The best star host campgrounds near Fort Lewis, Washington

Looking for a camping adventure near Fort Lewis, Washington? Look no further than Hipcamp, where you'll find over 1100 options to suit your accommodation and activity preferences. Whether you're into wildlife watching, surfing, or hiking, there's something for everyone. With options starting as low as $20 per night and an average price of $50 per night, you can find the perfect campsite that fits your budget. Check out top campsites like Four Directions Retreat (300 reviews), Bumps & Bruzas (333 reviews), and Maple Creek Outfitter Campsites (263 reviews) for tried-and-true options. Plus, enjoy popular amenities like toilets, cooking equipment, and the ability to bring your furry friends along.

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Looking for a camping adventure near Fort Lewis, Washington? Look no further than Hipcamp, where you'll find over 1100 options to suit your accommodation and activity preferences. Whether you're into wildlife watching, surfing, or hiking, there's something for everyone. With options starting as low as $20 per night and an average price of $50 per night, you can find the perfect campsite that fits your budget. Check out top campsites like Four Directions Retreat (300 reviews), Bumps & Bruzas (333 reviews), and Maple Creek Outfitter Campsites (263 reviews) for tried-and-true options. Plus, enjoy popular amenities like toilets, cooking equipment, and the ability to bring your furry friends along.

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1. Secluded Olympic Cabin ☜(ﾟヮﾟ☜)

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44mi from Fort Lewis · 1 site · Lodging · Brinnon, WA

Incredible location! This sweet cabin is nestled at the base of Mt. Jupiter, directly between Dosewallips beach and the Olympic national Park. There's lots of gorgeous, mossy maples, shaggy cedars, and elk herds roaming free. The Cabin is easily accessible from the road, and has parking available. There's a secluded fire pit behind the cabin with a seasonal stream running by. Its a relaxing place to hang out for a few days, and/or excellent basecamp to explore the amazing forests, mountains, and beaches nearby. Also, there's lots of great foraging to be done (nettles, mushrooms, and oysters; oh my!) GPS LOCATION: When driving to the cabin, your GPS will tell you that 'your destination is on the left'. This is a lie. The cabin will be on the right. There is a metal gate that is closed with a chain but not locked. CABIN LAYOUT AND SLEEPING AMENITIES: The Cabin is just a little guy; only 16'x20'. There is a kitchen, living room, and dining room area, and the bathroom is a separate room - we call it our 'studio cabin'. We have a fold out couch for which we provide linens, pillows, and a comforter. There is also an inflatable mattress that is a tight squeeze, but can allow for four people to sleep (with a little furniture rearranging). There is a deck that is large enough for a two person tent that would also make a four person camp-out comfortable. All linens and towels are stored in the trunk and the bathroom cabinet. There is a 4' round dining room table with four chairs and a small table on the porch with two more chairs. All the cushions for the chairs are in a cabinet under the table inside. ACCESSIBILITY: Unfortunately, the cabin is not wheelchair accessible. There are 5 stairs up to the deck and the bathroom door is only 27" wide. SURROUNDING AREA: There are small trails leading away from the cabin; do not walk down them! They lead to neighboring properties and I cannot guarantee that there won't be neighbors who would be very surprised by a stranger showing up on their land! There are lots of public trails only a few minutes drive in either direction from the property :) STOLEN LAND: This property is on stolen, indigenous land. If you are Coast Salish or Makah, please get in touch with me for a discounted stay.

2. Good 'Dose' of Relaxation

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45mi from Fort Lewis · 1 site · RV · Brinnon, WA

Property nestled above the Dosewallips River with tremendous views of Mt. Jupiter Ridge and the Dosewallips River. You will find numerous hikes in the Olympic National Forest within a short drive, a gorgeous waterfall and swimming hole within 5 minutes, parks, Whitney Garden & Nursery, boat launches, crabbing, clamming & oyster digging, wildlife watching, enjoying the Hood Canal, and much more! Or, just sit back and relax in tranquility, as the property sits at the end of a cul de sac just before entering national forest land. Be sure to leash your pets and keep a good eye, as there are wildcats, coyotes, and bears in the area. Learn more about this land: Pull your RV or trailer onto this lot and take in the beautiful southwestern view of Mt. Jupiter ridge and a peek-a-boo view of the Dosewallips River! Listen closely, and you will hear the sounds of the river below. The lot is equipped with power and water hookups! Please be aware the water hookup is near the main gate entrance and the power is about 40 feet apart, so you may need a long hose (see pic). Enjoy the view from the large deck, firepit, or picnic table overlooking the river, valley, and mountains. This lot is truly a little slice of heaven! Within a few minutes, find yourself at Rocky Brook falls (see pics) for a spectacular view and even a swim if you so please! Pleasant Harbor Marina (also shown in pics) also within 10 minutes! You will also find many hiking trails and parks nearby! There is weak cell service on the lot, so you may or may not be able to connect. I get 1-2 bars with Sprint. While this property is not very far off the Dosewallips road (35 mph), it is generally very quiet and peaceful. You may hear cars and motorcycles from time to time, but very faintly. The lot is at about 350 ft. elevation, so you may get noise traveling up the valley from the residential community below (to which I belong), such as dogs, people using chainsaws, etc. There is hunting allowed in the national forest, so you could potentially hear guns in the distance during the day, but that is rare. There are a few close neighbors, so please be respectful and quiet, especially in the evening. Please bring your own firewood when campfires are allowed and please do not forage for firewood on or around the property. Lastly, while the sightings have been few and rare, the neighbors have seen bears, cougars, coyotes, and bobcats near their homes and this property. So keep an eye on your children and pets, especially if off-leash (your pet of course!) The property also slopes a bit where the deck starts, so again, keep a close eye on the kiddos. You have a very good chance of seeing the local Roosevelt Elk that travel in huge herds around Brinnon (See pics). They sometimes lay down and hang out on the grass on the property! Make sure your pets have their flea and tick updates!

3. Wilderness Path

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38mi from Fort Lewis · 5 sites · Tents, RVs · Ashford, WA

Our rental property was once a mini Rail Road with full size locomotive's, train cars, pumper cars and more. My dad & grandpa layed all the tracks & put together the buildings in the 1970's. Once done my grandma sold tickets to the tourist and my grandpa ran the engine around the 7 acre oval track pulling a train car full of happy tourist through the woods over the train bridge and past the big water tower back to their vehicles so they could finish their journies with a drive to Mt. Rainier. There is a lot of history on this property for our family and we hope by sharing it with others they will be able to experience some fun here as well.

4. White Moth Lodge

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27mi from Fort Lewis · 1 site · Lodging · Port Orchard, WA

Nestled in the pine, fir, hemlock, and cedar trees in southeast Port Orchard, located only a 7 minute drive from the Southworth Ferry, and less than a 10 minute walk from Banner Forest Park (famous for its hiking and biking trails!) you’ll find White Moth Lodge; a quonset style glamping cabin located on more than 5 acres of forest, nestled in a small valley completely surrounded by trees. This enchanting glamping site has a cozy furnished 12x12 Quonset hut, a stone fire-pit with a lounging area, an extra 6 foot camping pad for an additional tent ( bring friends or kids!) and a 4 burner Webber grill in our outdoor grilling kitchenette- complete with running water and a provided filter. The site has a private outhouse bathroom with maintained composting toilet. Parking is available at the site or just down the lane at the barn. A Jackery 1000 battery power station, capable of running lights, small appliances, and charging phones or devices is provided for the duration of your stay. Wireless Internet is provided with an in-cabin router. Nearby attractions include launches for boating, beaches, shopping areas, and plenty of parks to hike and enjoy! Peace and quiet in the forest awaits! The cabin sleeps 2 but the additional pad can facilitate a 6x6 tent (you’ll have to bring your own) and two extra guests!

5. Cole's Cabin on Anderson Island

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6.3mi from Fort Lewis · 1 site · Lodging · Anderson Island, WA

Cute little wood cabin on a large, quiet lot, with covered porch looking out towards the water near the end of Cole's Point. Gravity fed fresh water at the sink on the porch. Inside, includes couch, queen bed, twin bed, fridge with chilled water, freezer, microwave. Nicely heated in winter and stays cool in summer. Sitting in comfy camp chairs on the covered porch can be magical during a spring rain. Outhouse with nightlight and composting toilet. Firepit with kindling and firewood in winter. (Summer fires are not allowed.) Short walk to the beach to the north. Short walk south to the edge of the Oro Bay as well. Kayaks can be rented on island. (Not related to the host.) Multiple hikes / walks within Jacob's Point, Andy's Marine Park, and 7 other parks on island. One wonderful little grocery store on island for fresh or incidental items along with one cafe, and one restaurant. The historic Johnson Farm and Museum can be a great place to sample island life from 100+ years ago. Pay extra for use of the twin electric bikes to ride the many quiet, scenic roads around the island. These roads can take you to the hikes, the store, cafe, or sample the sights like the 1928 ferry "Ocean City" slowly sinking into the mud in Oro Bay. There is often deer, hawks, eagles, coyotes, bunnies, and sometimes humpback or orca whales, all within sight of the cabin. It's a great place to escape the hectic pace of the city and enjoy the solitude interrupted only by the sound of the birds, and perhaps the distant trains about 3 miles away. Writer looking for a spot to focus on your next book? Reader wanting to finish a good book? Both are a perfect fit. Dogs are welcome but cannot run free due to the native animals that call the area home. The ferry is a 1 hour walk so cars are recommended. The Steilacoom ferry to Anderson Island leaves from the wonderful historic town of Steilacoom which is also well worth visiting. Want to add boating to your visit, reach out to South Sound Sailing Tours / Capt. Corey (360) 489-7476, CaptainCorey76@gmail.com .

Stories from the community

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Dakota

2 weeks ago

19 ft travel trailer

With pets

3 nights at Good 'Dose' of Relaxation

Will was a great host and has a great spot perched up on the hill. The space is very accessible and our two dogs had more than enough room to play and get all their energy out. We will definitely remember this spot the next time we are in the area.

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Ryan

2 weeks ago

Weekend Trip to Secluded Olympic Cabin ☜(ﾟヮﾟ☜)

Lovely as always! We came back after visiting a couple years ago and the cabin still proves to be a nice getaway. The new bed is a much-needed addition that we greatly appreciated!

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Vickie

3 weeks ago

19 ft campervan

1 night at Good 'Dose' of Relaxation

Beautiful spot! Arrived on Thanksgiving night to a soggy and foggy view but the next morning woke to blue skies and beautiful Mountain View’s! Plenty of space and the deck and fire pit (although weather prevented us from using) was a wonderful addition. Even though the location is amount neighbors and other homes, it felt very private and very quiet. The views can’t be beat! Would stay again.

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Ryan

November 2025

22 ft Class A

2 nights at Wilderness Path

We stayed here while visiting Rainier. Location was perfect, instructions easy to follow. Power and water easy to use with our RV. Would definitely stay here again if visiting Rainier

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Stormee

November 2025

With pets

4 nights at Secluded Olympic Cabin ☜(ﾟヮﾟ☜)

We had the COZIEST little getaway here. 😍 My husband and I really enjoyed being able to unplug from the world while on our honeymoon.

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Annette

November 2025

With pets

3 nights at Cole's Cabin on Anderson Island

If you like to camp in the winter, like to take your dog, and want a roof with a heater over your head, this is perfect! It was a perfect island adventure. Fred's special touches included easy access pottable water and dishwashing sink on the porch of the cabin, a clean/neat outhouse, a bug flap, heater, microwave, fridge, and COOKIES! We walked down to the beach, took a couple trips to beautiful parks, and enjoyed the views of the water from the cabin. We brought a tent/shelter and put it up for an extra "room" to enjoy the views and grilled cheese/tomato soup, hot cider, and apple crisp. We heard coyotes howling in the distance, owls hooting, saw deer, coyotes, and river otters. We truly had an island adventure we will always cherish and remember. Thank you Fred for providing us this opportunity!!

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Briauna

October 2025

Weekend Trip to Cole's Cabin on Anderson Island

I loved staying at Fred’s cabin! Truly had everything you need including an incredibly friendly and thoughtful host. It was quite stormy the weekend we stayed but it was perfectly cozy in the cabin with the little heater :) Fred even let us know when he heard about a nearby orca pod, we didn’t get to see them as they went on up to Tacoma, but he let us borrow his binoculars and told us all about the island and its animal sightings! 10/10 stay and weekend- hope to be back soon!

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Ezra

October 2025

16 ft car

1 night at Wilderness Path

Nice private space. Super close to park entrance.

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Sarah

October 2025

17 ft campervan

With pets

2 nights at Good 'Dose' of Relaxation

Will's campsite was absolutely magical, quiet, private, and peaceful. The deck with cafe lights was perfect for lounging in a hammock and doing yoga. We also really enjoyed the firepit and star-gazing! We will definitely be back here to camp again. Thank you, Will!

Charlie

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Wilderness Path

Conveniently close to Mt Rainier NP. Clean campsite, private because of trees around the spot. Calm.

Sander

October 2025

25 ft Class C

1 night at Wilderness Path

Crystal's land was an perfect place to visit Mount Rainier and it was an very private spot!

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Justin

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Wilderness Path

Was a great experience once again as I have now been here several times. Little bit on the cold side but came very prepared. The property is absolutely great. Will keep coming back whenever I can, and Crystal is a wonderful host. Highly recommend as always!

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September 2025

Weekend Trip to Secluded Olympic Cabin ☜(ﾟヮﾟ☜)

Great little minimalistic comfy cozy cabin. Great access to hiking, 4x4 trails, and small water front towns along Hood Canal. East to find. Easy to access, but private and secluded.

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Holly

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Wilderness Path

Amazing property, so peaceful and well organized!!

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Jamie

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Cole's Cabin on Anderson Island

We had a great experience staying at this cabin. It was cute, cozy, and easy to find. The beds were comfortable. We really appreciated having a fridge and sink, it made things a lot more convenient. The outhouse was clean and well-maintained. Fred was very friendly and welcoming, which added to the positive experience. Overall, a lovely place for a getaway. We’d definitely recommend!

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Tommy

September 2025

Tent

1 night at Wilderness Path

We enjoyed our stay at Wilderness Path campground. It was in a convenient location to the park and everything was as advertised. The owner Crystal was friendly and welcoming. We enjoyed 2 action packed days at Mt. Rainier and would recommend this campsite to anyone looking for a cozy place to set up camp.

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Courtney

September 2025

30 ft Class C

1 night at Good 'Dose' of Relaxation

Very very cool site! Wish we had more than one night here

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Sharon

September 2025

25 ft Class C

2 nights at Wilderness Path

Very nice place, all you need is there. Lovly host, easy yo communicate via app.

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Colette

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Cole's Cabin on Anderson Island

This was a first time visit. The ferry was charming and cabin was very clean and well appointed. There was a lot of consideration into comfort and ease of use. We enjoyed dinner at the lakeshore restaurant. Went for walks in the woods on the island and slept very peacefully.

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Kimber

September 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Cole's Cabin on Anderson Island

We enjoyed Cole's Cabin and equally appreciated Fred, the host, who was extremely personable, a wonderful conversationalist (thank you for the fun tidbits about the book/movie "The Art of Dancing In The Rain"), and went out of his way to make our stay positive, relaxing, and memorable...not to mention the delicious home-made brownies! We will be coming back to Anderson Island and Cole's Cabin in the future!