Free Camping in Washington
Washington has 13 free camping spots in the Camphive database. Every listing on this page has a $0 fee. Most are dispersed sites on BLM land and in national forests; some are no-fee developed campgrounds. The highest-rated are listed below by Vistas score, Camphive's 1-10 scenic rating, and every listing links to a full page with location and details.
Back to all campgrounds in Washington.
Of the 13 top-rated spots listed below, 5 score 8 or higher on the Vistas scenic scale.
Top free camping spots in Washington
- FALLS CREEK CAMPGROUND — FALLS CREEK CAMPGROUND · Free · Vistas 8.5
- Interstate 90 Mountains to Sound Greenway — Interstate 90 Mountains to Sound Greenway · Free · Vistas 8.5
- Park Creek Campground — Park Creek Campground · Free · Vistas 8.5
- Mineral Park Campground — Mineral Park Campground · Free · Vistas 8.2
- Coal Creek Group Camp — Coal Creek Group Camp · Free · Vistas 8
- Gold Basin Campground — Gold Basin Campground · Free · Vistas 7.9
- Peterson Prairie Cabin — Peterson Prairie Cabin · Free · Vistas 7.7
- The Dalles Campground — The Dalles Campground · Free · Vistas 7.7
- Snowberry Bowl Campground — Snowberry Bowl Campground · Free · Vistas 7.4
- WENATCHEE GUARD STATION — WENATCHEE GUARD STATION · Free · Vistas 7.2
- GIFFORD GROUP SITE — GIFFORD GROUP SITE · Free · Vistas 7
- Gifford Campground — Gifford Campground · Free · Vistas 6.8
- FORT SPOKANE — FORT SPOKANE · Free · Vistas 6.1
Open the interactive Washington camping map on Camphive to browse all 13 spots with filters for free camping, RV access, and scenic ratings.
Washington camping FAQ
Is camping really free in Washington?
Yes. Every spot on this page lists a $0 fee: mostly dispersed sites on BLM land and in national forests, plus some no-fee developed campgrounds. Rules can change seasonally, so confirm with the managing agency linked on each spot's detail page before you go.
How long can you camp for free in Washington?
On most BLM and national forest land the limit is 14 days within a 28-day period at one location, after which you must move. Exact limits vary by district, so check locally.
What should I expect at a free campsite in Washington?
Most free sites are primitive: no water, no trash service, and often no toilets. Pack in your water, pack out your trash, check fire restrictions, and download an offline map since many of these spots have no cell coverage. 5 of the spots listed below score 8 or higher on Camphive's 1-10 Vistas scenic scale.
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