Fort Townsend State Park

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20 reviews
Fort Townsend State Park

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Booking

Reservable

Sites

40 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

Pets

Not Allowed

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Fort Townsend State Park
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Campsite Fees
Official fees not provided. One visitor review complained about pricing, mentioning $27 for small campsites and $32 for an RV with hookups; this is...
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Standard Site Fee$0.00
Hookup Site Fee$0.00
Premium Site Fee$0.00
Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00
Group Site Fee$0.00
Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00
Total Campsite Fees$0.00

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What Campers Say

4.40

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"Reviewers praise the park's shady, well‑groomed forest setting, clean restrooms and showers, and its network of trails and beach access. The tent/forest loop (sites 1–27) is repeatedly called the highlight. Common criticisms focus on the cramped RV loop (sites 28–40), small site sizes, and occasional pests or local smells."

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About Fort Townsend State Park

Tucked into a lush coastal Douglas-fir forest, Fort Townsend State Park offers two distinct camping experiences: an intimate forest loop where towering evergreens create your own private woodland retreat, and a practical RV area for those seeking full hookups. Well-groomed trails wind through the canopy down to a rocky beach on Port Townsend Bay, perfect for exploring tide pools and watching the water.
State park campground with a forested tent loop and a separate RV loop; small number of sites keeps the campground relatively quiet.
Natural Features and SceneryFrom the moment you pass under the evergreen canopy at the entrance, you'll feel wrapped in the embrace of an old-growth coastal forest. Towering Douglas-firs and dense stands of evergreens create a cathedral-like atmosphere, while a network of carefully maintained trails invites exploration through the understory. Follow the paths down to the rocky saltwater shoreline, where low tide reveals a fascinating world of marine life perfect for tidepooling adventures. The forest meets the sea here in a way that feels both wild and welcoming.
Geological RegionCoastal forest along Port Townsend Bay (Pacific Northwest coast)
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Campsite details

Total Campsites40 campsites

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Tents
Tents are allowed
RV vehicles
RV vehicles are allowed
Primitive
Primitive are not allowed
Reservable
Reservations are allowed

Reservation PlatformsGoingToCamp (https://washington.goingtocamp.com); official park page: https://parks.wa.gov/find-parks/state-parks/fort-townsend-historical-state-park

Amenities available

Showers
Potable water
Dump station
Flush toilets

Activities you can enjoy

Forested campground with an extensive network of well‑marked trails and downhill access to a rocky saltwater beach on Port Townsend Bay. Trails are used for walking/hiking and the shoreline is used for tidepooling and shoreline exploration.
Hiking
Reviewers repeatedly mention a well‑marked, manicured trail network and that the park provides a trail map at check‑in; many sites have easy walking access to trails.
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Campground rules

  • Pets are not allowed

Hazards

General hazardsGround‑nesting hornets have been reported at individual sites and staff have relocated campers when nests were found. The walk to the beach is downhill and somewhat steep; the rocky shore can be slippery and rough underfoot. RV sites are very tight, which can make backing and maneuvering difficult.

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Common complaintsRV sites (28–40) are described as very tight, closely spaced, and lacking privacy; some reviewers call sites small overall and criticize perceived pricing. A few reviewers reported site‑specific issues (ants, ground hornets) and occasional nearby mill noise/smell.

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Fort Townsend State Park
Nearby places
Port Townsend — a few miles (short drive)

Reviews from booking and map sources

4.4
20 reviews
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Fort Townsend State Park is recommended, placing it in the top 40% of campgrounds based on reviews
Reviewers praise the park's shady, well‑groomed forest setting, clean restrooms and showers, and its network of trails and beach access. The tent/forest loop (sites 1–27) is repeatedly called the highlight. Common criticisms focus on the cramped RV loop (sites 28–40), small site sizes, and occasional pests or local smells.
Review Summaries
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What Campers Love

Large, private, well‑groomed tent sites under mature trees; clean restrooms and showers; well‑marked trail system and easy access to a rocky shoreline for tidepooling; courteous staff and a quiet...
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Common Concerns

• Multiple reviewers criticize the **RV loop (sites 28–40)** as **extremely cramped, stall‑like, and lacking privacy**, where you can hear every word from neighbors on both sides.[2][4] • At least...
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Pro Tips & Recommendations

Book early and reserve tent/forest loop sites (1–27) for more privacy and larger sites. If using an RV, plan for tight maneuvering in sites 28–40 and be prepared to back in carefully. Ask staff about...
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Camper Quotes

"site 22 is a gem!"; "The trees are magnificent."; "Plus: Es gibt Duschen 🙌"; "Ridiculously overpriced for two persons!"
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Last updated December 14, 2025
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