The best star host campgrounds near Lake Tapps, Washington

Looking to get outdoors and explore near Lake Tapps, Washington? With over 1200 options on Hipcamp, you can find the perfect camping spot to suit your preferences. Whether you're into biking, climbing, or whitewater paddling, there's something for everyone. Check out the top campsites with rave reviews: Four Directions Retreat (300 reviews), Bumps & Bruzas (333 reviews), and Cedar+Fern (258 reviews). Plus, enjoy popular amenities like potable water, trash facilities, and the option to bring your furry friends along. Prices start at just $20 per night, with an average price of $50. So pack your gear and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience!

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Looking to get outdoors and explore near Lake Tapps, Washington? With over 1200 options on Hipcamp, you can find the perfect camping spot to suit your preferences. Whether you're into biking, climbing, or whitewater paddling, there's something for everyone. Check out the top campsites with rave reviews: Four Directions Retreat (300 reviews), Bumps & Bruzas (333 reviews), and Cedar+Fern (258 reviews). Plus, enjoy popular amenities like potable water, trash facilities, and the option to bring your furry friends along. Prices start at just $20 per night, with an average price of $50. So pack your gear and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience!

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1. Secluded Olympic Cabin ☜(ﾟヮﾟ☜)

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48mi from Lake Tapps · 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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48mi from Lake Tapps · 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. The Landing at Index WA

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49mi from Lake Tapps · 9 sites · Tents, RVs · Index, WA

Welcome to The Landing at Index - located on the South Fork Skykomish River, in the western foothills of the Cascade Mountains, off of Highway 2. With 16 acres of beautiful, private woods and breathtaking views of Mt. Index, this is a wonderful getaway to kick back and relax after your day of adventures, or just to escape the city rush. This is a gated property, protected with a code, which you will be sent 24 hours before your arrival. The campsites are at the bottom of a long logging road so an SUV or AWD vehicle are preferable , especially during the wetter seasons. When the property was logged approximately 100 years ago they scooped out gravel from the river to make their roads in the area thus creating the back eddy pool along the beach. A rather peaceful setting, including the rushing sound of the river and the occasional whistle of a train. You will feel refreshed and rejuvenated after you stay at The Landing. Pets are welcome, there are private outhouses at each campsite. These outhouses are protected with a code, which is sent to you 24 hours before your arrival. Campfires are allowed (when burn bans are not in place).

4. The Glen - Olympic Peninsula RV

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47mi from Lake Tapps · 58 sites · RVs, Lodging · Hoodsport, WA

Right off the 101 fronting Hood Canal, this cozy motel and RV park is 1 mile from Hoodsport and just down the road from Lake Cushman. It sits 30 minutes from the entrance to Olympic National Park with easy access to Staircase Trailhead and Campground. A quick hour and forty minutes from Seattle and you can watch orcas breach, salmon swim, and bald eagles fly! Our crew is kind, facilities clean, and amenities are quality. Brand new benches at each site that also fold to become a table! Amenities include beach access, barbecue facilities, coin operated laundry, hiking trails, observation decks, grassy meadow, a guest clubhouse with showers, and a boat dock. Guests also have access to a hot tub, a picnic gazebo, and a communal lounge. There are several different types of RV sites ranging from creekside, pull throughs, and water views. All sites are FHU (full hookup) and there is wifi/internet on site for RV guest use.

5. Hood Canal Oyster Farm | Lilliwaup

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46mi from Lake Tapps · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Hoodsport, WA

You don't want to miss this truly unique location! Our 3 campsitesites sit just up the hill (0.4 miles) from US 101 and the beautiful shores of the Hood Canal, with semi-obstructed views of the water. I own and run Lilliwaup Oyster Farm just down the hill and across the 101 - you'll pass the workshop and processing building on your drive up to the sites. YES! We offer oysters to purchase, seasonally (September - June) and if you're feeling adventurous, take advantage of farm tour on the beach and harvest your own oysters straight from the farm to eat raw or grill up back at your campsite! *Please note - oyster farm tours require 1 week advance notice - let us know when you book if you're interested.* Campsites are located on a secluded hilltop just a half mile from the waterfront, surrounded by old growth trees, wildflowers, and the serene soundscape of the rushing creek straight from the the Olympic Mountains. Come rest and reconnect with yourself, your crew, and the elements. - Perfectly located for access to SCUBA diving sites and YSS Dive in Hoodsport. - Short drive away from local eatery favorites: Hama Hama Oyster Saloon, The Fjord Oyster Bank and Potlatch Brewery. - Close access to hiking trails for everyone: Olympic National Park Steps Entrance, Dosewallips, Duckabush State Parks, Upper and Lower Lena Lake trails, Mt. Walker, Rocky Brook Falls. - Set out on the Lilliwaup State Park Tidelands at low tide to harvest your own clams. - Eagle Creek at high tide is a perfect launch point for kayaking and paddle boarding (parking on the side of the 101) This is a winding, chip-sealed, mountain hillside - not ideal for longer length rigs. Most of the hillside is 6% grade, and the last few hundred yards up are at a 10%+ grade. Sites #1 and #2 are best suited for RVs (max 30' length) and include 50 amp hookups, (bring your own converter if you have a 30amp vehicle) potable water, and full sewer hookups. Site #3 is our tent camping site as it includes a step-down grassy flat terrace that can accommodate up to 4 tents comfortably, with 2 car max parking. Site 3 includes 30 amp + (2) 20 amp electric and potable water hookups. All sites have access to the onsite unisex restroom and access to the communal yard game play area.

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!

Site #2 sits directly adjacent to Site #1 and their border is delineated by the cedar fence on the left. Site #3, on the right of Site #2 is not open for reservations.

Michelle

3 weeks ago

21 ft Class B

Weekend Trip to Hood Canal Oyster Farm | Lilliwaup

We had a wonderful overnight stay at Jim's Hood Canal Oyster Farm. We originally booked site #2 but Jim contacted us prior to our arrival and invited us to stay at site #1 which became available. We were lucky to have the place to ourselves over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. All three sites are very well kept, peaceful, and private. The hookups worked perfectly, and our 21' class C RV had no issues with the short steep climb to the site. Site #1 is the largest and we loved the herb garden and table. I did notice that site #3 is more private and would have fit our RV with no issues. We hope to be back soon. We can't thank Jim enough for the absolutely delicious oysters from his farm.

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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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Michelle

3 weeks ago

26 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to The Glen - Olympic Peninsula RV

Super cute place staff was really friendly. Grounds were clean and well taken care of had nice little amenities and a cute clubhouse too. Can’t wait to go back!

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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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Kahiwahiwa

November 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Hood Canal Oyster Farm | Lilliwaup

This was our second time at this campsite in Lilliwaup! The location is great, it was quiet, the campsite & porta-potty were clean, and Jim was a great host. Since it was a wet weekend, he brought dry kindling to our site and made sure we were all set for the evening. We'll be back again!

View of Site 2 from the far side of the site. Both sites are gorgeous and huge - you honestly can't lose at The Landing!

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🐼Gage

November 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to The Landing at Index WA

Place was massive!!!! Clean out house and already came with grill at our site. HUGE family dinning table

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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!

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Allyson

October 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to The Landing at Index WA

Loved the site, will say be on the lookout though on wild animals as we had an overnight visit from some coyotes so keep that in mind for small animals if off leash. Only con is mainly a 1 way road once in property so when we arrived there was another vehicle trying to leave so caused some issues. Overall beautiful and clean worth the trip over!

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Laura

October 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to The Landing at Index WA

Wow! What a beautiful spot. Thanks for sharing your property with us. We hope to be back! The views are incredible!

R

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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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

Danielle

September 2025

15 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to The Landing at Index WA

The site was SO beautiful and spacious. There were tons of salmon swimming in the river, the access was easy, the outhouse was well equipped, and the check-in was smooth. Thank you!!

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Richard

September 2025

11 ft campervan

Weekend Trip to The Landing at Index WA

The whole place is fantastic. Up over a ridge and then down so well away from the highway. Look like all the campsites had easy access to the water. Campsite 6 is amazing with a permanent tent and outside cover area. Well stocked with a gas BBQ and utensils. Everything is well built and very well maintained. If the weather is iffy, this is the campsite to book. David is very responsive and a great guy. Five stars and we will be back. For large groups booking campsites 1 & 6 together would work well R

Ginger (& Greg)

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Hood Canal Oyster Farm | Lilliwaup

Site #3 was perfect for our first time camping using our sleeping platform in the back of our Forester with a Kelty caboose. There was plenty of space! There was a big wooden spool we could use as a table. Although we didn’t tent camp in the additional open clearing, we did sit there to enjoy our coffee the next morning. It was very quiet except for the chipping of birds and sound of a nearby stream. The porta potty was very clean! Jim was very responsive. We will definitely be back.

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Drew

September 2025

22 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Good 'Dose' of Relaxation

This place is truly a slice of paradise! It’s extremely intimate and BEAUTIFUL. The property is kept very clean and it’s such an easy set up. We will 100% be back.

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Lindsey

September 2025

20 ft campervan

Weekend Trip to The Glen - Olympic Peninsula RV

The Glen was even better than expected! The booking was easy and the staff were SO friendly and helpful. Our site was clean, easy to find and easy to access. There were so many amenities I didn’t even know to expect! I already recommended it to friends traveling out here.

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Kelly

September 2025

26 ft Class B

Weekend Trip to The Glen - Olympic Peninsula RV

Wonderful place with great sites that have all services available. Great family game area, pool table in the beautiful lobby and a hot tub that has great views of the Hood Canal. Our dog and I found a well established low impact trail that went quite a distance out into the woods with benches and a picnic table.

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Olivia

September 2025

45 ft travel trailer

With pets

3 nights at Good 'Dose' of Relaxation

We enjoyed our time on Will’s land. Unfortunately it seemed everyone was getting their year end wood cutting (a lot of chainsaw noise). Not as quiet as we expected, but still a lovely place. Rio our dog enjoyed his time off leash which is a treat. We loved all the hiking near by. Thanks for letting us stay.