Campgrounds in Washington
Washington has 227 campgrounds in the Camphive database, from free dispersed and BLM camping to developed state park and national forest sites. The highest-rated spots are listed below by Vistas score, Camphive's 1–10 scenic rating. Every listing links to a full page with location, fees, and details.
Camping on a budget? See the 13 free camping spots in Washington. Looking for a site for a larger party? See the 39 group campgrounds in Washington.
Of the 40 top-rated spots listed below, 30 are free and 40 score 8 or higher on the Vistas scenic scale.
Top campgrounds in Washington
- Mt. Baker Highway (SR 542) — Mt. Baker Highway (SR 542) · Vistas 9.2
- Panorama Point Campground — Panorama Point Campground · Vistas 9
- North Cascades (SR 20) — North Cascades (SR 20) · Vistas 9
- Olympic NP - Hoh Rain Forest — WA - Forks · $24/night · Vistas 9
- COUGAR ROCK CAMPGROUND — COUGAR ROCK CAMPGROUND · ~$10/night · Vistas 9
- KALALOCH — KALALOCH · ~$10/night · Vistas 9
- COUGAR ROCK GROUP CAMPGROUND — COUGAR ROCK GROUP CAMPGROUND · Vistas 9
- SOL DUC HOT SPRINGS RESORT CAMPGROUND — SOL DUC HOT SPRINGS RESORT CAMPGROUND · ~$19/night · Vistas 8.8
- EVERGREEN MOUNTAIN LOOKOUT — EVERGREEN MOUNTAIN LOOKOUT · Vistas 8.8
- Hoh Rainforest Campground — Hoh Rainforest Campground · Vistas 8.8
- Bayview Campground (Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest, WA) — Bayview Campground (Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest, WA) · Vistas 8.7
- Lucerne Campground — Lucerne Campground · Vistas 8.7
- Lakeview Campground (Stehekin) — Lakeview Campground (Stehekin) · Vistas 8.6
- Mt. Rainier - Cougar Rock — WA - Ashford · $20/night · Vistas 8.5
- Deception Pass State Park — WA - Oak Harbor · $35/night · Vistas 8.5
- Colonial Creek North Campground — Colonial Creek North Campground · Vistas 8.5
- Park Creek Campground — Park Creek Campground · Free · Vistas 8.5
- Boulder Creek Campground — Boulder Creek Campground · Vistas 8.5
- Interstate 90 Mountains to Sound Greenway — Interstate 90 Mountains to Sound Greenway · Free · Vistas 8.5
- HEYBROOK LOOKOUT — HEYBROOK LOOKOUT · Vistas 8.5
- OHANAPECOSH GROUP CAMPGROUND — OHANAPECOSH GROUP CAMPGROUND · Vistas 8.5
- FALLS CREEK CAMPGROUND — FALLS CREEK CAMPGROUND · Free · Vistas 8.5
- North Cascades - Colonial Creek — WA - Marblemount · $16/night · Vistas 8.5
- Mountain Loop Scenic Byway — Mountain Loop Scenic Byway · Vistas 8.5
- Patos Island — Patos Island · Vistas 8.4
- Methow Valley Ranger District — Methow Valley Ranger District · Vistas 8.3
- White Pass Lake (Leech Lake) Campground — White Pass Lake (Leech Lake) Campground · Vistas 8.2
- COHO CAMPGROUND — COHO CAMPGROUND · Vistas 8.2
- Klahowya Campground — Klahowya Campground · Vistas 8.2
- Horseshoe Cove Campground — Horseshoe Cove Campground · Vistas 8.2
- LOST LAKE GROUP UNIT — LOST LAKE GROUP UNIT · Vistas 8.2
- OHANAPECOSH CAMPGROUND — OHANAPECOSH CAMPGROUND · ~$10/night · Vistas 8.2
- Big Creek (Gifford Pinchot National Forest, WA) — Big Creek (Gifford Pinchot National Forest, WA) · ~$10/night · Vistas 8.2
- Blind Island — Blind Island · Vistas 8.2
- Bumping Lake Campground — Bumping Lake Campground · ~$10/night · Vistas 8.2
- Graham Harbor Campground — Graham Harbor Campground · Vistas 8.2
- SUIATTLE GUARD STATION — SUIATTLE GUARD STATION · Vistas 8.2
- Colonial Creek South Campground — Colonial Creek South Campground · Vistas 8.2
- Purple Point Campground — Purple Point Campground · Vistas 8.2
- Mineral Park Campground — Mineral Park Campground · Free · Vistas 8.2
Open the interactive Washington camping map on Camphive to browse all 227 spots with filters for free camping, RV access, and scenic ratings.
Washington camping FAQ
Are there free campgrounds in Washington?
Yes, many primitive and dispersed sites in Washington are free; developed campgrounds typically charge a nightly fee. Check each listing for current fees.
What is the Vistas score?
Vistas is Camphive's 1–10 scenic rating for every campground, based on the surrounding landscape. Spots rated 8 or higher are exceptional; this page lists Washington's top-rated camping first.
Do campgrounds in Washington require reservations?
Developed state park and national forest campgrounds often do, especially in summer. Dispersed and most BLM sites are first-come, first-served with no fee. Each listing links to a detail page with what's known about fees and access.
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