Deer Park Campground sits at the end of a seven-mile gravel road that climbs through Olympic National Park's high country. The narrow, winding route prevents trailer access and requires careful navigation around tight corners with steep drop-offs. Ethan H. warns it's the "scariest road i've ever driven on" but adds that "views at the top make it all worth it."
The campground occupies an open meadow setting where deer graze regularly among the scattered sites. Campers frequently encounter these animals near their tents, and Tom K. recommends keeping all food secured in vehicles. Sites lack defined tent pads, requiring campers to level their own sleeping areas on uneven ground. The spacing between sites provides limited privacy, but the expansive mountain views compensate for the open layout.
Water must be packed in as none is available on-site. The campground provides vault toilets that reviewers describe as well-maintained, plus firewood for purchase from camp hosts. Cell service reaches the area, though coverage varies by provider. The high elevation location offers clear night sky viewing when weather cooperates.
This primitive camping experience operates from June through mid-October, with peak season bringing crowded conditions that require early arrival for site availability. The original camping area in Olympic's high country, it once served as a ski resort before becoming a National Park campground. Several nearby options include Three Forks and Grey Wolf, both located within the same park system.
The challenging access road and lack of amenities filter out casual visitors, leaving a campground that appeals to those comfortable with backcountry-style conditions at a drive-in location.
Description
At 5,400 feet in elevation, Deer Park boasts mountain views and starry skies. With a steep and winding gravel access road, Deer Park is not RV accessible.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsDeer Park Campground is located in Washington near Carlsborg
Directions
Deer Park Campground is located at the terminus of the Deer Park Road. The Deer Park Road is accessible via Highway 101 approximately 5 miles east of Port Angeles. Note: The 18-mile Deer Park Road is narrow and steep with occasional turnoffs. The last nine miles are gravel and are not suitable for RVs or trailersplease use caution. From late fall until late spring when snow melts, the road is closed at the park boundary, about nine miles from Highway 101.
Coordinates
47.948761 N
123.260073 W
Connectivity
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T-MobileNo Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
T-Mobile is introducing T-Satellite to extend coverage in the outdoors- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Toilets
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 25 min from Bremerton, WA
- 2 hrs 46 min from Seattle, WA
- 2 hrs 54 min from Mount Vernon, WA
- 3 hrs from Olympia, WA
