Best Campsites In Olympic National Park

There’s magic to discover on every trail of Olympic National Park, a vast area in Washington State. From beachfront hikes to mountain landscapes to verdant temperate rainforests, this national park is a miracle of natural diversity.

The best way to discover as much of the park as possible is with a stay in a campground. Olympic National Park is home to an exciting range of campsites, with space for over 800 visitors.

In this guide, we’ll take a look at some of the best campsites in Olympic National Park, and tips on finding the best site for you.

1. Kalaloch Campground

All year (reservations)

Overlooking the Pacific Ocean, the 170 sites of Kalaloch Campground are among the most popular places to stay in Olympic National Park.

For that reason, you want to make a reservation as soon as they become available. Spots can get snatched up fast, especially those for busy weekends.

The flushing toilets, potable water, and dump station make Kalaloch a convenient campground, and the location is excellent for exploring the park — there are beaches just a walk away, and the Tree of Life is in striking distance. This site lacks the privacy you can find in more remote areas, but with the ocean laid out before you, you won’t feel enclosed.

2. Mora Campground

All year (reservations)

Mora Campground sits between the oceanfront and the forest, providing campers with the best of both worlds.

The coastal forest provides the sites with privacy from passing visitors, while the nearby ocean offers stunning views, particularly at sunset.

A larger campsite, Mora has flushing toilets and potable water. It’s open year-round, and reservations are highly recommended.

Just a short distance from Rialto Beach, Mora Campground offers convenient access to some of the park’s most popular sites. It’s also close to La Push village and is sometimes known as La Push campground.

3. Sol Duc Hot Springs Campground

March to October (reservations)

Sol Duc Hot Springs Campground is technically two different sites. There’s Sol Duc Campground and Sol Duc RV Park, both within 0.25 miles of each other, and both operated by Sol Duc Resort.

You need to book if you want to stay in the Sol Duc Hot Springs, with reservations filling up fast. This is one of the only campgrounds in Olympic National Park with a hookup!

A stay at Sol Duc Hot Springs Campground puts you just a short drive from the Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort and its rejuvenating pools. You can also hike to the Sol Duc Falls on the evocatively named Lover’s Lane loop.

4. Fairholme Campground

April to September (reservations)

On the shores of Lake Crescent, Fairholme Campground is one of the most desirable sites in Olympic National park.

From this campground, you can enjoy numerous hiking trails, including the Spruce Railroad Trail, and find easy access to the Sol Duc and Hurricane Ridge areas.

There’s also a boat launch by Fairholme Campground if you want to explore the waters of Lake Crescent.

Fairholme Campground has flush toilets and potable water, and the Fairholme General Store is relatively close. This is a family-friendly site, with fire pits and picnic tables.

5. Log Cabin Resort RV & Campground

May to September (reservations)

Although it’s located within the park, Log Cabin RV & Campground is actually a privately managed site.

On the shores of Lake Crescent, the campground has private showers, laundry services, and hookups. Visitors can also make the most of the nearby Log Cabin Resort, with a gift shop, general store, and restaurant.

As a privately run site, Log Cabin Campground has a more commercial atmosphere than the national park grounds. It’s great if you want convenience, and the views and location are spectacular.

6. Deer Park Campground

June to October (no reservations)

Sitting at an elevation of 5,000 feet, Deer Park is one of the highest campsites in Olympic National Park. It’s a hard site to get to, as you have to follow a steep gravel road into the mountains.

Once you get there, Deer Park has 14 first-come, first-serve campsites, plus pit toilets. You must bring your own potable water.

There are several reasons not to consider Deer Park. It’s small, it’s away from the main trails, and the road up is tough to navigate.

But Deer Park rewards you with unforgettable views across the mountains, and a peaceful serenity that’s perfect for taking in the incredible sights.

7. Hoh Campground

All year (reservations)

Want to explore the Hoh rainforest? There’s no better starting point than the Hoh Campground.

With 78 spaces, including room for RVs, Hoh Campground is one of the most popular sites in Olympic National Park, thanks to its easy access to a stunning part of the landscape.

The Hoh rainforest is a big draw to the national park, with crowds flocking to the area.

A stay at the campsite guarantees you easy access to some of the best trails. And with the campgrounds on the edges of the rainforest itself, you feel immersed in a grand landscape.

8. Staircase Campground

All year (no reservations)

Surrounded by the ancient growth of the Skokomish River, the Staircase Campground provides a base to explore some of the lesser-known parts of Olympic National Park.

It requires some careful driving to access, as you pass through much of the Olympic National Forest to get there, but the peaceful surroundings make you feel truly close to nature.

Staircase Campground has flush toilets and potable water in summer, and pit toilets the rest of the year.

9. Dosewallips Campground

All year (no reservations)

Dosewallips is a developed hike-in campground. It’s quite a walk to get here, as you’ll have to follow the 6.5-mile Dosewallips Road, but it does have pit toilets, and you don’t need a wilderness permit.

The benefit of such a long walk is that Dosewallips is incredibly peaceful.

Located close to the banks of the Dosewallips river, the fast-running water serves as the perfect backdrop to a night under the stars. If you enjoy exploring on foot, this campground is an excellent place to rest between hikes.

10. Heart O’ The Hills Campground

All year (no reservations)

If you want to visit Hurricane Ridge, the best place to camp is the Heart O’ the Hills Campground. There are 105 campsites, but they do fill up quickly, especially during summer months when there are flush toilets and potable water.

Another reason for the popularity of this site is its proximity to Port Angeles and the Visitor Center. If you only want an overnight visit, it’s one of the best stopping points. Make sure to wake up early, to watch the sunrise.

11. Graves Creek Campground

All year (no reservations)

Travel 14 miles down the gravel road leading from Quinault Rain Forest Ranger Station, and you’ll find yourself in the Graves Creek Campground.

Despite the remote access, Graves Creek is still a popular spot for adventurous hikers. This is the ideal base for exploring the backcountry and taking a trip to the Enchanted Valley.

Graves Creek Campground is a primitive site, and the location isn’t ideal for the most popular parts of the Olympic National Park.

12. Ozette Campground

All year (no reservations)

The Ozette Campground is one of the only campsites in the northwestern area of the Olympic Peninsula, and with only 15 sites, it’s a small one!

It’s a long drive to get there, but the campground is located right on the shores of Lake Ozette, and every site has at least partial views of the water.

From Ozette Campground, you can enjoy a day on the lake, or trek the Ozette Loop Trail.

Start your journey to the campsite early in the day, for the best chance of securing a spot. If the Ozette campground is full, there are alternative options in nearby Ozette.

13. North Fork Campground

All year (no reservations)

The smallest campground in Olympic National Park, North Fork remains relatively quiet due to its remote setting. There are only 9 sites available, and there’s no running water.

To access North Fork, you need to take a long drive into the heart of a temperate rainforest. Once you get there, you’re fairly isolated from the park’s biggest attractions.

But in return for your effort, you get a campsite that feels truly disconnected from the hectic modern world. Perfect for relaxing.

14. South Beach Campground

May to September (no reservations)

With 55 sites available, South Beach is one of the largest campgrounds to operate on a first-come, first-served basis in Olympic National Park.

It’s very close to the popular Kalaloch Beach grounds, so even though it’s spacious, the site can fill up very fast.

There are flush toilets but no potable water, although the general store is just a short drive away. Overlooking the beach, this campground is family-friendly, and the scenic spot offers a wonderful place to watch the sunset.

Final Thoughts

Olympic National Park is a vast and diverse landscape, populated with numerous hiking trails that take you deep into the heart of this exceptional natural treasure.

If you want to see as much of the park as possible, we recommend an overnight visit to one of the numerous campsites.