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

Twanoh 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 Twanoh State Park before I book?

Yes! Twanoh State Park has 2 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 Twanoh State Park?

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

Is there cell service at Twanoh State Park?

Cell phone service at Twanoh State Park is generally available. Cell service is available. Coverage may vary by carrier and exact location within the campground.

How many campsites does Twanoh State Park have?

Twanoh State Park has 62 campsites. Sites vary in size, privacy, and amenities. Check availability online to find the best site for your needs.

Are dogs allowed at Twanoh State Park?

Pets are not allowed at Twanoh 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 Twanoh State Park?

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

What activities can I do at Twanoh State Park?

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

Twanoh State Park

4.29

62 reviews

Twanoh State Park

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Quick Facts

Price

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Booking

Reservable

Sites

62 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Has Service

Pets

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Campsite Fees

Discovery Pass required for parking (daily or annual pass available). Campground reservations are handled through the Washington State Parks...

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

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What Campers Say

4.29

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Based on 62 reviews

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"Reviewers consistently praise the park's warm Hood Canal swimming beach, clean restrooms/showers when serviced, picnic shelters, short forest trail, and family‑friendly atmosphere. Common criticisms are small, closely spaced campsites, occasional road noise from Highway 106, crowding on hot summer days, and occasional litter or rule‑breaking on the beach."

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Twanoh State Park

47.3775, -122.9747

Nearby places

Belfair (~13 miles)

Union (local community, immediate vicinity)

Best Time to Camp at Twanoh State Park

Summer offers the warmest, sunniest weather and the best beach experience at Twanoh. Daytime highs typically range from the mid-60s to upper-70s°F with water temps often in the mid-50s to low-60s°F, making swimming, boating, and tidepooling most pleasant. All park facilities and boat launch are usually operating, so fishing, family beach days, and longer evening campfires are at their peak. Expect higher weekend crowds and book campsites well in advance to secure a shoreline site. Spring and fall bring mist-kissed mornings and quieter trails when the summer rush clears out.

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Summer(Jun-Aug)

4.5 / 5

Summer is best season: warmest, sunniest weather and prime beach/swimming experience.

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About Twanoh State Park

Twanoh State Park sits on the south shore of Hood Canal, combining 192 acres of coastal forest with nearly 3,200 feet of warm saltwater beach. The 62-site campground draws families for swimming, shellfishing, and short forest hikes. Sites are small and closely spaced, but the beach access and clean facilities keep visitors coming back.

Twanoh features a developed, family‑oriented campground set in forest next to a marine day‑use area and beach. The park supports both RV and tent camping with nearby day‑use picnic shelters and boating access.

Weather and SeasonsSummer offers the warmest, sunniest weather and the best beach experience at Twanoh. Daytime highs typically range from the mid-60s to upper-70s°F with water temps often in the mid-50s to low-60s°F, making swimming, boating, and tidepooling most pleasant. All park facilities and boat launch are usually operating, so fishing, family beach days, and longer evening campfires are at their peak. Expect higher weekend crowds and book campsites well in advance to secure a shoreline site. Spring and fall bring mist-kissed mornings and quieter trails when the summer rush clears out.

Natural Features and SceneryThe park straddles two worlds: a moss-draped forest canopy above the campsites and a broad pebble-and-sand beach at the water's edge. A creek runs through the campground, providing white noise for sites along its banks. Hood Canal's tidal flats expose shellfish beds at low tide, and the relatively shallow water warms faster than most Puget Sound beaches. A 1.7-mile loop trail winds through old-growth and second-growth forest behind the campsites. Highway 106 runs close to the campground, bringing occasional road noise to sites near the entrance.

Geological RegionSouth shore of Hood Canal (Pacific Northwest coastal/marine region)

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Activities you can enjoy

Twanoh State Park is a marine camping park on Hood Canal combining a shaded forest campground with a warm saltwater swimming beach, paddle and boating access, shellfishing, and a short forest loop trail. Activities center on beach use, tideflat exploration, paddling, and short hikes in the park woods.

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Policies & Safety

Hazards & AlertsTraffic noise and safety concerns from nearby Highway 106 (beach is across the highway); heavy crowds on hot summer days leading to parking shortages; tidal flats and marine harvesting require attention to tides and regulations. Reports of litter and occasional noncompliance with shellfish rules have been noted by visitors.

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4.3

62 reviews

Satisfactory

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

Reviewers consistently praise the park's warm Hood Canal swimming beach, clean restrooms/showers when serviced, picnic shelters, short forest trail, and family‑friendly atmosphere. Common criticisms are small, closely spaced campsites, occasional road noise from Highway 106, crowding on hot summer days, and occasional litter or rule‑breaking on the beach.

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Based on 62 reviews

What Campers Love

Warm saltwater beach on Hood Canal; easy access for swimming, paddling and shellfishing; well‑maintained picnic areas and shelters; clean restrooms and showers when recently serviced; pleasant,...

Based on 62 reviews

Common Concerns

• **Sites too close together / lack of privacy**: Multiple reviewers describe the campground as “cozy” to a fault, with **very small, tightly spaced sites** and little vegetation between...

Based on 62 reviews

Pro Tips & Recommendations

Make reservations for summer weekends; choose creek‑side or back‑of‑park sites for more quiet and privacy; arrive early for day‑use parking on hot days; bring shade, water shoes and beach gear; carry...

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Camper Quotes

"Beautiful clean place with access to the water, restrooms and grills."; "Nice campground right across the street from the beach... The campground is by a creek with a cute 1.7 mile loop hike.";...

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Nearby Campgrounds

3151 NE SR 300, Belfair, WA 98528

Belfair State Park sits on the Hood Canal shoreline at 26 feet elevation, offering 145 campsites that range from tent pads under evergreens to full-hookup RV spots and heated cabins. Fees run $5–$45 per night. The park's main draw is direct access to tidal flats, a creek, and saltwater beach, though sites near the highway pick up road noise and privacy varies across loops.