There are so many options for Olympic National Park Camping trips it can be hard to decide which campground to stay in.
You can choose to camp near the beach, in the Hoh Rainforest, in a primitive campsite or near the Sol Duc Hot Springs. We love moving around the park and checking out different parts of the park.
There are two campgrounds that take reservations (the Kalaloch Campground and Sol Duc Campground). All of the other campgrounds are first to come first serve. You will definitely want to get to the campground early especially on summer weekends.
Olympic National Park Camping
Camping in Olympic National Park is the perfect way to truly experience this gorgeous Washington State park. You can wake up in the heart of the park. The Olympic Peninsula is huge and you will want to plan what parts of the park you want to see so you don't spend your entire trip driving from site to site.
Make sure to check out our complete Olympic National Park guide for all the information you need to have a great visit to the park.
Reservable Campgrounds
Kalaloch Campground
Kalaloch Campground is located next to Kalaloch Beach and the perfect place to fall asleep with the sounds of the Pacific Ocean. There are supplies and groceries available just down the street at the Kalaloch Lodge.
Location: Off of Highway 101 on the Pacific Coast.
Open: Year-round
Number of sites: 170
Cost per night: $20
Reservations?: yes, reservations can be made on Reservation.org or by calling (877) 444-6777 for the peak season (May 22, 2019 - September 08, 2019)
Campground Amenities: Flush toilets, running water, picnic tables, a fire pit
RVs allowed?: Yes, There are no hook-ups
See more photos and information on the Kalaloch Campground.
Sol Duc Campground
Sol Duc Campground is the closest campground to the Sol Duc Hot Springs. This is the perfect campground to spend the day hiking and then come back and soak in the hot springs.
Location: Near the Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort.
Open: Year-round
Number of sites: 82
Cost per night: $
Reservations?: yes, Reservations are required for Sol Duc Campground during the busy season. Reservations can be made on Reservation.org or by calling (877) 444-6777.
Campground amenities: drinking water, flush toilets, fire rings, and picnic tables.
RVs allowed?: Yes, there are no hook-ups
For more information and photos check out our post on Sol Duc Campground
Non-Reservable Campgrounds
Deer Park Campground
Deer Park Campground is the highest campground within Olympic National Park. Open seasonally depending on the weather.
Location:
Open: June - mid-October, depending on road conditions and snowmelt.
Number of sites: 14
Cost per night: $15
Reservations?: No
Campground amenities: Picnic Table and Firepit, Pit toilets, no potable water
RVs allowed?: No
Dosewallips Campground
Due to the road being washed out it is now a 6.5-mile hike into the Dosewallips Campground.
Location: Located on the East side of the Olympic National Park.
Open: Year-round, Walk-in 6.5 miles due to storm damage!
Number of sites: 30
Cost per night: No fee
Reservations?: No
Campground amenities: Fire pit and picnic table, Pit toilets, no water
RVs allowed?: No
Fairholme Campground
Fairholme Campground is located on Lake Crescent and is really popular when it is open. Make sure and arrive early to grab a killer camping site before heading out to explore the park.
Location: Lake Crescent
Open: April 26 - September 30, 2019
Number of sites: 88
Cost per night: $20
Reservations?: No, First come first served
Campground amenities: Flush toilet, potable water, picnic tables, and fire grates.
RVs allowed?: yes, Sites for 21 feet. There is a dump station available for $10 a use
See our post on the Fairholme Campground to see additional photos and information on this campground.
Graves Creek Campground
Location: Near Lake Quinault
Open: year-round
Number of sites: 30
Cost per night: $22
Reservations?: No, First come first served
Campground amenities: Pit toilet, picnic tables, and fire grates. There is no running water at this campground
RVs allowed?: RVs and trailers not allowed
Check out our full post on Graves Creek Campground to see more photos and details on this campground.
Heart O' the Hills Campground
Heart O' the Hills Campground is the closest campground to Port Angeles, Washington. It is located on the road leading up to Hurricane Ridge. This is a great campground to stay in to explore the northern portion of Olympic National Park.
Location: Near the road to Hurricane Ridge and Port Angeles.
Open: Year-round, During the winter this campground may be walk-in only.
Number of sites: 105
Cost per night: $20
Reservations?: No, First come first served
Campground amenities: Pit toilet, potable water, picnic tables, and fire grates.
RVs allowed?: Sites for 21 feet, a few for 35 feet
Check out our full post on Heart O' the Hills Campground to see more photos and information on this campground
Hoh Campground
Have you ever dreamed of camping in the middle of a temperate rainforest? If you answered yes then the Hoh Campground is perfect for you. Surrounded by large trees covered in moss and home to a large herd of resident Roosevelt Elk.
Location: Heart of the Hoh Rainforest near the Visitor Center.
Open: year-round
Number of sites: 78
Cost per night: $20
Reservations?: No, First come first served
Campground amenities: Flush toilet, Potable water, picnic tables, and fire grates.
RVs allowed?: Yes
RV Length: Sites for 21 feet, a few for up to 35 feet
Check out our full post on the Hoh Campground to see more photos and information on this campground
Mora Campground
If you are looking for easy beach access then you will love Mora Campground. Located a few miles from Rialto Beach you can enjoy being close to Forks and easy to get to amenities while enjoying a large campground.
Location: A few miles from Rialto Beach on the Washington Coast.
Open: Year-round
Number of sites: 94
Cost per night: $20
Reservations?: No, First come- first served
Campground Amenities: Flush toilets, potable water, fire pits, picnic table
RVs allowed?: Yes, Sites for 21 feet, a few for 35 feet, Dump station available
Check out our entire post on Mora Campground to see more photos and site information.
North Fork Campground
The North Fork Campground is perfect for campers who want to get away and enjoy a primitive campground. After traveling a dirt road to the campground you will find yourself surrounded by large trees covered in moss. Next, to the Quinault River, there is a ton of hiking trails to explore in this area.
Location: Near the Lake Quinault Ranger Station.
Open: year-round
Number of sites: 9
Cost per night: $15
Reservations?: No, First come- first served
Campground Amenities: Pit toilets, fire pits, picnic table. There is no running water
RVs allowed?: Not recommended for RVs and trailers
Check out our entire post on North Fork Campground to see more photos and site information.
Ozette Campground
If you are looking to get away from it all and be close to both a lake and the Pacific Ocean then the Ozette Campground is perfect for you! You will be miles away from a gas station or grocery store so make sure and pack everything you need with you.
The best part of this campground is you can wander the Ozette Triangle trail and explore the boardwalk leading to the beach.
ocation: Near Lake Ozette
Open: year-round, some sites flood in the winter and are closed.
Number of sites: 15
Cost per night: $20
Reservations?: No, First come- first served
Campground Amenities: Pit toilets, fire pits, picnic table. There is no running water.
RVs allowed?: Yes, Sites for 21 feet
Check out our full post on the Lake Ozette Campground to see site photos and videos.
Queets Campground
Queets Campground is perfect for those campers who want solitude and to truly escape from a ton of other people. The campground does not have any services so you will need to plan your trip and be prepared.
Once you are out at the Queets Campground you have amazing access to the gorgeous Queets Rainforest!
Location: Off of Highway 101 towards the Queets Rainforest.
Open: year-round
Number of sites: 20
Cost per night: $15
Reservations?: No, First come- first served
Campground Amenities: Pit toilets, fire pits, picnic table. There is no running water in the campground.
RVs allowed?: No, not recommended for RV's or Trailers
Check out our full post for Queets Campground with campsite video and photos.
South Beach Campground
If you are looking for a beach getaway that is close to amenities but doesn't need a reservation then the South Beach Campground is perfect. Located just down Highway 101 from the Kalaloch Lodge the South Beach Campground has 55 non-reservable sites. You will want to get there early to grab a coveted spot in the campground.
Location: Off of Highway 101 just down from the Kalaloch Campground.
Open: May 17 - September 23. 2019
Number of sites: 55
Cost per night: $15
Reservations?: No, First come- first served
Campground Amenities: Flush toilets, fire pits, picnic table. There is no potable water in the campground
RVs allowed?: Yes, Sites for 21 feet, a few for 35 feet
Check out our entire post on South Beach Campground to see more photos and site information.
Staircase Campground
Staircase Campground is located near the Skokomish River and is surrounded by enormous Douglas Firs. This campground does not have reservations but does offer all the amenities you would expect from a reservable campground. You have access to flush toilets and potable water in the summer along with great ranger programs. The campground is located on the East side of the Olympic National Park.
From October to May the campground is still open but is primitive with no running water or flush toilet.
Location:
Open: year-round but primitive in the winter
Number of sites: 49, 5 sites are walk-in only
Cost per night: $20
Reservations?: No, First come- first served
Campground Amenities: Flush toilets and potable water in the summer months! Pit toilets and no water during the off-season.
Fire pits, picnic table
RVs allowed?: Yes, Sites for 21 feet, a few for 35 feet
We hope this helped you plan your epic Olympic National Park Camping adventure!
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Additional Olympic National Park Resources
Olympic National Park Lodging - Check out our complete guide of all the places to stay within the park including Lake Crescent Lodge, Log Cabin Resort, Kalaloch Lodge and Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort.
Things to do in Olympic NP - Find out all of the top things to do in this great park.
Free National Park Days - Check out the 5 days a year the National Park Service waives entrance fees.
Most visited National Parks - Check out all of the top-visited parks in the United States
Moon Olympic Peninsula Guide Book
Olympic National Park trails map
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