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The best camping near Seaquest State Park

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Satiate your geology fetish with the displays of the Mount St. Helens volcanic eruption of 1980.  

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Relax by the River

1 site ¡ RV, Tent1 acre ¡ Castle Rock, WA
We have a 1/2 acre property on the Cowlitz River in the middle of Cooks Ferry Park in Castle Rock WA. We bought the property to relax in a beautiful setting close to home. We only live 15 minutes away. The property is made up of dredge spoils from when Mt. Saint Helens blew and is inside of a park where people can go to fish and enjoy the river. There are only 8 lots privately owned and we are the first lot that you come to. There is plenty of room for an RV. Guests can also tent camp or stay in our shack that has a sleeper sofa. There are snacks, a sign in book, an axe, briquets, a fire extinguisher, and other items the shack. ​There is a picnic table, fire pit, BBQ, and wood stove. There is a porta potty on the property. We keep our travel trailer there to enjoy when we can. We will try our best to not be there when you are staying at the property but if you book less than 1 week in advance, we may be there.  In summer, we may be kayaking. We put in upriver and get out at the property. If that is a problem, please message me before you book. If you continue going past our property, there are some nice rock beaches with pretty views. People fish there and wade in the water in the summer. Castle Rock is a cute little town with some nice shops, restaurants and bars. I recommend checking it out! We are not picky about check in/check out time. It would only matter if someone else was checking in the day you are checking out. Please ask if you expect to arrive earlier or want to check out later. If your plans change, please cancel through Hipcamp to get a refund.
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HolisticLifeFarm Clatskanie OR

7 sites ¡ Lodging, RVs, Tents17 acres ¡ Clatskanie, OR
Welcome to Holistic Life Farm! We are a working homestead and delight in sharing our daily experience and offer visits with our sheep, cows and chickens. Holistic Life Farm offers a 1 dry tent site for up to 12 people, a quaint hideaway cabin, and a glamped out 16x20 canvas tent with a wood stove. We also offer 1 RV site in our parking area. Stop on your way to Astoria and the coast and make this your destination. Find us about 30 minutes off I-5 freeway across the Longview bridge or 45 minutes east of Astoria. Our farm sits about 5 miles off Highway 30 to the north. We can direct you to hiking and mountain biking trails in the area (Beaver Falls trailhead is 5 miles from our farm). There is a motor boat launch in the town of Clatskanie, with access to Columbia River. There is also a launch in the city park for kayaking. The Zen Monastery is just 5 miles away. Long Beach, WA is across the Columbia River via the Astoria Bridge. Lounging about the homestead works too.
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Peace on Earth

4 sites ¡ Lodging10 acres ¡ Rainier, OR
When you visit our little "piece" on Earth we hope you feel the "peace" we do.  After spending many years living in the city, we found a place where we feel the calm and solitude we've been wanting and needing for a long time. Now, we want to share it with you.  A 10-acre "piece" of "peace" on Earth.  Come join us for a day or two.  
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Camper in the Firs

1 site ¡ Lodging1 acre ¡ Castle Rock, WA
Overlooking the North Fork Toutle River, this relaxing spot gives a great view of the river. Bald eagles, deer and elk visit frequently. NOTE: WE CURRENTLY DO NOT HAVE HOT WATER Camper has been updated and includes WiFi and AC. Go into town and enjoy the restaurants and bars in Castle Rock. Swimming can be done at Woodard-Gould Park just down the road. Plenty of hiking up at Mt. St Helens.
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Edelgran Forest Camp

1 site ¡ Tent20 acres ¡ Castle Rock, WA
Edelgran (Fir) Forest Camp is a serene campsite situated on 20 acres of private property, just 35 miles away from Mount St. Helens Volcanic National Monument. Our spacious campsite offers a tranquil environment surrounded by beautiful fir trees. You can take a leisurely stroll along our 1/2 mile walking trail, immersing yourself in the natural beauty of the property. Unwind and gather around the fire pit to enjoy cozy evenings under the starry sky. A picnic table is available for you to savor meals amidst the peaceful surroundings. For your convenience, we provide an outhouse facility on-site. While you're here, keep an eye out for the chance to spot deer roaming in the area, adding to the charm of your camping experience. At Edelgran Forest Camp, we aim to provide a serene and enjoyable setting for you to connect with nature. Whether you're seeking relaxation or adventure, our campsite offers the perfect escape.
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Cowlitz River Sandy Edge Campground

6 sites ¡ RVs, Tents30 acres ¡ Castle Rock, WA
The Cowlitz River Sandy Edge Campground is 30 acres of serenity and peace. Enjoy the private campsite with ample space for family fun and cool quiet nights on the sandy edge of the Cowlitz River. Each site has a picnic table, fire ring and a large trash can. Each campsite will have their own pathway to the river. I ask to help keep our environment as natural as possible pick up after yourselves and your furry friends. Each site are allowed 5 guests and 2 vehicles at each site. A $5 charge for additional campers each night and/or vehicles. Apply that cost to campsite booking please. Thank you Dry camping with self contained travel trailer Tent sites will have access to a porta potty with permanent bathroom in near future. Fishing, (w/your own lic.) kayaking, hiking and exploring. Leave what you find. Preserve as much as possible. Close to I-5 and is located adjacent to the quaint town of Castle Rock with restaurants, Cascade grocery store, souvenir shops, farmers market on the weekends, motocross flat track racing, and several different attractions at the Castle rock fair grounds. Mount Saint Helens only 30 minutes away! Sky diving, zip lining and big cheese festival in the town of Toledo next city northeast of Castle Rock. DIRECTIONS: If you're coming from South take I-5 North exit 49 make a left onto Huntington go over frwy bridge first right is Cowlitz View drive. If coming from the North take I-5 South exit 49 make a right onto Huntington then first right is Cowlitz View drive stay left and I'll meet you at the gate to escort you to your site.
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Otter Pond Riverfront Getaway

3 sites ¡ Lodging, RVs15 acres ¡ Castle Rock, WA
Welcome to Otter Pond on the Toutle River! A gateway to Mt. St Helens. Our property is locatated 42 miles from Johnston Ridge Observatory and 13.5 miles from I-5. Relax with the birds, deer, eagles, ducks, geese, rabbits, neighboring cows, beavers and otters that pass through now and then. You have acres to enjoy! Like your own mini campground. Approximately 1,000 feet of riverfront, a pond, horse shoe pit, shooting range, charcoal grill, and 3 different fire pits for you to explore. If you are over 6'1 you will ruin your hairdo in the trailer! Also, if you don't like bugs, snakes, spiders, deer, otters, beavers, mice, chickens, including roosters etc....you won't be a happy camper :-) We live on the neighboring property, but respect your privacy. There is a greenbelt between us. We look forward to sharing our space with you! Please note that there is a pond and river with a slippery bank full of rocks on this property. The river is a short 5 minute walk. Tennis shoes/river shoes highly advised. Please note we are 10 miles from the nearest food/gas services. Please plan accordingly. Cell service is best with AT&T Well house is open and has outside games, a couple of life jackets, cooler, and misc things for you to use. Please leave the light on.
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Batwater Station on Columbia River

10 sites ¡ Lodging, RVs, Tents60 acres ¡ Clatskanie, OR
Batwater Station is located halfway between Portland and the Oregon Coast on the Columbia River. A private refuge where river otter, beaver, mink, muskrat, seals, raccoons along with threatened Columbia river white tailed deer can be seen. Property has 1,000 feet of boat docks, river deck, and pier. At the pier is a full kitchen, heated bathroom and shower room. Included are 2 outhouses, a fire pit for summer months, a viewing station overlooking the wetlands along with brick charcoal fired barbecue and another propane barbecue. We are committed to your privacy so guests are limited and spread out. High speed internet through out the property. Batwater worked with several agencies when we breeched a levee and flooded 26 acres for salmon and wildlife habitat. Hike along the wetlands and see beaver dams and dens. Batwater is also home for many types of birds including eagles, osprey, tree swallow, purple martins, barn swallows, wood ducks, common and hooded mergansers, mallards, scoots, scaups, grebes, cormorants, great egrets, blue herons, geese and many types of song birds . In the spring and summer see our returning osprey who have. nested on our dock since 2013. There are now 2 osprey platform since a pair of Canada geese choose that as their nesting site as well. Some bald eagles winter here but we have our resident bald eagles Hep and Hope. They arrived in 2003 to start their nest on Crims Island. They still nest there although there old nest tree collapsed in 2020. Many birds migrate here for the winter. Common mammals are river otter, mink, muskrat, raccoons, nutria, coyotes, black tailed and threatened Colombia White Tailed deer. We also are home to native turtles and frogs. Batwater is a working farm with cattle feeding on lush pastures, 2 retired horses and chickens. When eggs are available, we will share some with you. Batwater is a great place to kayak, canoe, paddle board or row during the summer months. We have windy afternoons for windsurfers or sailors. The Columbia River is well known for salmon, and sturgeon. For an extra fee you can moor your larger boat while visiting. There are a volley ball and badminton set ups along with horse shoes during the summer months. We suggest swimming during the summer months when the tide is coming in or slack. You can also walk or drive down to Mayger beach which is popular with locals. There are sandy beaches on Crims island that you can paddle over too. Check out the pictures for more information.
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River View Retreat

3 sites ¡ RVs5 acres ¡ Chehalis, WA
We purchased this 5 acres in 2008. It was a raw piece of land with waist high field grass and thick brush lining the river bank. We had a vision to develop this into a place where people could come and be refreshed. After 3 years of sweat equity we we witnessed the transformation into a park like setting with over 3 acres of mowed lawn, perfect for bocce ball, croquet, or working on your pitching iron. We are nestled at the end of a beautiful agricultural valley, surrounded by the foothills.  Deer frequently come on the property looking for some special treats. One of our most relaxing activities is to sit in our lawn chairs with our feet in the river and let nature cool us on a hot summer day or sit on a tethered inner tube and let the river wash any worries away. The firepit is a great place to roast hot dogs, make smores but mainly just enjoy the hypnotizing dance of the flames and campfire conversation. If you are looking for a break from the rush and stress of city life, you have found it.3 RV sites on the North fork of the Neuwakum River. 15 minutes east of I-5, exit 71, 90 minutes to beach, 60 minutes to Mt. St. Helens, 60 minutes to Mt. Rainier, 5 seconds to peace and tranquility, prime agate hunting river. Sites 1&2 are on gravel pads. Site 3 is on the grass not a gravel pad. Each site has 20 and 50 amp electrical hookup, water, and a fire pit. Site 3 is farthest from the play toy and has its own access to the river.  Have the kids bring their bikes to ride all over our 5 acre property. We have a sand pile for kids to enjoy so don’t forget your shovel and bucket! Note: When driving on North Fork road look for mile markers on shoulder of the road. Earthship Drive is 1/4 mile past the 8 mile marker. Entrance is identified by a large log sign "Clover Valley". Stay on gravel drive, just past sign saying "River View Retreat" take left fork of drive. Sites are numbered on the electrical box. Please feel free to pull onto the grass to line up your RV.
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Waterfront Retreat and Event Venue

7 sites ¡ Lodging2 acres ¡ Longview, WA
My Tiny Creekside Retreat is located in the hills above Longview, with easy access to Historic Downtown Longview, less than a half hour from the I-5 Freeway, and within 1.5 hours of Long Beach, Mt. St. Helens, and Portland Oregon. The Retreat includes accommodations for overnighters and is available to host your small event. In addition to their private accommodations our guests enjoy our large covered fire pit and picnic area, creek side beach, yoga decks, and an EV charger. A perfect escape from the hustle of life!
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RC ISLAND

1 site ¡ RV, Tent1 acre ¡ Cathlamet, WA
The property is a flat beachfront with 200ft Columbia river frontage located on Puget Island in Cathlamet, Washington with panoramic views.  Campers can enjoy private access to beach and privacy during their stay.The island was named for Peter Puget, a lieutenant in the Vancouver Expedition of exploration, which first mapped the island in 1792. Puget Island's Robert W. Little Preserve is home to a population of endangered Columbian white-tailed deer.You can walk the beach, kayak the Columbia River, or ride bikes on miles of flat Puget Island roads. There's also hiking, swimming in the Columbia on our beach, fishing, wild life viewing that entails many bird species (hawks, eagles, white tail deer). Long Beach on the Pacific ocean is 1 hour away. During your stay, you'll even see ships cruise by very closely. The property has easily accessible no matter the size of your RV and there's plenty of room to park multiple vehicles. We look forward to meeting and greeting you!
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Vista Bella Camp

4 sites ¡ RVs3 acres ¡ Mossyrock, WA
Vista Bella camp offers  premium 3 RV/Tent sites and our 5th Wheel on a ridge overlooking Lake Mayfield and Mt. Rainier.   Private parking,  large patio, covered deck & spa available. Outdoor shower available.Easy access to Mt. Rainier, Mt St Helens and Ike Kinswa parks. Lake Mayfield Marina is just minutes from Vista Bella Camp, with boating, fishing, and jet skiing. Parking for a small trailer or boat.
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The best camping near Seaquest State Park guide

Overview

About

If brushing up on your volcanism while communing with nature appeals, you'll love Seaquest. It's home to the Mount St. Helens Visitor Center, where you'll find a fascinating collection of info on the history and geology of the volcano.

Stay in one of the five yurts nestled in a wooded area of the park, and it's a short walk to the visitor center. For longer leg stretches, you've got 1 mile of wetland trail and 6 gorgeous miles of woodland trails to hike or bike.

The beautifully forested park affords spectacular wildlife viewing in both wetland and lowland forest habitats. Seaquest occupies over a mile of shoreline on the 10-feet-deep Silver Lake. This shallow body of water was formed when a previous eruption of Mount St. Helens permanently dammed Silver Creek.

Other camping options at the 475-acre, year-round park include 55 tent spaces and 33 utility spaces, most in serene old-growth forest settings. Clean bathrooms, well-kept grounds, and lush scenery get high marks.

Notable campgrounds

  • The park's standard campsites are enveloped in a serene forest setting, offering a classic camping experience.
  • Partial hookup sites provide added convenience for campers seeking a blend of rustic charm and modern amenities.
  • For those seeking full amenities, the T-loop's full hookup sites cater to a more luxurious outdoor stay.

Tips for snagging a campsite

  • Book early, especially for summer stays, as reservations fill up quickly during peak season.
  • Consider visiting during the shoulder seasons for greater availability and a quieter experience.
  • Keep an eye on the park's website for updates on campsite availability and potential cancellations.
  • Explore nearby camping options if Seaquest State Park is fully booked, ensuring you have a backup plan.

When to go

The best time to visit Seaquest State Park is from late spring to early fall, when the weather is mild and the natural beauty is at its peak. Winter offers a unique charm, but be prepared for cooler temperatures and limited access due to potential park closures.

Know before you go

  • Check for any alerts or closures before your visit, as the park may be closed for repairs or due to weather conditions.
  • Remember to purchase a Discover Pass for park entry, available for $30 annually or $10 for a one-day pass.
  • Dogs are welcome but must be kept on a leash at all times to ensure the safety of wildlife and other visitors.
  • Accessible facilities are available, including campsites, restrooms, and trails, to accommodate all visitors.
  • Take advantage of the park's amenities, such as fire pits, picnic shelters, and the interpretive center for a comfortable and informative stay.

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