Camping Near Seattle

Pacific Northwest adventures with rainforests, volcanoes, and Puget Sound islands.

20+ Campgrounds4.7★ AverageBest: Year-round (varies by season)

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Washington State Parks, WashingtonWA

Excellent 4.93 rating and relatively close at 34.3 miles, offering waterfront camping with swimming, hiking, and fishing activities perfect for Seattle visitors seeking coastal experiences.

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Fort Flagler State Park

Washington State Parks, WashingtonNordland, WA, WA

Outstanding 4.83 rating with substantial 90 reviews at Fort Flagler State Park, offering diverse camping options (tent and RV) plus historical significance and water activities just 37.3 miles from Seattle.

Ohanapecosh Group Campground

Mount Rainier National ParkPackwood, WA

Iconic Mount Rainier National Park location with impressive 247 reviews and 4.71 rating, providing quintessential Pacific Northwest mountain camping experience with excellent hiking and natural beauty.

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Olympic National ForestHoodsport, WA

Olympic National Forest gem at 38.5 miles with 4.71 rating, offering pristine mountain lake camping with hiking and swimming in one of the region's most beautiful settings.

Washington State Parks, WashingtonWA

Fort Ebey State Park provides excellent 4.71 rating with 91 reviews, offering both tent and RV camping on scenic Whidbey Island with stunning coastal views and hiking trails.

Washington State Parks, WashingtonAnacortes, WA

Rasar State Park offers excellent value with 4.70 rating and 173 reviews, providing diverse accommodation options including cabins, tent, and RV sites with river access and swimming.

Washington State Parks, WashingtonOlga, WA, WA

Moran State Park on Orcas Island delivers a unique San Juan Islands camping experience with 4.70 rating, offering mountain and water activities in one of Washington's most scenic locations.

Graves Creek Campground

Olympic National ParkPort Angeles, WA

Olympic National Park's Graves Creek provides authentic rainforest camping with 4.69 rating, offering hiking access to pristine wilderness and swimming in crystal-clear waters.

Rock Island Campground

Okanogan-Wenatchee National ForestLeavenworth, WA

Rock Island Campground offers excellent 4.69 rating with comprehensive outdoor activities including hiking, fishing, and swimming in the scenic Cascade Mountains setting.

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4.7

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Deception Pass State Park

Washington State Parks, WashingtonOak Harbor, WA

Deception Pass State Park is a premier destination with 4.68 rating and 178 reviews, offering spectacular bridge views, diverse camping options including cabins, and excellent water activities.

Olympic National ForestQuinault, Washington

Willaby Campground on Lake Quinault provides exceptional value with 328 reviews and 4.64 rating, offering both tent and RV camping in the temperate rainforest setting.

Brown Creek Campground

Olympic National Forestnull, WA

Brown Creek Campground offers solid 4.58 rating with 142 reviews, providing excellent Olympic National Forest camping with comprehensive activities and both tent and RV options.

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Joemma Beach

Fort Flagler State Park

Ohanapecosh Group Campground

Lena Lake Campground

Fort Ebey State Park

Rasar State Park

Moran State Park

Graves Creek Campground

Rock Island Campground

Deception Pass State Park

Willaby Campground

Brown Creek Campground

White River Campground

Turlo Campground

Ike Kinswa State Park

Tulalip Group Camp

East Kachess Group Site

Ida Creek Campground

Hope Island (Mason)

Fish Lake Campground

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About This Destination

Seattle, Washington (80-mile recreation radius) camping offers some of the most diverse outdoor experiences in the Pacific Northwest, from rugged volcanic peaks to temperate rainforests and pristine coastlines. Within this remarkable radius, outdoor enthusiasts can access Mount Rainier's alpine meadows, Olympic National Park's moss-draped old-growth forests, the San Juan Islands' marine landscapes, and the glaciated ridgelines of the Cascade Range.

Best Time

July through September offers the best camping conditions with warm, mostly dry weather and full access to high-elevation campgrounds and trails. Summer brings highs of 65-85°F in lowlands with cool nights at alpine camps.

Destination Highlights

20+ campgrounds within 80 miles
Located in Washington
Options for every camping style

Plan Your Trips

Tips & Recommendations

1Book popular campgrounds like Mount Rainier and Olympic National Park sites as early as possible - summer weekends fill quickly when reservations open.
2For wilderness camping, apply for permits well in advance, especially for coveted spots like the Enchantments.
3Always pack rain gear and warm layers regardless of season, as weather changes rapidly.
4Check WSDOT mountain pass conditions before traveling, as unexpected closures can derail plans.

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