Hiking Campgrounds in Washington
Discover the best hiking campgrounds across Washington. Experience the best of both worlds with camping that puts you right at the heart of incredible hiking opportunities. Direct trail access and stunning mountain vistas.
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Handpicked destinations that define the region
Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest
Trailheads launch directly from camp, where the gentle Horseshoe Bend path winds through centuries-old forest along the river, while Skyline Divide ascends to wildflower meadows framing Mount Baker's glaciated peak.
Mount Rainier National Park
Trailheads branch directly from camp into Mount Rainier's ancient forest, where the Silver Falls Trail delivers rewarding cascades in under an hour and the Grove of the Patriarchs winds through cathedral-like stands of centuries-old giants.
Colville National Forest
Step directly onto the 4.2-mile Lakeshore Trail, a designated National Scenic Trail that hugs Sullivan Lake's shoreline through towering forests with constant water views.
About Hiking Campgrounds in Washington
Hiking camping Washington offers unparalleled access to some of the Pacific Northwest's most spectacular wilderness landscapes, from the jagged peaks of the North Cascades to the moss-draped rainforests of the Olympic Peninsula. Washington's diverse terrain encompasses volcanic mountains, ancient old-growth forests, alpine meadows bursting with wildflowers, and rugged coastal trails, creating a hiking paradise that rivals any destination in North America.
Best Time
The prime hiking camping season in Washington runs from late June through September, when most high-elevation trails are snow-free and weather conditions are most stable. July and August offer the warmest temperatures and longest daylight hours, making them ideal for alpine hiking and wildflower viewing in the Cascades, though these peak months also bring the largest crowds to popular destinations like Mount Rainier and the North Cascades.
Activity Highlights
- Direct trail access
- Mountain and forest settings
- Backpacking base camps
- Scenic wilderness views
Campground Locations
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Tips & Recommendations
- 1Obtain a Northwest Forest Pass or America the Beautiful Pass for trailhead parking at most National Forest campgrounds, and note that Mount Rainier and Olympic National Parks require separate entrance fees.
- 2Reserve campsites well in advance through Recreation.gov for popular destinations, especially Douglas Fir, Ohanapecosh, and Moran State Park, which fill up months ahead during summer.
- 3Pack layers for unpredictable mountain weather—temperatures can swing 30-40 degrees between morning and afternoon, and sudden storms occur even in summer.
- 4Bring a quality rain jacket and warm layers regardless of forecast, as Pacific Northwest weather changes rapidly.
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