94% (1.1K)
Top-rated campgrounds near Cowichan Valley
Crescent Beach & RV
1. Crescent Beach & RV
94%
(316)
76 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Port Angeles, WA
Welcome to Crescent Beach & RV! We are a privately-owned and operated campground and RV park located in the heart of the Olympic Peninsula, just west of Port Angeles. With a wide range of accommodations, such as full and partial hook-up RV sites, tent sites, and rental cabins - our park is the perfect destination for those looking to enjoy the natural beauty of the area. In addition to stunning views and access to our 1/2 mile sandy beach, we offer a variety of amenities, including a volleyball court, horse-shoe pits, camp store, and quarter-operated laundry facilities & quarter-operated hot showers (open 7am-9pm during the summer, 9am-5pm during the fall/winter). No need to limit stays to the summer, we are open year-round for overnight stays as well as day-use.
Popular activities include walking on the beach, flying kites, building sandcastles, surfing and paddleboarding, birdwatching, playing with seaweed, checking out the tide pools at Tongue Point Marine Life Sanctuary, and hiking Striped Peak - to name a few. Our proximity to Olympic National Park and other local attractions make us a great base for exploring the nearby areas.
Whether you're in a trailer, sprinter van, tent or even your car - we have a spot for you! Come and visit Crescent Beach and RV, where the staff feel like friends and the beach feels like home.
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$45
/ night
Shadow Mountain RV & Campground
2. Shadow Mountain RV & Campground
76%
(560)
47 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Port Angeles, WA
!~PLEASE READ EACH SITE DESCRIPTION ~ LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE~! Whether you are looking to spend some quality time with your family or enjoy a weekend away with friends, you are going to find the perfect camping at Shadow Mountain Campground! SORRY NO WIFI Enjoy hiking, swimming, kayaking, or boating across the street at Lake Sutherland or Lake Cresent!
Rent our newly added Kayak Rentals.
We have a convenient General Store and Gas Station on-site with Firewood and much more...
We have beautiful campsites, entertaining activities nearby, and quality staff to ensure that your Olympic National Park camping vacation is all you need to relax and unwind! Come spend a weekend, a week, or a season with our Monthly RV Park Spaces and let us show you what we have to offer!
Did I mention HOT SHOWERS and LAUNDRY FACILITY!!!
The views are Amazing!
Pets
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Full hookups
from
$19
/ night
West Beach Resort
3. West Beach Resort
97%
(119)
75 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Eastsound, WA
West Beach Resort is located on the sunny and pristine west side of Orcas Island, Washington. We are a private destination resort specializing in providing guests with an authentic San Juan Islands getaway. We have been an Orcas Island lodging and hotel destination since 1938. Stay in our fully-equipped beachfront cabins on our world class walk-out, west-facing, sand/pebble beach and watch the sunset as you relive the day’s adventures from your private beach fire pit. We also offer ocean view and garden cabins, RV, camping, marina, boat rentals, general store, kayak and canoe rentals, and a seasonal activities kiosk and beachfront food service. Treat yourself to a one-of-a-kind Pacific Northwest experience you won’t soon forget. Whether you’re looking for a fantastic family summer vacation spot or that romantic retreat in the off-season, you simply won’t find a more stunning location for your escape to Washington's paradise that is Orcas Island's West Beach Resort.
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$49
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The PRSRV
4. The PRSRV
92%
(449)
17 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · WA
Relax on the shores of the Strait of Juan de Fuca at this hidden off grid gem!
Our philosophy on camping is that it should be enjoyed while immersed in nature and as comfortable and private as possible.
Enjoy the 10+ Acres PRSRV Surf has to offer where our nearest neighbor is miles away, just the way we like it:)
That isn’t to say there’s not locals🦭
Daily seal sightings are not just common, they’re expected! Some call it the “Seal sanctuary of the Strait!” This stretch of coast line accessible only from the PRSRV is also home to otters, whales, crabs, eagles and more!
Explore the miles of uninhabited beaches boasting some of the best fossil hunting on the Olympic Peninsula!
In addition to the natural wonders of the PRSRV, we offer private, comfortably separated, sites that can accommodate tent campers and some for Vans up to 22ft. Each campsite features its own ~10x10 tent pad, fire pit, parking spot, and amazing views of the Strait!
*Be sure to book the sauna package at checkout!
**Please note as this property is on a hillside, the road is steep but easily doable. Given the lands natural terrain, guests should be comfortable with uneven surfaces, hills, stairs, etc. There is a rope to assist you on the last few steps to the beach**
A different way to experience the Olympic Peninsula, don’t just camp, PRSRV🤙
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from
$40
/ night
Dawleys SolDuc River Campground
5. Dawleys SolDuc River Campground
98%
(1200)
36 sites · Tents, RVs · Beaver, WA
Our private Campground is centrally located on the Olympic Peninsula.
We are a Campground, we are not a Hip Camp, we just advertise through them. Paying for extra days or rentals, wood, propane fire-pits, are done at pay station at Campground or by calling the office.
We have 21 tent sites on the West side of Pavel Road close to the river. 13 are river view sites. We have 15 tent sites and most are bigger tent sites, ones that are big enough for a RV on the East side of Pavel Road, Use our website dawleysrivercamping.com for details.
We have beautiful woods with trees, ferns, moss, and the Sol Duc River runs adjacent to our property. Beautiful views of the Sol Duc River from some of the sites and a short walk to the right of the parking lot to the Fish Hatchery, stay to the right there will be a boat launch and beach to fish and play.
Just a 20-minute drive to the Pacific Ocean and a 20-minute drive to the straits of Juan de Fuca.
Just a one-hour drive from our site to Cape Flattery, short hike down to a rocky viewpoint overlooking the Pacific Ocean and Tatoosh Island, which is the farthest NW Point in the Continental US!
We have sites with beautiful river views, 9 walk-in sites, and 12 drive-up sites. 4 of the walk-in sites are river views 4, 5, 6 and 8. The drive-in sites with river views are 10, 11, 12, 13, 17, 18, 20, and 21.
There are more sites on the other part of the Campground.
The Fish Hatchery is right next door and has a boat launch, beach, and lots of fishing.
The river at the Hatchery is great to float on, fish, and just play.
Activities nearby include:
Pacific Ocean beaches, Pleasant Lake, Crescent Lake, Beaver Lake, Snyder Lookout for stargazing, Olympic Discovery Trail, kayak floating, the area is great for hiking, biking, mushroom and fossil hunting, wildlife viewing, ATV trails, and much, much more, come have some fun.
Pets
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$35
/ night
Kaptain's Quarters
6. Kaptain's Quarters
100%
(39)
4 sites · RVs · Sekiu, WA
Welcome to our picturesque waterfront property, where nature’s beauty meets the comforts of home! Bring your RV and your furry friends, and choose from our spacious lots, each with full or partial hookups to fit your needs.
Nestled on half an acre of gated land, our serene retreat offers stunning water views and easy access to a nearby boat launch and marina—just a short stroll away. In the winter, cozy up and watch as dramatic storms roll across the water, providing a breathtaking display of nature’s power.
Unlike typical RV parks, our generous lots give you room to spread out and enjoy quality time with family, friends, and pets. After a day filled with fishing, hiking, or biking on the Olympic Peninsula, gather around and soak in the beautiful surroundings.
Whether you’re in search of adventure, a peaceful escape, or simply a front-row seat to winter storms, our scenic waterfront property is the perfect setting for your RV getaway. Experience the tranquility and natural beauty of the Olympic Peninsula with us—and don’t forget to bring your furry companions!
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from
$70
/ night
Private Beachfront
7. Private Beachfront
97%
(33)
3 sites · Tents, RVs · Port Angeles, WA
RV’s VANS 5th WHEELS WELCOME
Mountains, Ocean, River, Lakes are all around you just 5 mins in different directions. The Hoh Rain Forrest is a short drive away. Sol Duc Hot Springs and Olympic Natural Hotspring just 20 mins away. The Devels Punch Bowl. Lake Cresent, East Beach, and Lake Cresent are a 10 min drive. Cresent Beach, Salt Creek Beach Whiskey Creek Beach 15 min away. The mouth of the Lyre River is a min walk down our beach where youll be staying. Elwa River 15 min away. Or stay and enjoy the view and sound of the waves. Just a short 20 min drive West of Port Angeles , WA. hides a private and all accessible, one road in and one road out beach all to yourself. Adjasent to the so popular lyre river campground, Surfers destination off of LowPoint, Fishing from shore or sign up for our kayaks, or small boat.. Breath taking views of Canada. As well as the as the serenity of no sounds of traffic, anywhere.. Creeks on either side of property Feilding .Neilson. Gold panning. Rock hunting; including fossils agates. indigenous bird's such as eagles, hawks, ospreys, kingfishers, ducks, geese, marine bird's, ect. Deer and Elk frequent the area. Watch Thursday and Friday nite as cruise ships light up the straights inbound to seattle. Excellent low tide beach as it drops to almost a 16th of a mile from shore.. Firewood available in camp package or separately.. Close to wilderness trail and Lake Cresent. Animal friendly.
We also have our campground above the beach called " Weekend Warriors New Location" check it out on Hipcamp. Which will be opening on May 1st. We are currently still working on property. And will have more sites posted and better pictures of campground soon so you can reserve your site. There very private and large sites with Picnic tables and fire pits
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from
$81
/ night
Lake Pleasant RV
8. Lake Pleasant RV
100%
(82)
2 sites · RVs · Beaver, WA
Our lakeside property has been in our family for 3 generations. The lake has a low number of residence and their are no private owners and no houses North of us. It is ideal for kayaking, fishing, swimming, water skiing, and more!
In the Winter, a creek runs through our property, however it dries up during the summer months. As the name suggests, Lake Pleasant is very "pleasant".
Full hookups
from
$43
/ night
Fern Hollow
9. Fern Hollow
97%
(56)
3 sites · Tents · Port Angeles, WA
Three tent sites sit near the one acre frog pond on our homesite in a quiet valley neighborhood in the hills. There are a variety of birds and a clear view of the night sky with very little light pollution. Sani-can and water available. Parking for one vehicle per site. And campfires when local fire conditions allow.
Check-in anytime after 2pm
Check-out before 12pm
Drive times:
- 15 minutes west of Port Angeles
- 7 minutes from Olympic Adventure Trail on 112 and 2 minutes from mile post 7 access
- 7 minutes from the beach at the mouth of the Elwha
- 15 minutes away from Salt Creek and Tongue Point
- 20 minutes from the Black Ball Ferry
- 22 minutes away from Lake Crescent's East Beach
- 29 minutes from Lake Crescent Lodge and Bovee's Meadow Beach
- 50 minutes away from Hurricane Ridge
- 2hrs away from the Hoh Rainforest Visitor Center
- 13 minutes away from Joyce General Store and Joyce laundromat
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94% (1.1K)
Top-rated campgrounds near Cowichan Valley
Crescent Beach & RV
1. Crescent Beach & RV
94%
(316)
76 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Port Angeles, WA
Welcome to Crescent Beach & RV! We are a privately-owned and operated campground and RV park located in the heart of the Olympic Peninsula, just west of Port Angeles. With a wide range of accommodations, such as full and partial hook-up RV sites, tent sites, and rental cabins - our park is the perfect destination for those looking to enjoy the natural beauty of the area. In addition to stunning views and access to our 1/2 mile sandy beach, we offer a variety of amenities, including a volleyball court, horse-shoe pits, camp store, and quarter-operated laundry facilities & quarter-operated hot showers (open 7am-9pm during the summer, 9am-5pm during the fall/winter). No need to limit stays to the summer, we are open year-round for overnight stays as well as day-use.
Popular activities include walking on the beach, flying kites, building sandcastles, surfing and paddleboarding, birdwatching, playing with seaweed, checking out the tide pools at Tongue Point Marine Life Sanctuary, and hiking Striped Peak - to name a few. Our proximity to Olympic National Park and other local attractions make us a great base for exploring the nearby areas.
Whether you're in a trailer, sprinter van, tent or even your car - we have a spot for you! Come and visit Crescent Beach and RV, where the staff feel like friends and the beach feels like home.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$45
/ night
Shadow Mountain RV & Campground
2. Shadow Mountain RV & Campground
76%
(560)
47 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Port Angeles, WA
!~PLEASE READ EACH SITE DESCRIPTION ~ LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE~! Whether you are looking to spend some quality time with your family or enjoy a weekend away with friends, you are going to find the perfect camping at Shadow Mountain Campground! SORRY NO WIFI Enjoy hiking, swimming, kayaking, or boating across the street at Lake Sutherland or Lake Cresent!
Rent our newly added Kayak Rentals.
We have a convenient General Store and Gas Station on-site with Firewood and much more...
We have beautiful campsites, entertaining activities nearby, and quality staff to ensure that your Olympic National Park camping vacation is all you need to relax and unwind! Come spend a weekend, a week, or a season with our Monthly RV Park Spaces and let us show you what we have to offer!
Did I mention HOT SHOWERS and LAUNDRY FACILITY!!!
The views are Amazing!
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$19
/ night
West Beach Resort
3. West Beach Resort
97%
(119)
75 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Eastsound, WA
West Beach Resort is located on the sunny and pristine west side of Orcas Island, Washington. We are a private destination resort specializing in providing guests with an authentic San Juan Islands getaway. We have been an Orcas Island lodging and hotel destination since 1938. Stay in our fully-equipped beachfront cabins on our world class walk-out, west-facing, sand/pebble beach and watch the sunset as you relive the day’s adventures from your private beach fire pit. We also offer ocean view and garden cabins, RV, camping, marina, boat rentals, general store, kayak and canoe rentals, and a seasonal activities kiosk and beachfront food service. Treat yourself to a one-of-a-kind Pacific Northwest experience you won’t soon forget. Whether you’re looking for a fantastic family summer vacation spot or that romantic retreat in the off-season, you simply won’t find a more stunning location for your escape to Washington's paradise that is Orcas Island's West Beach Resort.
Pets
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from
$49
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The PRSRV
4. The PRSRV
92%
(449)
17 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · WA
Relax on the shores of the Strait of Juan de Fuca at this hidden off grid gem!
Our philosophy on camping is that it should be enjoyed while immersed in nature and as comfortable and private as possible.
Enjoy the 10+ Acres PRSRV Surf has to offer where our nearest neighbor is miles away, just the way we like it:)
That isn’t to say there’s not locals🦭
Daily seal sightings are not just common, they’re expected! Some call it the “Seal sanctuary of the Strait!” This stretch of coast line accessible only from the PRSRV is also home to otters, whales, crabs, eagles and more!
Explore the miles of uninhabited beaches boasting some of the best fossil hunting on the Olympic Peninsula!
In addition to the natural wonders of the PRSRV, we offer private, comfortably separated, sites that can accommodate tent campers and some for Vans up to 22ft. Each campsite features its own ~10x10 tent pad, fire pit, parking spot, and amazing views of the Strait!
*Be sure to book the sauna package at checkout!
**Please note as this property is on a hillside, the road is steep but easily doable. Given the lands natural terrain, guests should be comfortable with uneven surfaces, hills, stairs, etc. There is a rope to assist you on the last few steps to the beach**
A different way to experience the Olympic Peninsula, don’t just camp, PRSRV🤙
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$40
/ night
Dawleys SolDuc River Campground
5. Dawleys SolDuc River Campground
98%
(1200)
36 sites · Tents, RVs · Beaver, WA
Our private Campground is centrally located on the Olympic Peninsula.
We are a Campground, we are not a Hip Camp, we just advertise through them. Paying for extra days or rentals, wood, propane fire-pits, are done at pay station at Campground or by calling the office.
We have 21 tent sites on the West side of Pavel Road close to the river. 13 are river view sites. We have 15 tent sites and most are bigger tent sites, ones that are big enough for a RV on the East side of Pavel Road, Use our website dawleysrivercamping.com for details.
We have beautiful woods with trees, ferns, moss, and the Sol Duc River runs adjacent to our property. Beautiful views of the Sol Duc River from some of the sites and a short walk to the right of the parking lot to the Fish Hatchery, stay to the right there will be a boat launch and beach to fish and play.
Just a 20-minute drive to the Pacific Ocean and a 20-minute drive to the straits of Juan de Fuca.
Just a one-hour drive from our site to Cape Flattery, short hike down to a rocky viewpoint overlooking the Pacific Ocean and Tatoosh Island, which is the farthest NW Point in the Continental US!
We have sites with beautiful river views, 9 walk-in sites, and 12 drive-up sites. 4 of the walk-in sites are river views 4, 5, 6 and 8. The drive-in sites with river views are 10, 11, 12, 13, 17, 18, 20, and 21.
There are more sites on the other part of the Campground.
The Fish Hatchery is right next door and has a boat launch, beach, and lots of fishing.
The river at the Hatchery is great to float on, fish, and just play.
Activities nearby include:
Pacific Ocean beaches, Pleasant Lake, Crescent Lake, Beaver Lake, Snyder Lookout for stargazing, Olympic Discovery Trail, kayak floating, the area is great for hiking, biking, mushroom and fossil hunting, wildlife viewing, ATV trails, and much, much more, come have some fun.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$35
/ night
Kaptain's Quarters
6. Kaptain's Quarters
100%
(39)
4 sites · RVs · Sekiu, WA
Welcome to our picturesque waterfront property, where nature’s beauty meets the comforts of home! Bring your RV and your furry friends, and choose from our spacious lots, each with full or partial hookups to fit your needs.
Nestled on half an acre of gated land, our serene retreat offers stunning water views and easy access to a nearby boat launch and marina—just a short stroll away. In the winter, cozy up and watch as dramatic storms roll across the water, providing a breathtaking display of nature’s power.
Unlike typical RV parks, our generous lots give you room to spread out and enjoy quality time with family, friends, and pets. After a day filled with fishing, hiking, or biking on the Olympic Peninsula, gather around and soak in the beautiful surroundings.
Whether you’re in search of adventure, a peaceful escape, or simply a front-row seat to winter storms, our scenic waterfront property is the perfect setting for your RV getaway. Experience the tranquility and natural beauty of the Olympic Peninsula with us—and don’t forget to bring your furry companions!
Pets
Full hookups
from
$70
/ night
Private Beachfront
7. Private Beachfront
97%
(33)
3 sites · Tents, RVs · Port Angeles, WA
RV’s VANS 5th WHEELS WELCOME
Mountains, Ocean, River, Lakes are all around you just 5 mins in different directions. The Hoh Rain Forrest is a short drive away. Sol Duc Hot Springs and Olympic Natural Hotspring just 20 mins away. The Devels Punch Bowl. Lake Cresent, East Beach, and Lake Cresent are a 10 min drive. Cresent Beach, Salt Creek Beach Whiskey Creek Beach 15 min away. The mouth of the Lyre River is a min walk down our beach where youll be staying. Elwa River 15 min away. Or stay and enjoy the view and sound of the waves. Just a short 20 min drive West of Port Angeles , WA. hides a private and all accessible, one road in and one road out beach all to yourself. Adjasent to the so popular lyre river campground, Surfers destination off of LowPoint, Fishing from shore or sign up for our kayaks, or small boat.. Breath taking views of Canada. As well as the as the serenity of no sounds of traffic, anywhere.. Creeks on either side of property Feilding .Neilson. Gold panning. Rock hunting; including fossils agates. indigenous bird's such as eagles, hawks, ospreys, kingfishers, ducks, geese, marine bird's, ect. Deer and Elk frequent the area. Watch Thursday and Friday nite as cruise ships light up the straights inbound to seattle. Excellent low tide beach as it drops to almost a 16th of a mile from shore.. Firewood available in camp package or separately.. Close to wilderness trail and Lake Cresent. Animal friendly.
We also have our campground above the beach called " Weekend Warriors New Location" check it out on Hipcamp. Which will be opening on May 1st. We are currently still working on property. And will have more sites posted and better pictures of campground soon so you can reserve your site. There very private and large sites with Picnic tables and fire pits
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$81
/ night
Lake Pleasant RV
8. Lake Pleasant RV
100%
(82)
2 sites · RVs · Beaver, WA
Our lakeside property has been in our family for 3 generations. The lake has a low number of residence and their are no private owners and no houses North of us. It is ideal for kayaking, fishing, swimming, water skiing, and more!
In the Winter, a creek runs through our property, however it dries up during the summer months. As the name suggests, Lake Pleasant is very "pleasant".
Full hookups
from
$43
/ night
Fern Hollow
9. Fern Hollow
97%
(56)
3 sites · Tents · Port Angeles, WA
Three tent sites sit near the one acre frog pond on our homesite in a quiet valley neighborhood in the hills. There are a variety of birds and a clear view of the night sky with very little light pollution. Sani-can and water available. Parking for one vehicle per site. And campfires when local fire conditions allow.
Check-in anytime after 2pm
Check-out before 12pm
Drive times:
- 15 minutes west of Port Angeles
- 7 minutes from Olympic Adventure Trail on 112 and 2 minutes from mile post 7 access
- 7 minutes from the beach at the mouth of the Elwha
- 15 minutes away from Salt Creek and Tongue Point
- 20 minutes from the Black Ball Ferry
- 22 minutes away from Lake Crescent's East Beach
- 29 minutes from Lake Crescent Lodge and Bovee's Meadow Beach
- 50 minutes away from Hurricane Ridge
- 2hrs away from the Hoh Rainforest Visitor Center
- 13 minutes away from Joyce General Store and Joyce laundromat
Pets
Campfires
Toilets
from
$40
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Jonathan
December 2025
21 ft campervan
Our stay here checked all the boxes.
Perfect location for an Olympic rainforest adventure. Host was very responsive and accommodating.
The river sites are worth the extra money, the view is awesome. Sani Can was super clean.
The sites are close together so not too much privacy if it’s peak season, but we were there in December and had the place to ourselves.
Would recommend!
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Jessica
November 2025
32 ft Class A
With pets
Such a cool location. Beach was right there and beautiful and clean. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
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Shangchi
November 2025
Tent
Quiet and nice view. Laundry and shower available but prepare some coins in quarter. WiFi available but poor cell coverage. Recommended for car camping!
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Amber
October 2025
Tent
Great spot! It was wonderful hearing the waves while camping. Very relaxing.
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Philip
October 2025
36 ft Class A
With kids
Easy access to all sorts of locations, coastal trails, Forks, and Olympic National Park. Site was very easy to maneuver. No problem for most larger vehicles. Very quiet with great views. Hookups were placed well and easy to use. Sites are pretty level with a little drop towards back. Nothing to subtract from the stay. Really enjoyed the ease of access to different areas.
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R
October 2025
30 ft fifth wheel
With pets
Fast check-in
Nice site, level, and layed out nicely
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Robert
October 2025
38 ft Class A
With pets
very nice spot easy access to each site, well supplied store with great employees to attend your needs
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Lynn
October 2025
20 ft travel trailer
Hosts were friendly and helpful. Site is great..plan to return.
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William
October 2025
18 ft Class B
Easy and comfortable is how I describe our stay. We arrived after sunset but the campsite was easy to find and setup. Hikes were close and beach was full of surfers. Will definitely come again.
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Kym
October 2025
Tent
With pets
This is a very peaceful spot in a beautiful area. It is rustic which suits me fine. I have no complaints and appreciated my time there!
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Amy
October 2025
Tent
The staff, site, and amenities were great. The tent sites are close to the highway so there is some road noise but we were tired enough from hiking that it didn’t bother us much.
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cheryl
October 2025
27 ft travel trailer
With pets
Looks like the pictures. Had to back in to our spot from the road but it was a straight shot and fairly easy to do with the wide double gate. Low usage road so there was little pressure to hurry. Full hookups worked well as did the internet. Would come back again and really enjoyed our weekend.
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Lauren
October 2025
20 ft campervan
We had a lovely stay at Mountain Shadow RV & Campground. The host was helpful and welcoming. The store was super convenient. The bathrooms were nicely updated and very clean! Yes, its right off the highway so you do get some noise if you stay closer to the front of the site but that didn't really bother us! If you are looking for a super rustic in the forest stay, this isn't it, but if you are looking for a well kept, centrally located stay with a nice community vibe, do it!
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Bryn
September 2025
Tent
Group trip
This was a lovely place to spend the week. We loved the general store, which had nearly everything we needed, and we especially loved our power hookup and lights around our campsite.
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Terri
September 2025
Weekend Trip to The PRSRV
We had a great experience. I would easy both return, and recommend to anyone.
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Stephen
September 2025
18 ft pop-up camper
While it was not what I was looking for in a camping site it provided me a safe and clean space to park my trailer for two nights. The staff were very accommodating and the fellow guests were very pleasant to interact with.
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Pam
September 2025
20 ft travel trailer
Our site was tucked behind the trees which shielded us from the cool breeze but we could still hear the surf. Shower and restroom very clean and the added plus’s was laundry. Sites were small but served us well
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Benjamin
September 2025
Tent
Beach just across the street. Clean sites. Friendly staff. They even had a sink set up in the tent camping area.
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Margaux
September 2025
Tent
We absolutely loved our camping experience! It was a great balance of privacy and convenience. The sauna was a real treat at the end of a long day of adventuring. I genuinely appreciated the number of compost loo’s available. The axe throwing was a ton of fun! The location was unique and beautiful, and the people taking care of the land are so incredibly helpful. We will definitely be back!
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stealthisthought
September 2025
16 ft travel trailer
With pets
100+ yards of private beach offering panoramic views of the strait and easy access to Tongue Point.
A bunch of surfers utulize the day use parking while they catch waves just across the road.
Sites are relatively small but each has a concrete pad and a long picnic table. We were there late September and the mosquitoes were crazy.
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The best great views camping in Cowichan Valley guide
Where to go
Watch the Wildlife
Diverse Cowichan Valley ecosystems offer a wide range of wildlife watching opportunities. Take a whale watching tour off the coastline, or stay inland to watch Roosevelt elk roam the hills and valley near Youbou. A number of estuaries attract diverse bird species, while sea lions and seals are prolific along the shorelines. Carmanah Walbran Provincial Park is a special protected wilderness offering permitted backcountry camping.
Test Your Legs on the Trails
Hiking is a favourite activity among Cowichan Valley campers thanks to extensive trail systems and a varied terrain that means you might find yourself navigating a peak one day and a coastline the next. Mount Prevost and Mount Tzouhalem are two of the more challenging peaks, but the views at the top make each well worth the effort. For a mild hike (or bike), try the Cowichan River Trail at the valley floor. Cowichan Lake, the Cobble Hill Mountains, and Heather Mountain are just a few of the many notable trail systems waiting to be explored, some of which run through Cowichan River Provincial Park
Carmanah Walbran Provincial Park
This park is home to a significant percentage of the largest old-growth Sitka spruce in British Columbia. Gnarled cedar trees are also estimated at more than 1,000 years old in parts of the park, which also features great trail systems and camping sites with backcountry and wilderness designations. Daytrippers can enjoy the picnic sites between hikes, as well as scenic drives in and around the area.
Cowichan Bay and the Coast
Conveniently located adjacent to the coast, the Cowichan Valley is also loaded with opportunities where the land ends. Cowichan Bay, Mill Bay, Crofton, and Maple Bay are some of the prominent coastal communities where campers can launch on guided boat excursions or sit back and enjoy the sunset while eating at a local waterfront restaurant. These communities offer great wildlife watching, places to walk along the shore, and opportunities to charter boats for fishing and touring.
When to go
The beauty of the Cowichan Valley is the pleasant climate. Summer temperatures are rarely hot, with daily average highs peaking in the low 70s. Although summer is perfect for outdoor fun in the Cowichan Valley, there really isn't a bad month to visit the valley. British Columbia is notoriously cold throughout the winter months, but this valley offers refuge. Winter temperatures are cool, but they tend to stay above freezing, which makes it possible to continue recreating outside without gearing up for full winter weather. Expect occasional rain throughout the winter in addition to plenty of sunny days. Rain can muddy trail conditions, but otherwise, it should have little impact on your ability to enjoy the outdoors.