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    Port Angeles serves as a gateway to Olympic National Park with campgrounds near Port Angeles ranging from forested national park sites to coastal recreation areas. Heart O' the Hills Campground sits within old-growth forest just 15 minutes from downtown, offering tent and RV sites with basic amenities like picnic tables and fire rings. Salt Creek Recreation Area, located west of town along the Strait of Juan de Fuca, provides oceanfront camping with tide pools and beach access. Other notable options include Fairholme Campground on Lake Crescent, Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort Campground, and several state forest sites like Lyre River Campground where Washington's Discover Pass grants access.

    Many Olympic National Park campgrounds operate on a first-come, first-served basis, particularly during off-peak seasons, though some accept reservations during summer months. As one camper noted, "We were able to get a site on a Friday by arriving before noon." The Washington Discover Pass ($30 annual/$5 daily) is required at state-managed sites. Cell service varies significantly, with better coverage at campgrounds closer to Port Angeles and limited connectivity in more remote locations. Weather conditions remain mild year-round near the coast but can change rapidly at higher elevations near Hurricane Ridge. Several campgrounds close seasonally, with Fairholme operating May through October and Deer Park accessible only from June to mid-October.

    Campers consistently praise the region's natural diversity and proximity to attractions. "The campground is located close to Olympic National Park access out of Port Angeles. Continuing on the paved road upslope one can gain access to hiking trails or continue to the popular Hurricane Ridge," notes one visitor about Heart O' the Hills. Site privacy varies considerably, with some campgrounds offering spacious, secluded spots while others feature more compact arrangements. Waterfront locations like Salt Creek Recreation Area receive particularly high ratings for their scenic value and amenities. Several reviewers mention wildlife sightings, including raccoons at Salt Creek and various birds throughout the region. Most campgrounds maintain clean facilities, though shower availability is limited primarily to county parks and private RV resorts.

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      1. Heart O' the Hills Campground — Olympic National Park

      4.5(44)5mi from Port AngelesRVs, Tents

      "The campground is located close to Olympic National Park access out of Port Angeles, WA."

      "In the Olympic NP, close to Hurricane Ridge to the south, 15 min to town of Port Ángeles to the north. Camped in loop C. Had a beautiful private site. Old growth forest and hiking trails all around."

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      2. Salt Creek Recreation Area

      4.8(51)12mi from Port AngelesRVs, Tents

      "Right outside of port angeles. Great stop before or after Vancouver Island or Olympic National park or in our case...both."

      "If you’re lucky enough to get one of the reserved sites tucked back in the woods then you get a lot more of that nature feel."

      from $45 / night

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      3. Elwha Dam RV Park

      4.7(20)4mi from Port Angeles16 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "Elwha RV was a great spot located close to Olympic NP, water activities and Port Angeles. The campground was incredibly clean and well cared for. The staff was super friendly and helpful."

      "Really friendly and helpful hosts, pretty little campground close to Port Angeles, would recommend if your wanting to whale watch with the guys at pugget sound express"

      from $37 - $92 / night

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      4. Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort Campground — Olympic National Park

      4.3(68)21mi from Port Angeles97 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Right smack in the middle of Olympic National Park we had access to not only the Hurricane ridge area but were close enough to spend a day at Kalaloch on our way home!"

      "This site is listed as being a 35’ back-in, but it really is just a shared parking lot between this and the site next to it (37) across from the central restrooms."

      from $40 - $65 / night

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      5. Dungeness Recreation Area

      4.4(22)12mi from Port AngelesRVs, Tents

      "Shaded spots yet plenty of sun with picnic tables to have lunch with a view..plenty of trails to walk. Clean bathrooms. Had to pay for showers. Had a nice playground for kids."

      "Just go for a walk out the spit to get a unique perspective of the Strait of Juan de Fuca. This is a USFWS refuge and campground,so if your into seabirds, this is the place to go."

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      6. Crescent Beach & RV Park

      3.9(20)12mi from Port AngelesRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "Convenient to Port Angeles."

      "This location is close enough to Port Angeles that we went food shopping almost each day. Great wine tasting nearby, plus Hurricane Ridge and Dungeness Spit."

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      7. Fairholme Campground — Olympic National Park

      4.5(53)21mi from Port Angeles84 sitesRVs, Tents

      "Pros: beautiful lake view and access -free food storage containers, no need for bear canisters -plenty of trees at campsites for hammocking -walk in and drive in sites -choose your own site -proximity"

      "This dense verdant rainforest is dripping with moss, lichen, Goliath trees, flowers, fungus, fauna, cloudy light beams straining to reach the forest floor, trails and oxygen; all adjacent the mysterious"

      from $24 / night

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      8. Lyre River Campground

      4.8(29)17mi from Port AngelesRVs, Tents

      "This a great little spot outside of Port Angeles. It’s right on the river, and most spots have access to it. The spots seemed spacious. Not a ton of privacy between them."

      "Tucked away from Highway 101 west of Joyce; it's a great place to settle down for a night or two, enjoy some fishing and visit some often overlooked locations on the OP."

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      9. Sequim Bay State Park Campground

      4.1(34)20mi from Port AngelesRVs, Tents

      "I was on the edge of the campground with views of the water. Sequim Bay State Park is a fairly small park with lots of sites and recreational areas."

      "The bike trail runs through the campground and there is access to sports fields via a tunnel under the highway. There are a few short trails around a creek and the beach."

      from $32 - $50 / night

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      10. Deer Park Campground — Olympic National Park

      4.8(12)15mi from Port AngelesTents, Glamping

      "Wish amazing views and great trails near by! Campground was clean and quiet. Early August was when I was there, and it was pretty busy! Try to get a spot early!"

      "It didn't offer a ton of privacy, but all you have to do is look outside your tent to forget about that. This is probably the coolest campground I've stayed in. 10/10 would recommend!"

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    • JThe Dyrt PRO User
      Jun. 9, 2026

      Kitsap Memorial State Park Campground

      Nice, quiet for bicycle touring

      As cyclists, we really enjoyed this state park. The hiker/biker sites are in a wooded area removed from the other sites which makes them peaceful. Good bathroom and shower amenities, picnic tables by the hiker/biker sites and in the day use area, and a lovely ocean view. Love the cheap, first come first serve option for those arriving by human power! There is also access to a store with supplies and firewood nearby. We enjoyed this spot because we could bike from our home in North Seattle, take the ferry from Edmonds and do a quick one-nighter over here.

    • JThe Dyrt PRO User
      Jun. 9, 2026

      Shaw Island County Park

      Easy access from the ferry on bike or foot!

      This little campground is a great option for seeing another island in the San Juans by human power. They have great hiker/biker/kayaker spots. I stayed here twice, once with my partner and once solo. The island is quite small and great for a ride around after setting up camp. There is a small beach at the campground and local shop by the ferry in town. This is the easiest spot for camping by bicycle with children as it's so close to the ferry terminal. I felt safe camping solo here right after Labor Day even though it was fairly quiet.

    • JThe Dyrt PRO User
      Jun. 9, 2026

      San Juan County Park

      One of my favorites - especially for bike touring!

      I have camped here numerous times via bicycle solo, with my partner and with friends In July and September. You can't beat the view of the ocean and campers come out to sit on the hill each night to watch the sunset together, which is pretty epic. Biker/hiker/kayaker sites are available first come, first serve in a corral setting in the field. Limited amenities - bathroom, water and shared picnic tables - but the setting and price are great. You may even get lucky and see whales!

    • Jaymie D.The Dyrt PRO User
      Jun. 3, 2026

      Forest Service 2918

      Dispersed Spot 2918

      Nice pull in that has 2 concrete barriers perfect for set up. Closed off road trail thats leveled for tents and fire ring set up. You can hear the Sol Duc River at night, so peaceful.

    • Vahste (.The Dyrt PRO User
      Jun. 3, 2026

      LR2918

      Miles of paved road w/ tons of pull-offs

      Miles of paved forestry service road with absolutely tons of pull offs usable for camping. Some right on the roadway and some have you pull into the trees a bit.

    • Kari S.
      May. 30, 2026

      Thousand Trails La Conner

      Thousand trails RV park. La Conner, WA.

      This isn’t our first time camping here, but in the 2 years since we’ve been here it has really gotten bad. The campsites are overgrown with black berry bushes. Many sites are Out Of Order. The bathrooms are filthy. There doesn’t appear to be anyone maintaining the grounds. We will not be visiting this one any time soon.

    • Paul B.The Dyrt PRO User
      May. 30, 2026

      Washington Park Campground

      Great medium sized campground just west of Anacortes

      Spent a three day weekend camping here recently for a boys outing. The campground is beautiful and well maintained with a dense forest surrounding you. We went in a 25ft motorhome, which fit between the trees well. Units bigger than 30 ft might have a hard time maneuvering here. The scenic path around the park, beach, and bike friendly proximity to the Anacortes ferry terminal were all bonuses for us.

    • SThe Dyrt PRO User
      May. 28, 2026

      Hard Rain Cafe & RV Park

      Great stop

      May 26, 2026 Great spot, VERY clean, roomy, private, hot showers. Just wish the mirrors were bigger the a 3x7 inch. I’m short and couldn’t see my forehead. 😂 I’d definitely stay here again. We dated in a camper van.

    • J M.The Dyrt PRO User
      May. 26, 2026

      Calawah River Pull-Off on Forest Road 2932

      Bad Juju

      We arrived there around 19:00 in the evening. When my wife and i got out of the car we both had a very bad gut feeling about it. We didn't speak or seen eachother when we got out of the vehicle yet. I walked around the vehicle to check out the site and if we were positioned favourable. The dirt backroad was blocked by fallen trees. After looking around some more there was alot of animal fur scattered all around, some deer feet and trash around. Maybe someone butchered their hunt there. My wife asked me if i wanted to stay at the site. And i told her i didn't know.. because something felt off. She told me she had the same feeling aswell. We decided to leave and looked for another spot to camp. Never had this feeling before with any campsite. I've camped for well over 10 years now very frequently.

    Guide to Port Angeles

    Port Angeles sits at the base of the Olympic Mountains with varied topography ranging from sea level to elevations of 5,000+ feet within a 20-mile radius. This dramatic elevation change creates distinct microclimates across nearby campgrounds. Most campsites near Port Angeles require a Discover Pass for state lands or National Park entrance fees, with primitive sites generally costing $20-30 per night and hookup sites $35-55.

    What to do

    Soak in hot springs: At Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort Campground, you can access three mineral pools for $15-20 per person. "The pools are well maintained ($15 to get in), there's locker rooms with showers and there's also a diner. Down the road there's a short 1 mile hike to the falls!" notes Lucy.

    Explore tide pools: Salt Creek Recreation Area offers exceptional marine wildlife viewing at low tide. "Great white noise. There are several ways to access a beach and tide pools during low tide!" shares Kier S. The rocky shoreline reveals starfish, anemones, and small crabs during morning low tides.

    Visit historical sites: Lyre River Campground offers access to both natural and historical attractions. "Joyce has a great museum and general store with a bit of everything. South lies Lake Crescent which has untold number of hiking trails, beaches and amazing views of the Olympic Mountains," explains Zach A.

    Winter camping options: Unlike many Olympic Peninsula sites that close seasonally, several campgrounds remain open year-round. "We camped here by chance over New Years. Beauty, Lush, Evergreens, Moss, Eagles, the mighty Lyre River, Steelhead Trout, a hike to through Aspen forests to view the San Juan," reports Stevie L. from Lyre River Campground.

    What campers like

    Stargazing opportunities: The high-elevation Deer Park Campground offers exceptional night sky viewing. "That night it got so dark we were blanketed in stars and it was simply amazing," shares Meghan S. Light pollution is minimal due to the remote location at 5,400 feet.

    Fresh produce access: Elwha Dam RV Park offers a unique amenity for campers. "They offer a community garden, so feel free to gather at no cost fresh veggies," notes Debra R. This unexpected perk provides fresh ingredients for camp meals during summer months.

    Wildlife encounters: Deer Park lives up to its name with frequent wildlife sightings. "We also saw a lot of deer right by our tent," reports Noah L. The campground's high-alpine meadow setting attracts wildlife throughout the summer season.

    Water recreation: Sequim Bay State Park Campground offers multiple water activities. "This Bay is absolutely stunning. The water is so clear, and there is so much wildlife in this park. I've never seen more starfish, and seals," explains Anthony S. The protected bay waters provide calmer conditions than open ocean beaches.

    What you should know

    Road conditions vary significantly: Some campgrounds require navigating difficult access roads. "Scariest road I've ever driven on. Very narrow steep cliffs on the side. Please be careful of oncoming traffic when turning corners!" warns Ethan H. about Deer Park's 7-mile gravel road.

    Cell service limitations: Connectivity varies across the region. "Tmobile had 2-3 of 5g so plenty good to download or watch movies," reports marcus K. at Elwha Dam RV Park, while other campgrounds have no service at all.

    Reservation processes differ: Fairholme Campground operates on a first-come basis with specific timing considerations. "We stayed for two nights. On first night (Friday) we didn't get there until 730pm but there were not too many people and we were still avail to get one with water view," shares Asuka S.

    Weather preparedness: Temperature variations can be extreme. "First night said lowest was 45 but it definitely felt colder. We had our winter sleeping bag but our friends said it was pretty cold," explains Asuka S. about Fairholme in spring.

    Tips for camping with families

    Kid-friendly facilities: Dungeness Recreation Area offers specific amenities for children. "This campground is great for families and people with kids. There are playgrounds near the bathrooms. The bathrooms have showers, and are clean and accessible," notes Melissa J.

    Educational opportunities: Crescent Beach & RV Park provides valuable marine education possibilities. "More sand dollars than I've ever seen on a beach in my life," shares anne P. The private beach access allows children to explore tide pools safely.

    Short hiking options: Sol Duc offers accessible trails for young hikers. "We absolutely loved the Sol Duc Falls hike which passes through the campgrounds. It is a very easy hike (we took a two year old and he walked 50% of it) and very rewarding," explains Brendan A.

    Noise considerations: Some campgrounds experience road noise that might disturb light sleepers. "If you don't mind trading absolute silence for an absolutely great camp spot, then this might work for you. A lakeside site will cost you $20 and lumber truck traffic noise from the busy 101 less than 1000 feet away," warns Bill M. about Fairholme.

    Tips from RVers

    Space limitations: Many Olympic Peninsula campgrounds have tight sites. "Great view horribly tight. My rig fit in the spot, but once I put out both slides I was occupying the site next to mine," cautions Greg B. about Crescent Beach & RV Park. Measure your RV length accurately before booking.

    Hookup availability: Heart O' the Hills Campground offers limited RV amenities. "There is cell reception here, which was a nice treat. Sites were all beautiful but in our RV we were glad to be able to drive around and pick one (rather than reserve one in advance sight unseen), because we need a level spot with at least some sun for our solar," explains Laura M.

    Seasonal considerations: Sequim Bay State Park presents challenges for larger rigs. "The camping for RV's with hookups is iffy. It's very close to the highway and the sites are extremely close to one another. Our site in particular had hookups in all the wrongs places and a steep hill directly behind it," advises Amanda B.

    Water access difficulties: While beachfront camping is available, accessing water can be challenging with larger RVs. "There's a dump station and water fill near the boat ramp," notes Laura M. about Fairholme, indicating the need to fill tanks before setting up at your site.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What amenities can I expect at Port Angeles campsites?

    Amenities at Port Angeles area campgrounds vary widely depending on location and type. Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort Campground offers a premium experience with access to hot spring soaking pools, making it perfect for relaxing after hiking. Fairholme Campground provides picturesque lakeside sites with basic amenities including toilets and picnic tables. Most developed campgrounds in the area feature potable water, flush or vault toilets, fire rings, and picnic tables. Some locations like Fort Worden offer both wooded and beach campgrounds with shower facilities. Reservations are recommended for most sites, especially during peak summer months. Cell service can be limited in many areas, particularly within Olympic National Park boundaries.

    Is free camping available near Port Angeles?

    Free camping options are limited near Port Angeles, but some opportunities exist. Sadie Creek Campground on DNR land offers primitive camping with minimal amenities at no cost. For backpackers, PJ Lake Backcountry Camping in Olympic National Park provides a free wilderness experience, though you'll need a backcountry permit (which has a fee). Olympic National Forest has some dispersed camping areas, but specific regulations apply. Most established campgrounds in the area charge fees ranging from $20-40 per night. Before heading out for free camping, check with the Olympic National Forest ranger office or Olympic National Park visitor center in Port Angeles for current regulations and site availability.

    Where are the best campgrounds near Port Angeles?

    Port Angeles is an excellent base for exploring Olympic National Park with several top-rated campgrounds nearby. Heart O' the Hills Campground is located close to Hurricane Ridge with beautiful mountain views and forested sites. For beach lovers, Salt Creek Recreation Area offers stunning views of the Strait of Juan de Fuca and is considered a hidden gem just outside Port Angeles. Other excellent options include Fairholme Campground on Lake Crescent, Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort Campground with its soaking pools, and backcountry camping at PJ Lake for those seeking a more remote experience. Most campgrounds in the area provide access to hiking trails and spectacular Olympic Peninsula scenery.

    What RV camping options are available in Port Angeles, Washington?

    Port Angeles offers several RV-friendly camping options with varying amenities. Elwha Dam RV Park provides well-maintained sites with full hookups, friendly staff, and is conveniently located for exploring Olympic National Park. Gilgal Oasis RV Park in nearby Sequim offers easy access to Hurricane Ridge and other Olympic attractions. For those wanting more structured amenities, Olympic Peninsula-Port Angeles KOA provides the expected KOA facilities. Within Olympic National Park, some campgrounds accommodate smaller RVs, though hookups are generally unavailable. Heart O' the Hills can handle some RVs but has size restrictions. Most RV parks in the area offer water, electric, and sewer hookups, with some providing WiFi, laundry facilities, and showers.

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