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The best camping near Bay View State Park

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Samish Island Bluff

1 site ¡ RV, Tent1 acre ¡ Bow, WA
Come and experience the beauty of Samish Island at this private high bank campsite. Enjoy the amazing water and mountain views from this unique property while lounging in your van, relaxing in your tent or hanging out on the spacious decks. Convenience of a drive on island and only 20 minutes to the freeway. Single campsite is located at the front of the property perched at the bluff edge, boasting amazing sunsets, panoramic water views of Samish + Bellingham bay with Blanchard and Chuckanut in the background. Bring your toys or just enjoy the view. Located just steps from the public beach access you can enjoy clamming, kayaking, paddle boarding or just beach combing. There is also a regularly serviced Honey bucket at the park access. Bikes are a great option for exploring the island and the surrounding area including all that Edison has to offer just a few miles away. Site includes a designated parking space, two large decks with a pergola, gazebo, timber table, firepit and adirondack chairs for enjoying the view. we are best setup for tent campers w/ single vehicle, trucks w/ slide in campers, vans etc. We CANNOT accommodate travel trailers at this site! No power/water/bathroom facilities Friendly pets are welcome, please pick up after your furry friends and keep them on leash or long line *firewood/bikes/kayaks/paddle boards not provided The residence is not currently occupied and we are starting repairs and renovations on the back buildings later this year, so you may see me in/out some days as I base my construction business from the shop at the back of the property Please enjoy the private campsite area and refrain from exploring the back of the property or other buildings.
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The Lookout

2 sites ¡ RVs, Tents23 acres ¡ Clear Lake, WA
The Lookout is an amazing piece of property with elevations with expansive south facing views of Clear Lake, Rainier, Olympics, and the foothills of the Cascades. The site is perfect for sunsets, a launch pad to activities in Skagit Valley, and most importantly a private mountain bike flow trail (experts only at this time). More trails coming this fall! Check us out on IG @___the_lookout
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Saltgrass Garden

1 site ¡ Lodging5 acres ¡ Anacortes, WA
Join us in our cabin overlooking the saltwater at the mouth of Turner Bay. This is a family property with the host on site in the main house. The cabin is really cozy as we have an HVAC system so you can stay warm in the winter months, and cool in the summer. The unique property allows for many fun outdoor activities such as hiking, kayaking, crabbing; and fishing (seasonal), Birding, bicycling and playing on the beach, high tide twice a day brings in all sorts of wildlife as well as the occasional message in a bottle. For small craft (kayak or canoe) boating from here the most accurate tide chart is La Conner Wash. There must be a high tide to get in or out of our little bay. https://tidesandcurrents.noaa.gov/noaatidepredictions.html?id=9448558 We are located very close to many amenities. Some of which you need to call ahead to arrange. For instance, rock climbing, or kayak rentals. You will find the Swinomish Casino and golf course within two miles. Or spend time exploring the little shops and local entertainment in the small towns of Anacortes and La Conner. You can also take a day trip to the San Juan Islands by taking a scenic ferry ride out of Anacortes. While you're here you may meet our pup Turner, or our cats Poly and Minnie, we also have several chickens that provide us with eggs most of the time. Also on the property are your hosts Jeri and Nancy, as well as our handyman Shawn who lives in a retro build bus at the north end. Saltgrass boasts beautiful flowers, vegetable gardens, fruit trees, and yes, the Bay. We try to live harmoniously with the land. We would love to share our space with you! Our property has hosted many events, such as weddings, family reunions, company picnics, a music festival, and life celebrations. If you are interested, please let us know. We are always evolving our land to share with others.
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High Bluff

12 sites ¡ RVs, Tents13 acres ¡ Bellingham, WA
High Bluff Campgrounds are situated on 13 acres of pure nature. Offering 8 camp sites suitable for tenting and campers, and 3 RV sites with water and electrical hook ups. Each camp site has a firepit with cooking grill top, and a picnic table. Enjoy a complimentary bundle of firewood upon your arrival. The camp sites have community potable water, portable toilets, and power. Large Chuckanut boulders lie on the mountain side surrounded with large cedar and alder trees. Just minutes to Old Fairhaven and downtown Bellingham, but yet tranquil and private. Lake Samish is also 5 minutes away for swimming and boating. Galbraith and Squires Mountain are close by for the mountain bike community! Also new this year is our own private hiking trail to High Bluff. This advanced hiking trail is a challenging jaunt to magnificent views of Lake and surrounding mountains.
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Rivers Grace

16 sites ¡ RVs, Tents12 acres ¡ Sedro Woolley, WA
Welcome to Rivers Grace, a hidden oasis nestled along the picturesque banks of the Skagit River! Situated just a stone's throw away from the Hwy 9 Bridge, this tranquil retreat offers a unique blend of convenience and natural beauty. As you stand beneath the towering cottonwood trees, gazing across the river, you'll be immersed in a serene ambiance that feels like a world away from the bustling town nearby. The sight of trees stretching as far as the eye can see, along with the presence of resident animals, creates a peaceful atmosphere that will transport you to a place of tranquility. Despite its secluded feel, Rivers Grace benefits from its close proximity to town, offering a myriad of amenities and activities to enhance your stay. Whether you're here to admire the vibrant tulips, embark on thrilling hikes up Baker, explore the adventurous trails of Walker Valley, or embark on an exploration of the beautiful San Juan Islands, Rivers Grace serves as the perfect home base for your adventures throughout the year. To ensure your comfort, Rivers Grace provides restroom facilities with flushing toilets and running sinks. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and fire pit, complete with cooking inserts. Please note that no trees are to be cut down for firewood, so you may bring your own or we can provide it for you.
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Guemes Grown Farm

2 sites ¡ RVs, Tents10 acres ¡ Anacortes, WA
This is a 10 acre property on Guemes Island ( 5 minute ferry ride across the channel from downtown Anacortes), which is open pasture farm land and partly forested. Camping is available in the open horse pasture in direct sun or down in a natural occurring ancient gravel pit surrounded by trees. All the natural wonder that is Guemes Island is easily accessible from the property. Bike, hike, boat, paddle, fish, crab and have a great time!
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Greenstone Farm Camping

6 sites ¡ Lodging, RVs, Tents5 acres ¡ Mount Vernon, WA
Reserve your RV site, Dispersed tent camping, or Luxury Glamping tent vacation today! We cannot accommodate same day bookings. Quiet country location, gorgeous views of Mount Baker, horses pastured next door, eagles overhead. Trails in forest for your enjoyment. Close to North Cascades for Hiking, Big Lake for Water sports, Disc Golf, Walker Valley off road ATV park, and close to downtown Mount Vernon for amenities. One hour north of Seattle, one hour south of Vancouver, BC. RV parking on long flat driveway can accommodate large size rigs. Full Hookup available (20/30/50 Amp power, Potable water, (septic by arrangement). Guest Wi-Fi available. Maximum 13 night stay, no long term rental space available. Dogs welcome on leash or fenced at all times. Includes use of communal area to cook, outdoor washup sink, and access to fire pit with wood and fire starters available. We are a strictly non smoking site, except inside your rig. Glamping tent in the forest is 16 x 24 ft, with pillow top queen bed, kitchenette with refrigerator/microwave/drinking water/dishes, comfy seating and 8 foot covered deck. Access to full bathroom, cooking facility, communal fire pit, BBQ, Wi-Fi available, full electrical power in tent, woodstove in tent with wood provided. Not suitable for small children, and no pets allowed in tent. Walk in Campsites - choose your own place to spend the night on the open pasture or in our forest. 1 tent per reservation. In forest tent site is small, single tent for no more than 2 people recommended. Includes use of communal area to cook, use of picnic tables, Full bathroom and access to fire pit with free wood and firestarters. We do not allow in-car camping.
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Ducken Farm Camping

8 sites ¡ RVs, Tents10 acres ¡ Oak Harbor, WA
The campsite is situated in the old orchard on the historical Ducken Farm. It has distant ocean views, is surrounded by hay fields, and you can see the local cows in the adjoining pasture. It is 1/2 mile from the famous Deception Pass State Park and 1 mile from the Deception Pass Bridge and it's Spectacular Views.
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The Chuckanut Rock

1 site ¡ Lodging2 acres ¡ Edison, WA
Watch the sunset into the world famous San Juan Islands. Our property is located on the scenic Chuckanut Drive. It is a 15 minute walk to Taylor United's Seafood Bar that has beer and wine. You will need boots just below the knee, or hiking shoes that will get wet. The Creek crossing is a little deeper this year. You will also be crossing a muddy area for about 20 yards, you will sink about 3 inches into the mud. The hike into the campsite takes 12 minutes. You need to contact me to check the tides, as to be able to get to the campsite. We need to hike in below a 5 foot tide. Starting October, the campsite closes for winter. Again , this campsite is Tide dependent. The first question to me should be, What is the latest we can hike in? I am not Moses, I can’t part the sea.
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Lookout Arts Quarry Campground

12 sites ¡ RVs, Tents61 acres ¡ WA
The Lookout Arts Quarry is a rural forested arts center community, event venue, WWOOF host and permaculture playground dedicated to wetland restoration. We host international artist residencies, festivals, and, important for campers: the best fresh swimming hole around. This is a campground for more self-sufficient and adventurous folks who want an alternative experience. The forests of the LAQ house myriad art installations and treasures; check out the "Saloon" stage, the pirate ship, and then jump into the 80-foot deep rainwater lake! Bring paddle boards and floating toys 🤿🐬 lay out in the sun on the floating wooden dock, or squirrel away reading a book in a hammock hidden in dense forest. We guarantee a lovely and unique camping experience. We are located in the Coast Salish Region on the traditional territory of the Nuwhaha and Nooksack Peoples.
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Carson Creek Estate

5 sites ¡ RVs, Tents20 acres ¡ Bellingham, WA
Carson Creek Estate is set on 20 rural acres in the heart of Lake Samish. Mother Nature provides a stunning backdrop with a view of look out mountain. We offer meadows, creeks, trails and forest; which create a flexible outdoor space for camping.
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Full Circle Farm

4 sites ¡ RVs, Tents5 acres ¡ Coupeville, WA
Come enjoy camping amongst the tall cedars and evergreens. Take a 20 min walk, 3 min drive, or even ride your bike down to the Keystone beach. If you are lucky, you’ll get to watch the local OLF Navy fighter jets do their touch and go over head. The same ones you saw in the Top Gun movies! Play with the goats, watch the horses next door graze and gather eggs from the chickens in the garden. Once the orchard produces fruit, choose from Italian plums, apples, cherries, peaches, and pears. Hungry for local delicacies? Famous Penn Cove is just a few miles away where you can get world famous mussels. Gourmet restaurants such as Callen’s on the water, Gordon’s, and Front Street Grill are a must. Looking for pub food? Head down to Toby’s on the historic water front where Practical Magic was filmed! Grab your local coffee and fresh from scratch baked goods at Cedar & Salt Coffee House. Want to sight see or hike? Head to Ebeys bluff or Fort Casey just minutes away. End your stay with gift shops on historic front street. You won’t run out if things to do here in beautiful Coupeville!
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The best camping near Bay View State Park guide

Overview

About

Bay View State Park lives up to its name! A gorgeous park nestled among evergreen trees on Padilla Bay, there’s a quarter mile of saltwater shoreline in the park and several more boat launches and waterside trails on either side of it. Look around and see the Bay and San Juan Islands in one direction and the Olympia Mountain Range and Mount Washington in the other. Padilla Bay-by you light up life like nobody else! Much of Padilla Bay is a designated National Estuarine Sanctuary because of the unique mudflat habitat where the Skagit River meets the Salish Sea, which means you’ll find salmon, crabs, herring, clams, and all kinds of crazy worms, which attract birds, which attract humans who like to watch some and eat others. There are cabins and campsites for your fish and oyster feasts, but don’t get too excited, kegs aren’t allowed. Hey, why don’t you just go eat some hay, make things out of clay, lay by Padilla Bay? You just may! Whattaya say?

Notable campgrounds

  • Standard Campsites - Enjoy a classic camping experience with amenities close at hand.
  • Partial Hookup Sites - Ideal for those who prefer a few home comforts while surrounded by nature.
  • Group Camp - Perfect for larger gatherings, this camp accommodates up to 24 people in a tent-only area.

Tips for snagging a campsite

  • Book early to secure your spot, especially during peak season when campsites are in high demand.
  • Consider mid-week stays for better availability and a quieter camping experience.
  • Keep an eye on cancellation policies and check back regularly for newly available sites.
  • Explore nearby camping options to maximize your chances of finding the perfect site.

When to go

The best time to visit Bay View State Park is during the summer months when the weather is warm and the skies are clear, offering stunning views of the San Juan Islands. However, the park is open year-round from 8am to dusk, providing a unique charm each season. Winter visitors can enjoy the tranquility of the park without the crowds, though some amenities may be limited.

Know before you go

  • Always keep dogs on a leash and follow the park's pet policies to ensure a safe visit for everyone.
  • Check for burn bans and fire regulations before lighting any campfires in designated areas.
  • Remember, there are no lifeguards on duty, so swim with caution and supervise children near the water.
  • Be prepared for tidal influences at Padilla Bay, which can create large mudflats during low tides.
  • Accessible facilities are available, including campsites, restrooms, and trails, ensuring an inclusive experience for all visitors.

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