The best dog-friendly RV campgrounds near Lake Tapps, Washington

If you're looking for RV camping near Lake Tapps, Washington that allows pets, Hipcamp has over 2,000 options to choose from. The Landing at Index WA (597 reviews), Unique Bay Front Camping (404 reviews), and Four Directions Retreat (300 reviews) are some of the top-reviewed campsites in the area. With popular amenities like potable water, pets, and showers, and exciting activities like off-roading (OHV), biking, and whitewater paddling, you're sure to find the perfect spot for your next adventure. Prices start as low as $5 per night, with an average price of $50 per night.

96% (8.9K)

Top-rated campgrounds

If you're looking for RV camping near Lake Tapps, Washington that allows pets, Hipcamp has over 2,000 options to choose from. The Landing at Index WA (597 reviews), Unique Bay Front Camping (404 reviews), and Four Directions Retreat (300 reviews) are some of the top-reviewed campsites in the area. With popular amenities like potable water, pets, and showers, and exciting activities like off-roading (OHV), biking, and whitewater paddling, you're sure to find the perfect spot for your next adventure. Prices start as low as $5 per night, with an average price of $50 per night.

96% (8.9K)

Top-rated campgrounds

1. Country Refuge Close to City

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32mi from Lake Tapps · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Yelm, WA

Offering a lovely, personal campsite area surrounded by beautiful trees nestled in the back of a ranch with horses (and chickens) just on the outskirts of the small, charming town of Yelm. (In some of the pictures you will see the horses in the area of the camp, but whenever there are campers they will not be turned out there.) There is 20 amp electric (which can safely power a 30 amp rv unless you run too many things at once) and water (hose). There is a porta-potty and a shower shed with a tankless water heater for your convenience. We also offer the option of a small bunk room in the barn. Heated and cooled (fan) with a small "kitchen" area, it has a pull out futon which sleeps 2 and requires you supply your own bedding and towels. 1 Hour to Mt. Rainier National Park. 1 1/2 hours to Olympia National Park. 2 1/2 hours to Mt. St. Helens. 1 hour to Seattle. Close to Puget Sound and loads of nature spots. Local hiking and fishing aplenty. Our property is surrounded by nature, yet only a 5 minute drive into town where you will find charming shops, restaurants, cafes and coffee houses. There is also a fabulous movie theater. And only 15 minutes to the Red Wind Casino. There is a railroad track next to the property, but it is only used on Tues. and Thurs. between 10 am and 1 pm when a short train passes by and then returns. Rarely, it may have an additional passing but not often and it has never run after dark or early morning. (It is a military train so pretty punctual). (Also, as we are only a 5 acre property, we are close enough to roads that you may hear some traffic. They are county roads though and not highly traveled for the most part.) **Trigger Warnings: We are near the military base of JBLM and so you will occasionally hear their military doings. Country neighbors occasionally do some target practice, so you may hear some shooting. As we are a horse property, we will also require that everyone sign a release of liability waiver and will require all adults to show legal ID upon arrival. * We require a completed profile with a picture before we accept a booking.

2. The Happy Horse Farm

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18mi from Lake Tapps · 9 sites · Tents, RVs · Lakewood, WA

**Immediate availability for long term RV tenant.** Monthly discount available. Property is a 5-acre gated horse farm surrounded by wooded military property on 3 sides. Conveniently located 10 mins from Tacoma, 20 mins from Olympia. Just 5 mins to Starbucks/coffee and grocery stores but far enough away from the city so it feels more secluded. American Lake and Spanaway Lake (and their parks with playgrounds) for swimming and paddle boarding are both just 5 mins away! The owner lives on site, as well as several horses, chickens, and a dog. Large stone fire pit with chairs near house is available for camper use. Paddle board rental and bicycles for use on property or trails! Set-up your tent anywhere within the horse paddocks - there are no specific sites, although there is a small fire pit and rustic bench seating at far back corner of property. Tents can be outside of horse areas as well, if preferred. RV dry camping anywhere within or outside horse areas. For RVs needing dedicated electrical/water hookup, there are specific sites closer to the house. ***If you are travelling with more than one vehicle, please purchase an car extra parking spot.*** Only four 30amp RV spots are available and are most easily accessible for RVs under 30'. Standard 110volt outlets can also be available for RV use. Woodbrook Hunt Club, the oldest fox hunting club west of the Mississippi, is a neighbor so lots of horseback riding goes on in the neighborhood. (Dragged scent only, no live foxes are harmed.) Private horseback riding lessons or guided trail rides available by reservation only, subject to weather and owner availability. Use of military trails adjacent to property for hiking and bike riding subject to open land usage and permitting by military base. Happy HipCamping! 😊

3. Hood Canal Acres

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47mi from Lake Tapps · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Brinnon, WA

Beautiful getaway on a perfectly-located property only minutes to all the best that Hood Canal and the Olympic Peninsula have to offer! Gated entry to 6 private acres on a bluff above the water. Campsites are in a quiet and secluded back corner of the property bordered by state park forest on one side and protected conservation forestland on the other. Minutes away from beaches, several state parks, waterfalls and rivers with amazing swimming holes, the Olympic National Forest, Hama Hama, Pleasant Harbor Marina, and more. Hosted by a long-time local resident who is happy to help with tips, suggestions and anything you need to make your adventure amazing. Ask about our private chartered boat tours and crabbing afternoons! Complete privacy in large, flat, graveled campsites with water and 30-amp electricity at each. Private pathways to central toilet only 20 yards away. Parking for small to medium sized cars along with a tent in the campsites, or make room for two large tents by parking vehicles and walking in (only 30-40 yards). Sites can fit small campers like Sprinter vans or the like, and even small trailers in two.

4. Savannah RV Oasis

24mi from Lake Tapps · 6 sites · RVs, Lodging · Gig Harbor, WA

Spacious Gig Harbor property RV pad faces a beautiful 7 acres of natural forest. Located just northwest of Gig Harbor downtown on hwy 16 off Burnham exit. The RV pads are private next to a recently built farmhouse. Within walking distance to Sehmel park. It is a decent sized lot with reasonable parking. **Ideal place**

5. The Arboretum at Bear Canyon West

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46mi from Lake Tapps · 12 sites · RVs · Cinebar, WA

This is a gorgeous park-like RV campground situated between the trees of the arboretum. No tents, please. Also we have NO public restrooms. Beautiful view of the mountains and forests here in western Washington. We are close to Mt. St. Helens and Mt. Rainier and several lakes. There are walking trails all around the site. The 12 acre campground is located on a 136 acre property that is an active Christmas tree farm. Trails continue throughout the tree farm. Many trails have a view of the Tilton River, which can be reached via a challenging 3/4 mile trail. Sites are on 10 acres planted with many different species of trees that are about 30 years old. Giant Redwoods, Cedars, and Maples are just a few of the varieties present. Part of the farm is still a working Christmas tree farm. The trails are wide and grassy. The old logging road that we use as a trail to the river has an elevation change of about 500 feet, the trail can be quite challenging. Bear Creek empties into the Tilton river at the end of the trail. There is an ART GALLERY where you can learn to pound flowers, see the host's artwork and get a cup of coffee! This is upstairs above the shop, right on the property. Tilton River Studio Gallery. Three sites have electrical hookups. Every site has a water spigot (use a pressure regulator if you want to hook up). No restrooms or sewer hookups. Garbage disposal site available Memorial Day to Labor Day. We look forward to hosting you!

Public campgrounds near Lake Tapps

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Saltwater Campground

12mi from Lake Tapps · 45 sites · Tents, RVs · in Saltwater State Park

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Dash Point Campground

13mi from Lake Tapps · 132 sites · Tents, RVs · in Dash Point State Park

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Kanaskat-Palmer Campground

14mi from Lake Tapps · 52 sites · Tents, RVs · in Kanaskat-Palmer State Park

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Evans Creek Campground

23mi from Lake Tapps · 46 sites · Tents, RVs · in Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest

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Blake Island Campground

26mi from Lake Tapps · 46 sites · Tents, RVs · in Blake Island Marine State Park

Stories from the community

You can see the back of the barn from this spot.

Andy

3 weeks ago

30 ft travel trailer

With pets

2 nights at Country Refuge Close to City

We had a wonderful experience staying at Traci and Khris's property. All the communications after we made the reservation were clear and directions and instructions simple. Traci was there to check us in and help get set up. The property is beautiful and quiet with horses and chickens nearby. We stayed there in our travel trailer while doing a kitchen remodel nearby but look forward to going back when we can relax under the beautiful trees around the firepit! Definitely recommend!!

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william

September 2025

20 ft campervan

1 night at The Arboretum at Bear Canyon West

This will be an odd review because I have not been to the site yet. I made a reservation for earlier in September but then had difficulty getting my van back from an up fitter. I could not make my previously paid for reservation, but Barb has been absolutely terrific!! I stayed in touch with her and let her know what my troubles were and she has been an angel. I will be getting there within the next three days, Lord willing, and I am certain beyond any doubt that my stay there will be extra extraordinary. These are class ass people. Not nearly enough of them to go around. Wm. Snyder

Natural beauty and park like beauty all on the same property.

Chris

September 2025

27 ft pop-up camper

With pets

Weekend Trip to The Arboretum at Bear Canyon West

Barb and Terry's property is becoming a home away from home for us, our family, and dear friends. We finally toured Barb's art studio this visit and we were blown away by her talent and the history she's shared. If you get the chance please check it out and try to find time to talk with Barb. She's a wealth of knowledge and full of incredible stories.

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Jonell

September 2025

20 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to The Arboretum at Bear Canyon West

We’ve stayed here twice! It’s amazing as always. One of the most relaxing, beautiful places out there.

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Darcie

September 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Hood Canal Acres

Tom’s land was serene, beautiful & we were visited by one of the resident owls. 🦉 Provided a clean out house and having water at the campsite was so helpful! It was a beautiful view from the blast as well. Tom was communicative and helpful and we really enjoyed our stay! Highly recommend!

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Ann

September 2025

27 ft Class C

Weekend Trip to The Arboretum at Bear Canyon West

A lovely, vast, serene camping experience . Barb, an artist, was a wonderful, attentive hist. Will definitely be back again when we are in yhe area.

Linda

September 2025

22 ft travel trailer

With pets

2 nights at The Arboretum at Bear Canyon West

Beautiful, private, large, well kept campsites! The view of the hills is stunning in the early morning fog.

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Hannah

September 2025

24 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to The Arboretum at Bear Canyon West

Barb and Terry have a beautiful property with fantastic campsites. They are friendly and responsive. We had a blast at the yellow site!

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Danielle

September 2025

22 ft Class C

With pets

Weekend Trip to The Arboretum at Bear Canyon West

The campsite was amazing! There were two sites nearby but it still felt very quiet and private. The whole land is very large and my dog had a blast playing within the fenced dog yard. The river trail was also fun to hike. A little cold to swim but my dog had no complaints wading. We also bought amazing honey from their local bee farm. The only things we had complaints about was not about what they could control: our neighbors had their dogs off-leash and one of their dogs pooped near our site, and the gunshots that could be heard pretty close by spooked our dog. But overall highly recommend!

Looking South from with Shady Grove site.

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Jimmy

September 2025

25 ft pop-up camper

Weekend Trip to The Arboretum at Bear Canyon West

Camped here in our tent trailer. The Shady Grove spot was nice and fairly private from the other areas. They have their campground well laid out and kept nice. Grass is green and well kept in each site.

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Abigail

September 2025

27 ft travel trailer

With kids

Weekend Trip to The Arboretum at Bear Canyon West

We love Barb and Terry's campground! This was our 2nd trip this summer. The site is beautiful and majestic. It is so calm and relaxing. The hike to the river is really fun and the river is so fun! We will be back again for sure!

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Heidi

September 2025

34 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to The Arboretum at Bear Canyon West

We love camping here so peaceful, private and relaxing ! Terry and Barb are great people and host they make you feel welcomed and make sure your stay is everything you wanted. The coyote cabin site is great for a group or just a family . Cabin is a wonderful added feature to hang out in or have family sleep in . Make sure to stop in and see Barbs art it is beautiful and get a thing of the honey so delicious.

Brandon

September 2025

15 ft pop-up camper

With pets

4 nights at The Arboretum at Bear Canyon West

We’ve lost track of how many times we’ve stayed here, and it never disappoints. Our family is always excited to visit, and it’s such a peaceful way to step away from the busyness of life. This spot continues to set the standard for what Hipcamp is all about.

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Tim

August 2025

24 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to The Arboretum at Bear Canyon West

Always a great time at Barb and Terry’s and they’re such kind people.

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Sarah

August 2025

26 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to The Arboretum at Bear Canyon West

We loved camping at The Arboretum! What a gorgeous spot and the walk down to the river was well worth the trek back up! We will definitely come again!

Susie

August 2025

24 ft travel trailer

With pets

3 nights at The Arboretum at Bear Canyon West

This was our 2nd time camping here this summer but first time in the blue site. We really loved the site. It is very spacious and surrounded by trees, as all the sites are. The property is lovely, as are the hosts! We will be back again next summer!

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Jonny

August 2025

21 ft campervan

Weekend Trip to The Happy Horse Farm

Safe and simple, but there was some confusion between the guests on which 1 of the 6 spots we each reserved on the app. Maybe it's purposeful but I wished each was numbered.

Jennifer

August 2025

28 ft Class B

2 nights at The Arboretum at Bear Canyon West

Such a beautiful location. Barb and Terry are excellent hosts and the property is very well taken care of. We will definitely be coming back again.

Erika

August 2025

Tent

With pets

3 nights at Hood Canal Acres

We loved our stay here! The spot is super close to the many different beaches, and we had the best time paddle boarding and watching all the local wildlife. Having power and water right at the site was such a nice bonus, it made things really easy and comfortable. Getting in with our little teardrop trailer was no problem at all, and the host was fantastic quick to respond and really helpful. Couldn’t have asked for a better experience. We’ll definitely be back!