The best star host campgrounds near Ellensburg, Washington

Looking for the perfect camping experience near Ellensburg, Washington? Look no further than Hipcamp, the website with over 566 options specifically tailored to your accommodation preferences and location. With options as low as $25 per night and an average price per night of $50, you're sure to find something within your budget. For those seeking top-rated campsites, check out Bumps & Bruzas (333 reviews), The Arboretum at Bear Canyon West (227 reviews), and The Cedar River Retreat (181 reviews). Popular amenities include toilets, showers, and pet-friendly locations. And if you're into hiking, historic sites, or snow sports, you're in luck! Ellensburg, Washington has it all. Start planning your camping adventure today!

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking for the perfect camping experience near Ellensburg, Washington? Look no further than Hipcamp, the website with over 566 options specifically tailored to your accommodation preferences and location. With options as low as $25 per night and an average price per night of $50, you're sure to find something within your budget. For those seeking top-rated campsites, check out Bumps & Bruzas (333 reviews), The Arboretum at Bear Canyon West (227 reviews), and The Cedar River Retreat (181 reviews). Popular amenities include toilets, showers, and pet-friendly locations. And if you're into hiking, historic sites, or snow sports, you're in luck! Ellensburg, Washington has it all. Start planning your camping adventure today!

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Trinity Gardens Lavender Farm

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29mi from Ellensburg · 11 sites · RVs, Lodging · Quincy, WA

Walk through fields of lavender, relax under the pergola in the middle of the lavender fields and visit our Shoppe where we sell our handcrafted lavender based products. Frenchman Coulee Recreation Area is 2 miles away and the Gorge Amphitheater is 7 miles away. Concert Goers Welcome.

2. Flussfelsen Campground

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35mi from Ellensburg · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Peshastin, WA

Two RV sites with power and water hookups located on two and a half acres of beautiful creek-front land within minutes of Leavenworth. The two sites are adjacent to each other so renting both is a great option for large groups. Let the sound of Peshastin Creek lull you to sleep at night after a long day of fun in the Leavenworth area. Area attractions include tubing, hiking, climbing, mountain biking, whitewater rafting, skiing, and shopping. The campground is a quick 15 minutes from downtown Leavenworth on year-round plowed roads. Both campsites are complete with water as well as 30A power hookups, and a fire pit. Feel free to take a dip in the creek to cool down! A port-a-potty is also available for use by guests and is refreshed weekly.

3. Buck Meadows

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9.9mi from Ellensburg · 6 sites · RVs, Lodging · Thorp, WA

This property has been in the Buck family for 70+ years and has always been a great place for our family to come and work, relax and enjoy ourselves. We decided to start sharing this beautiful land with people wanting to “get away from it all”. This land has great sentimental value and is shared with an abundance of wildlife. Please enjoy your stay but respect our family home.

4. Naches RV resort Retro Cabin

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18mi from Ellensburg · 1 site · Lodging · Selah, WA

Miranda's farm excited to open a new Retro cabin. We located in Naches Luxury RV Resort, Selah WA. While we have added modern touches throughout, Retro cabin is an absolutely pristine retro masterpiece, and you will love it. You will back to 50's time! The kitchen of the cabin is amazing, equipped with new Classic style appliances, you will enjoy having meals at our retro diner table. Bring your favorite vinyl records to play at our 50's record player. Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish place. Naches RV Resort located 20 min from Yakima, WA. Its brand-new resort with beautiful mountain views, clubhouse and swimming pool are still under construction. We got Tennis ball play area, kids' playground, dogs unleased running area. The cabin build in 2023 and its 400sft but feels spacious, we got 2 queen size beds (very comfortable). One bedroom on the main level and 2nd on the top loft (fun for kids). Kitchen is fully stocked with coffee, tea, toaster, coffee maker, blender, microwave, tea pot. We use propane gas for a stove, new pots and pans for guests to use. On the porch you will find retro cooler for your coke and beers (bring ice). Cabin equipped with a/c/heater unit, there is Wi-Fi available. We got smart tv's, you can watch Netflix, Amazon Prime for free, also there is plenty other channels. And the main feature of the cabin is 50's vinyl records player (updated with Bluetooth). You will enjoy drinking coffee with a beautiful mountain view. Also, there is picnic table and firepit chairs. You can bring your own propane firepit or rent from the office ($20). Our Outdoor activities: -The cooler season brings fun-filled times of snow & amp, recreation for the whole family. From skiing to snowshoeing, then come warm up in Retro cabin White Pass is only 45 minutes away. -Naches RV Resort is in the heart of a hunter's paradise, offering big game hunting of elk, deer, and even big horn sheep, as well as birds, waterfowl. -Some of WA State’s premier rock climbing and mountaineering destinations are within minutes of Naches RV Resort. -120 wineries and five American Viticulture Areas (AVA’s) provide MUCH to explore for the wine enthusiast. The Yakima Valley is home to 17,000 acres of vineyards, produces over half of Washington State’s wine grapes. -The Yakima Greenway, which starts two miles from the Resort, provides 20 miles of paved pathway through parks, wineries and a variety of wildlife sanctuaries. -The Yakima Valley farms over 75% of our nation’s hops, so you can be sure there are plenty of local craft beers to try! -Rimrock Lake is only 30min away, you can take boat, swim or fishing there, very beautiful views.

5. Swiftwater Farm Entiat WA

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49mi from Ellensburg · 4 sites · Tents, RVs · Entiat, WA

Two plus acres located on the beautiful Entiat River, this small hobby farm has a large open area for relaxing, playing volleyball, gathering around the bon fire pit, reading in the hammock, playing on the kids' toy, or enjoying the Entiat River at the private beach. This is the perfect base for the outdoor enthusiast with nearby hunting, fishing, hiking, boating, biking, or just relaxing on site. Have the privacy of country living, with close access to the Entiat Ranger District with extensive trails, or the Columbia River, Lake Chelan, and the Wenatchee River. You will share the property with the owner and activities must be family friendly. Camper van and tent friendly. Must be fully self-contained except delicious well water is available. The top of the private dirt driveway is steep. There is a friendly Saint Bernard dog, a goat, and cat on site. Farm fresh milk, eggs, fruit, veggies, to go wood bundles, homemade bread and treats may be available for purchase depending on the season. Goat petting may be available depending on the goats' mood. :-) If homesteading interests you, farm tours of multiple different small family homesteads are possible with proper notice. Come enjoy the country and meet our close-knit community.

Stories from the community

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Jeremy

September 2025

25 ft Class A

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Buck Meadows

Such a beautiful place, very well maintained and Brynn is very friendly and welcoming!

Bon Fire Pit, Feline Lookout, & Our Old Goat

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Jessica

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Swiftwater Farm Entiat WA

Beautiful site! Tracy is so kind. She checked on us daily to see if we needed anything. The tent site is beautiful, soft, and sheltered. The river is absolutely magical. The stars are unmatched. And her dog is just the best. 10/10 spot :)

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Mark

September 2025

30 ft Class C

1 night at Trinity Gardens Lavender Farm

Great place Dave and Julie are great host. Clean campsites.

Another site. Super secluded. Beautiful!

Erika

September 2025

20 ft travel trailer

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Buck Meadows

We love Buck Meadows and have been camping here for years. The site is private and picturesque yet located quite close to town. The sites are ready-to-go with a fire pit, table, garbage, and benches/chairs, so it is easy to roll in with your tent and enjoy the space immediately. Brynn is always very receptive and helpful, and we can't wait to come back again!

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Kiana

August 2025

3 nights at Buck Meadows

We loved camping in Boxcar Annie! It had all the modern conveniences and was sparkling clean. The land was well maintained, quiet, and a short walk from the river. The outdoor patio and propane fire pit was a wonderful surprise and put to use nightly. The host was very responsive and so nice. Would definitely come here again!

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Chelsey

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Trinity Gardens Lavender Farm

Exactly what we needed for one night’s stay during Labor Dave Weekend! Less than 10 minutes (without traffic) from the venue. Would stay again!

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Kate

August 2025

44 ft travel trailer

With kids

4 nights at Buck Meadows

Another amazing visit to Buck Meadows! My family always loves staying here. It’s a beautiful property with great trails along the river. The host, Brynn, is always great about checking in to see if we need anything. I highly recommend camping here!

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Liz

August 2025

20 ft travel trailer

With pets

1 night at Trinity Gardens Lavender Farm

Great place to camp! Fantastic, helpful and responsive host. Close proximity to the Gorge Amphitheater. Beautiful property. Thank you so much for having us!

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Paul

August 2025

16 ft car

With kids

Weekend Trip to Swiftwater Farm Entiat WA

Spend 4 days and 3 nights at Swiftwater. Tracy is an amazing host. She is very friendly and at the same time not intrusive at all. The Riverside beach is great and provided plenty of shade and sand for the kids to have a great time. The camp is conveniently located near Lake Entiat, Leavenworth, Wenatchee, and Chelan. I cannot recommend this site enough.

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Natalie

August 2025

24 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Buck Meadows

After a recon mission to Teanaway and Taneum, I stumbled upon Brynn’s property and knew this was the perfect place for my family’s very first camping trip. The sites are private and extremely easy to access. It’s peaceful, fun, and truly the perfect place to kick back, relax, and enjoy some time outdoors. Our kiddo was able to ride his bike, run around, go on the paddle boat, throw rocks in the river, and even got to meet Fudge, Tootsie, Salt & Pepper (Brynn’s goats and lambs)! We only live 15 minutes away and felt like we were able to really “get away from it all.” The location is perfect for a quick weekend away or an extended stay if you’re traveling. I can’t say enough about Brynn - she’s accommodating, helpful, engaged, and checks on you to make sure everything is going well. We are grateful to cross paths and will 100% be returning very soon! 1000/10 stars!

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Shelby

August 2025

23 ft Class B

With pets

Weekend Trip to Buck Meadows

What a great property! We booked dukes and huckleberry for a family/friends trip and it was so fun exploring, dipping in the river (carefully), putzing around on the pond, and riding bikes around the field area to and from the sites. We’ll definitely be back!

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Tim

August 2025

23 ft travel trailer

3 nights at Buck Meadows

Brynn and Bob are amazing hosts! They go above and beyond to take care of their guests. The property is beautiful and easy to get to.

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Mark

July 2025

42 ft Class A

3 nights at Trinity Gardens Lavender Farm

Just about perfect. The lavender farm is a lovely place to be. The spot is just as advertised and the hosts are just good people. No dramas, no complications, no complaints. We'll be staying there again.

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Jonathan

July 2025

30 ft fifth wheel

With kids

3 nights at Buck Meadows

The kicking horse flats site felt very private, and our host was wonderful.

Crystal

July 2025

27 ft Class C

With pets

3 nights at Buck Meadows

Relaxing and quiet area to spend some time. My kids loved the pond and the paddle boat. Easy to relax and enjoy the day here. The river is beautiful but was high and fast (in June). We would like to go back later in the season to see it when the river is lower. Be prepared for mosquitoes during the evening and early mornings.

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Chris

July 2025

21 ft campervan

With pets

Weekend Trip to Buck Meadows

Nice big spots, close to the river. Very nice hosts.

Sheila

July 2025

18 ft travel trailer

2 nights at Flussfelsen Campground

This was a great camp spot! So glad to have found it. Wish we could’ve had friends join us since it was a perfect spot for two side by side trailers. We’ll be back

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Lisa

July 2025

14 ft travel trailer

With pets

2 nights at Buck Meadows

Brynn met us at the gate and was most welcoming. Our 15 month old pup practiced her newly acquired swimming skills in the pond and tried to sit still when in the princess paddle boat:). We had so much privacy here by the river, it was difficult to leave but as Brynn had pointed us in the direction of a great bakery in Cle Elum… we felt obliged to venture out for cinnamon bread and pastries! We will definitely be back here to escape the I-90 grind on our long road trips. Next time we will add another day or two here to savor the journey.

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Sara

July 2025

34 ft Class A

With pets

4 nights at Buck Meadows

Beautiful, peaceful property. Definitely can accommodate large RVs with no issue. Campsites have a nice firepit with benches and a couple chairs, and a nice sturdy picnic table. Brynn was available when needed, and very responsive. Otherwise we were just able to chill on our own. My family lives nearby and came to hang out and my preteen nephews enjoyed the pedal boat on the pond. Tons of space to walk around, and play outdoor games. It is Thorp, so expect breezy days (there is a reason why they have windmills on the ridge above the river). Also the camp is next to the Yakima River, a pond, and some small creeks, so be prepared for mosquitos. They were very happy for fresh skin when we first arrived and were getting set up. Brynn was kind to drop by a mini bug zapper and some spray. We will definitely stay here again! Thanks, Brynn and Bob!

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Donna

July 2025

18 ft campervan

Weekend Trip to Swiftwater Farm Entiat WA

It's a nice place with a very pleasant hostess. We would go again.