Camping Spots Throughout Gig Harbor & Washington State
Our beautiful Washington state offers so many amazing places to camp and explore, from the beaches of the Pacific Ocean to mountain forests and quite literally everything in-between. So if you’re looking for an adventure to take the family on this summer, I have some great options for you. Love the rugged wilderness and good old-fashioned tent camping? Got you covered there. Prefer something a little more glam? Check that, too. Read on for more, and start planning your trip to the great outdoors!
*Information is subject to change, so be sure to confirm any types of passes you will need and whether or not reservations are required. Fishing and shellfishing licenses may also be necessary.
Joemma Beach State Park - Key Peninsula
This 122-acre park offers 3,000 feet of saltwater frontage and access by both land and water. All camping is first come, first serve. There are 19 sites for tents, three sites where no motorized vehicles are allowed, and two Cascadia Marine Trail sites, for campers arriving by non-motorized watercraft. During your stay plan on activities like hiking, boating and other water activities, crabbing, and fishing. Amenities include picnic shelters, barbecues, a boat launch, and five vault toilets, all ADA accessible. *Discover Pass required.
Scenic Beach State Park - Seabeck
Just outside Bremerton, this park along the Hood Canal is a nice place to walk the shore, picnic, visit the historic Emel House, and enjoy the country garden and views of the Olympic mountains. While none of the campsites have hookups, they can accommodate your favorite gear, whether tent, RV, or trailer. *Discover Pass required; reservations required (except for hiker/biker campsites).
Tahuya Adventure Resort - Belfair
Whether you like to go glamping or camping, this is one place you’ll want to check out! Besides regular tent and RV sites they also have luxury tents which provide beds, power outlets, pellet stoves, microwaves, and mini refrigerators. During the day you can explore places in the area like Belfair State Park, Gold Mountain, and the Tahuya Off-Road Vehicle Park, so bring your ATVs or take advantage of rentals available nearby. *Reservations required.
Mike’s Beach Resort - Hood Canal
Here you’ll get the ultimate glamping experience with tents that include a coffee maker, microwave, dining table, and even a chandelier! You can also rent waterfront cabins complete with kitchenettes and bath tubs. Make the most of your time on the water with activities such as scuba diving, shellfishing, hiking, and kayaking. *Reservations required.
Mount Rainier National Park - Various Locations
Mount Rainier has lots of options for camping, ranging from tent and RV to glamping and cabins, as well as lakefront, wilderness, and a variety of elevation. If lodging is more your style, there are some inns to choose from also. *Entrance Pass required; reservations required for most locations.
Olympic National Park - Various Locations
There are a variety of options for camping here also, from the west coast to the northeast side and some right in the heart of the park. The National Park Service website provides all the details for each location, as well as status on openings and closures. *Entrance Pass required; reservations only required for some locations.
Pacific Dunes Resort - Copalis Beach
Mid-state and right on the Pacific Ocean, this resort offers a variety of options: tent and RV camping, glamping, and even bungalows and tiny homes for rent. Explore the nearby Pacific Beach State Park, take a day trip to Lake Quinault in the Olympics, play a round of golf, go fishing and clamming, and so much more! *Reservations required.
Cape Disappointment State Park - Long Beach Peninsula
If you’ve ever wanted to travel to the very southwest tip of the state, this is the place to go! Situated on the Long Beach Peninsula, experience both the Pacific Ocean as well as the Columbia River with boating, hiking, walking along the beach, fishing, and more. You can also learn about the history of the area through places such as the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center, Fort Columbia State Park, and the Cape Disappointment lighthouses. Camping amenities take all preferences into account and vary from primitive and tent campsites to cabins, yurts, and vacation houses. *Discover Pass and reservations required.
Deception Pass - Whidbey Island
Spanning Fidalgo and Whidbey Islands, Deception Pass State Park covers a total of 3,854 acres and offers both saltwater and freshwater recreation. With three locations available for camping—Bowman Bay, Cranberry Lake, and Quarry Pond—there are 172 tent sites, 134 partial-hookup sites, and a handful of primitive sites for hikers and/or bikers. You can even camp on Hope Island to the east of the park. Take to the water by boat or kayak, swim or fish, and explore the trails on foot, hoof, or bike. You can also visit the Civilian Conservation Corps Interpretive Center and walk the Sand Dunes Interpretive Trail. *Reservations required.
Moran State Park - Orcas Island
Here you’ll find 5,424 acres offering 151 campsites in five different areas, miles of hiking, biking, and equestrian trails, and five freshwater lakes for swimming, fishing, and kayaking. Besides traditional camping options you can also rent a platform tent. While there you can see views of the rest of the San Juan Islands from the top of Mount Constitution, walk through the Summit Visitor Center, enjoy local ice cream from Lopez Island, go whale watching, and more. *Reservations required.
Washington State Parks - Various Locations
Additional parks throughout the state offer a myriad of options for tent camping and cabin rentals. Here are just a few ideas to get you started! *Passes and reservations may be required.
Belfair State Park - Belfair
Dash Point State Park - Federal Way
Dosewallips State Park - Brinnon
Kanaskat-Palmer State Park - Ravensdale
Kitsap Memorial State Park - Poulsbo
Wallace Falls State Park - Gold Bar
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