Graves Creek Campground — Olympic National Park
D
Reviewed Aug. 24, 2021

Remote and peaceful

I liked this place a lot and I'd camp here again. Not everything is as good as it could be, but let's start with the good stuff.

First, the creek is clear and provides a peaceful white noise for falling asleep. I was in campsite #1 which is next to the creek, with easy-ish access. The moss covered trees and giant firs provide plenty of shade, if needed.

The campground was quiet, even though is was almost full. There isn't much distance or privacy between most sites, but the other campers were quiet and respectful.

The picnic table and fire pit were nice and clean, and there was wood in the fire pit! I didn't use it because of the burn ban and also I bring a propane fire pit.

I arrived on Saturday afternoon, and first thing Sunday morning a ranger came and cleaned the bathroom. It wasn't in desperate need, but still a good sign.

Okay, what could be improved. Well, there is only one (One!) pit toilet for all thirty campsites to share. Back in the day there used to be four bathrooms, but those others are locked and boarded up for some reason. So lines formed at the pit toilet.

There is only one bank of garbage cans, and they were almost full, even on Sunday morning after the ranger visited. Maybe they don't do the garbage pickup until later?

And finally, there is no potable water in the campground, so take note and bring extra.

The water in the creek is clear and if you look closely you can see fish in the creek pools. But they are picky fish, and didn't want to be caught. ;)

All told, it was a pleasant place to camp, and I recommend it.

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  • Review photo of Graves Creek Campground — Olympic National Park by Don , August 24, 2021
  • Review photo of Graves Creek Campground — Olympic National Park by Don , August 24, 2021
  • Review photo of Graves Creek Campground — Olympic National Park by Don , August 24, 2021
  • Review photo of Graves Creek Campground — Olympic National Park by Don , August 24, 2021
  • Review photo of Graves Creek Campground — Olympic National Park by Don , August 24, 2021
  • Review photo of Graves Creek Campground — Olympic National Park by Don , August 24, 2021
  • Review photo of Graves Creek Campground — Olympic National Park by Don , August 24, 2021