Ocean City State Park
4.03188 reviews148 SR 115, Hoquiam, WA 98550
Quick Facts
Price
Varies
Booking
Reservable
Sites
178 campsites
Season
Year-round
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Allowed
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Price
Varies
Booking
Reservable
Sites
178 campsites
Season
Year-round
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Allowed
RV FriendlyElectricShowers
Get DirectionsOcean City State Park
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Campsite Fees
Discover Pass required for day use: Annual $45, One-day $10. Trailer dump fee: $5 per use. Individual campsite fees not specified on provided...
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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
4.03
Satisfactory
Based on 188 reviews
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"Reviewers are overall positive about the park’s easy access to a long, sandy beach, the wooded coastal setting, and friendly rangers. Common negatives include poor drainage and soggy or flooded sites (especially in wetter months and certain loops), abundant mosquitoes, and variable site privacy and road/pad conditions."
Best Time to Camp at Ocean City State Park
Open year-round, the park embraces the moody beauty of Pacific Northwest coastal weather—expect cool temperatures, misty mornings, and the possibility of rain any time of year, with wind and fog adding to the dramatic seascape. Winter and spring bring wetter conditions that can flood low-lying campsites and create soggy ground throughout the park, while the marshy areas attract mosquitoes during warmer months. Come prepared with rain gear and layers, and you'll discover why coastal camping enthusiasts return season after season.
Best
Spring (Mar-May)
Wildflowers bloom, mild temperatures, fewer crowds. Great for hiking and photography.
Summer (Jun-Aug)
Peak season with warm days. Most facilities open. Reserve ahead.
Fall (Sep-Nov)
Beautiful fall colors, cooler temps, quieter campgrounds. Ideal for peaceful trips.
Winter (Dec-Feb)
Off-season, limited services. Check for closures before visiting.
Planning Tips
- Operating Season: Open year round
About Ocean City State Park
Tucked between coastal forest and miles of windswept Pacific shoreline, Ocean City State Park offers the best of Washington's rugged coast. Wind through fragrant shore pines on short trails that emerge onto expansive sandy beaches, then return to your campsite—whether you prefer rustic standard sites or the convenience of full hookups. Note that some low-lying areas experience seasonal flooding during wet months, and occasional construction may affect site availability.
Multi-loop state park campground with standard tent sites, full-hookup RV sites, and group accommodations.
Weather and SeasonsOpen year-round, the park embraces the moody beauty of Pacific Northwest coastal weather—expect cool temperatures, misty mornings, and the possibility of rain any time of year, with wind and fog adding to the dramatic seascape. Winter and spring bring wetter conditions that can flood low-lying campsites and create soggy ground throughout the park, while the marshy areas attract mosquitoes during warmer months. Come prepared with rain gear and layers, and you'll discover why coastal camping enthusiasts return season after season.
Natural Features and SceneryThe park's landscape tells the story of where forest meets ocean: shore pines and Sitka spruce create a sheltered canopy draped with salal and huckleberry, while marshy wetlands and dunes form a natural transition to the beach. Wander informal trails that weave through this coastal ecosystem, leading to quiet beach access points where you might spot shorebirds probing the sand or catch glimpses of deer at the forest edge. In late summer, wild huckleberries reward observant hikers with sweet, tart treats.
Geological RegionCoastal forest, dune system and marshy lowlands adjacent to a long Pacific Ocean sandy beach
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Campsite details
Total Campsites178 campsites
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Tents
Tents are allowed
RV vehicles
RV vehicles are allowed
Primitive
Primitive are not allowed
Reservable
Reservations are allowed
Open and Closed SeasonOpen year round
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Accomodation available
GroupGroup campsites are offered for larger parties such as families, schools, or organizations. These sites provide space and facilities to accommodate multiple people camping together.
Amenities available
Showers
Potable water
Fire rings
Picnic tables
Dump station
Electricity hookups
Water hookups
Sewer hookups
Activities you can enjoy
Coastal park with direct access to a long sandy Pacific Ocean beach, wooded campground loops, and short trails through dunes and marshy lowlands.
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Campground rules
- Pets are allowed
- Fires allowed only in designated fire pits and grills; propane and gas grills allowed. Burn bans may be posted (Burn Ban - Level 1 noted Oct 21, 2025).
Hazards
General hazardsDynamic coastal hazards (strong surf, tides and shifting sand), wind advisories, seasonal flooding and standing water in low sites, abundant mosquitoes in marshy areas, and vehicle traffic on the beach. Construction (culvert replacement) will cause heavy equipment noise and traffic impacts during announced closure periods.
Weather at Ocean City State Park
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Humidity: 86%
Wind: 13.2 mph
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Common complaintsFrequent reports of muddy, soggy, or flooded sites (Loop 3 and some back-in sites highlighted); abundant mosquitoes and biting insects; some loops have tight sites and limited privacy; occasional dated or limited facilities and shower/hot-water inconsistencies; heavy vehicle traffic on the beach at times.
Campground Map
148 SR 115, Hoquiam, WA 98550
Accessible via State Route 115 (SR 115)
Nearby places
Ocean Shores (short drive)
Quinault Beach Resort & Casino (short drive)
Nearby supplies
Ocean Shores (restaurants, shops, IGA) provides nearest supplies
Reviews from booking and map sources
4.0
188 reviews
Ocean City State Park is satisfactory, placing it in the bottom 60% of campgrounds based on reviews
Reviewers are overall positive about the park’s easy access to a long, sandy beach, the wooded coastal setting, and friendly rangers. Common negatives include poor drainage and soggy or flooded sites (especially in wetter months and certain loops), abundant mosquitoes, and variable site privacy and road/pad conditions.
Review Summaries
Based on 188 reviews
What Campers Love
Easy, direct access to a long sandy ocean beach; wooded campsites with trails and berry-picking; visible and helpful park rangers/camp hosts; availability of full-hookup RV sites; generally clean...
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Common Concerns
Mosquitoes and other biting insects are a major and repeated complaint, with reviewers warning that they are abundant, particularly around standing water.[1][4] Poor drainage and soggy...
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Pro Tips & Recommendations
Bring strong insect repellent and waterproof footwear/ground tarps and leveling blocks; buy shower tokens at the entrance ($1=2 tokens reported) and expect short shower times per token; choose your...
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Camper Quotes
"You can walk to the ocean from our campsite and the beach is fabulous!"; "Some sites were muddier than others..."
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