Is Larrabee State Park first-come first-served or reservation?

Larrabee State Park accepts online reservations. We recommend booking in advance, especially during peak season (typically summer weekends). Use campsite alerts to get notified when spots become available.

Can I see photos of campsites at Larrabee State Park before I book?

Yes! Larrabee State Park has 7 campsite photos on Outdoorithm, contributed by campers who've stayed there. Browse real photos of individual sites to see what to expect before you reserve. You can also add your own photos after your trip to help the next family plan theirs.

Are there showers at Larrabee State Park?

Yes, Larrabee State Park has shower facilities available for campers. Check the amenities section for details on hours and any fees.

How many campsites does Larrabee State Park have?

Larrabee State Park has 96 campsites. Sites vary in size, privacy, and amenities. Check availability online to find the best site for your needs.

Are dogs allowed at Larrabee State Park?

Pets are not allowed at Larrabee State Park. This policy helps protect local wildlife and other campers. Consider nearby pet-friendly campgrounds if traveling with animals.

What amenities are available at Larrabee State Park?

Larrabee State Park offers: Restrooms, Showers, Electrical Hookups, Water Hookups, Sewer Hookups. See our detailed campground page for the full list of facilities and features.

What activities can I do at Larrabee State Park?

Popular activities at Larrabee State Park include Hiking, Biking, Boating, Wildlife Viewing. The surrounding area offers plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities for all skill levels.

Larrabee State Park

4.26

195 reviews

Larrabee State Park

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135 ft

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96 campsites

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Year-round

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135 ft

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96 campsites

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Unknown

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Larrabee State Park

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Larrabee State Park

48.6531, -122.4901

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Bellingham and the Fairhaven area are nearby (distances not provided).

Weather at Larrabee State Park

Best Time to Camp at Larrabee State Park

Summer delivers the driest conditions and warmest days for paddling and tidepool exploration, with highs in the mid-60s to low-70s°F and cool evenings. Calm mornings are best for launching kayaks toward the islands. Trails stay muddy through spring. Maritime climate means layers and rain gear matter year-round. Drizzle arrives even in July. Reserve early for summer weekends when the campground fills. Midweek visits in June or September offer fewer crowds and still-decent weather.

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Summer(Jun-Aug)

4.0 / 5

Summer is driest and warmest; best for paddling and tidepool exploration per seasonal notes.

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About Larrabee State Park

Larrabee State Park sits along Washington's Pacific Coast about 7 miles south of Bellingham, offering 96 campsites with full RV hookups, rocky beach access, tide pools, and miles of forested trails. The campground's natural features. Saltwater shoreline, boat launch toward Samish Bay, and old-growth forest. Come with a significant tradeoff: active train tracks run directly adjacent to the sites, producing frequent horn blasts and rail noise from early morning through late evening.

The park supports a mix of RV and tent camping and offers some group sites; sites vary in size and utility availability.

Weather and SeasonsSummer delivers the driest conditions and warmest days for paddling and tidepool exploration, with highs in the mid-60s to low-70s°F and cool evenings. Calm mornings are best for launching kayaks toward the islands. Trails stay muddy through spring. Maritime climate means layers and rain gear matter year-round. Drizzle arrives even in July. Reserve early for summer weekends when the campground fills. Midweek visits in June or September offer fewer crowds and still-decent weather.

Natural Features and SceneryThe park straddles the shoreline at 135 feet elevation, where rocky beach meets Salish Sea. Tide pools host anemones, starfish, and crabs during low tide. Forested trails wind through stands of old-growth Douglas fir and western red cedar, climbing to viewpoints over Samish Bay and the San Juan Islands beyond. Reviewers report whale sightings during migration and sea otters near the launch. The beach is rocky rather than sandy. Good for exploring, less ideal for lounging. Sunset views stretch west toward the Olympics across open water.

Geological RegionPacific Coast shoreline with rocky beach and tidepool areas; boat launch provides access toward the San Juan Islands.

Scenic ViewsOcean and coastal viewpoints from trails and beach; scenic rocky shoreline and sunset views noted by multiple reviewers.

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Total Campsites96 campsites

Best CampsitesSites toward the north end sit behind a hillside that buffers some train noise. Reviewers specifically mention T-26 for better privacy. Sites closest to the tracks experience the loudest horn blasts and rail screeching. RVs longer than 28 feet struggle with tight maneuvering in some loops.

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Amenities reported by campers include maintained restrooms, coin-operated showers, fire rings and picnic tables, and RV full hookups at many sites. Reports note variable cell service and occasional on-site firewood/ice sales; some visitors reported an overflowing dumpster at times.

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Activities you can enjoy

Campers frequently mention easy access to a rocky beach with tide pools, miles of hiking trails and viewpoints, a boat launch, and opportunities for paddling and wildlife viewing.

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Hazards & AlertsFrequent, loud train traffic (including horns) adjacent to the campground; road noise from Chuckanut Drive; occasional issues with other campers (unleashed dogs, noisy children).

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4.3

195 reviews

Satisfactory

Larrabee State Park is satisfactory, placing it in the bottom 60% of campgrounds based on reviews

Reviewers consistently praise the scenic beach, tidal pools, trails and generally well-kept campground. The most frequent and serious complaint is frequent, loud train noise (including horns and screeching) from tracks adjacent to the park that can occur throughout the day and night.

Review Summaries

Based on 195 reviews

What Campers Love

Beautiful beach and tide pools, miles of trails and viewpoints, clean restrooms, coin-operated showers (when working), full RV hookups at some sites, good access for paddleboarding/kayaking and...

Based on 195 reviews

Pro Tips & Recommendations

Bring earplugs for train noise, bring quarters for coin showers, bring or purchase firewood in advance (some reviewers saw firewood for sale, others did not), choose sites farther north to reduce...

Based on 195 reviews

Camper Quotes

“The train noise is horrible and made sleeping impossible.”; “Beautiful campground…great beach and trails — bring earplugs.”

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Kayakers and tidepool explorers who can sleep through noise or pack earplugs will get a lot out of this place. Rocky shoreline, whale-migration views, and quick access to Bellingham make it a strong summer base. Grab a north-end site to put a little distance between yourself and

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Light sleepers should know the trains run roughly hourly from around 6:30 a.m. to 11 p.m., horns included. RVs over 28 feet will find sites tight and maneuvering stressful. A few reviewers also noted the atmosphere from staff or fellow campers felt unwelcoming at times.

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Bay View State Park sits on the eastern shore of Padilla Bay, about 15 minutes from Anacortes. The park has 91 sites for tents and RVs, plus rental cabins, all facing island-dotted water and pebbled beaches. Sites cost $10–$40 per night. Camp hosts are on-site, and the park offers flush toilets, hot showers, and a small store selling firewood and ice.