Shrimping, clamming, oyster hunting, and swimming draw campers to Scenic Beach State Park Campground in Seabeck, Washington, where Hood Canal sits within walking distance of the sites. The beach is a roughly ten-minute walk from most campsites, and low tide is the right time to arrive if beach access matters, since the shoreline shrinks considerably at high water. On clear days, the view from the water faces the Olympic Mountains across the canal.
Sites are well-spaced and set among trees, giving each one a degree of separation from neighbors. Amy describes them as "spacious campsites with tons of privacy tucked back from the road," and that holds even in peak season, when the larger loop opens up. The campground sits in a valley, which means heavy rain can leave sites muddy and waterlogged, so timing around weather matters. Cell service runs thin at one to two bars on most carriers, though AT&T users report better reception.
Facilities include flush toilets, showers (coin-operated), drinking water, electric and water hookups, a dump station, and a camp host who makes regular rounds. RVs up to 60 feet can be accommodated, and site 16 is a confirmed pull-through with room to spare for a 25-foot trailer. Showers cost extra, which some reviewers flag as a drawback given the nightly rate. Off-season visitors should note that the dump station, water, and bathrooms may be closed, while the $20 base fee still applies.
Access carries a rough-road warning, and the campground loop runs one-way, so reading the signage on arrival saves some backtracking. Reservations are available and make sense during summer months when the day-use area draws additional crowds. The campground stays open year-round. In January, only the front section operates, but occupancy drops sharply and the sites feel more remote despite the surrounding residential neighborhood.
Campers wanting more campgrounds around Seabeck can compare options in the area, or consider Dosewallips State Park Campground to the northwest for a different Hood Canal setting.
Description
Scenic Beach State Park is a 121-acre camping park with 1,500 feet of saltwater beachfront on Hood Canal. The restored 1912 Emel House, plus a gazebo and stellar views have made it a popular wedding venue. The park is known for its wild, native rhododendrons in spring.
The park has 50 standard campsites, two hiker/biker sites, one dump station, two restrooms (both ADA) and four showers. Eighteen pull-through sites accommodate 32-foot camping units (no hookups). Bicycles may be ridden only on pavement, and riders must use caution in this hilly campground with blind curves.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsScenic Beach State Park Campground is located in Washington near Seabeck
Directions
From State Highway 3, take Newberry Hill Road south to its end, (approx.2.5 miles), turn onto Seabeck Highway, travel south 6 miles to Scenic Beach Road, turn right, travel for 1 mile to park entrance.
Address
9565 Scenic Beach Road N.W.
Seabeck, WA 98380
Coordinates
47.64626 N
122.8469 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 8/13/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 6/24/26
- AT&T5GGood CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 8/13/26
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 8/13/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 6/24/26
- AT&T5GGood CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 8/13/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 19 min from Bremerton, WA
- 1 hr 10 min from Olympia, WA
- 1 hr 15 min from Seattle, WA
- 1 hr 38 min from Mount Vernon, WA

































