The best family-friendly campgrounds near Mattawa, Washington

Looking to go camping near Mattawa, Washington? Hipcamp has over 100 options for you to choose from. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly campsite, a cozy cabin, or a secluded spot to pitch your tent, we've got you covered. With popular campsites like Milk A Sheep Camp (202 reviews), Ranching and Relaxing (200 reviews), and The Lakes (156 reviews), you can trust that you'll find a great place to stay. Enjoy popular amenities like potable water, pet-friendly sites, and accessible toilets. And if you're into off-roading, surfing, or exploring historic sites, you'll find plenty of activities to keep you entertained. So pack your gear and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Mattawa

Looking to go camping near Mattawa, Washington? Hipcamp has over 100 options for you to choose from. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly campsite, a cozy cabin, or a secluded spot to pitch your tent, we've got you covered. With popular campsites like Milk A Sheep Camp (202 reviews), Ranching and Relaxing (200 reviews), and The Lakes (156 reviews), you can trust that you'll find a great place to stay. Enjoy popular amenities like potable water, pet-friendly sites, and accessible toilets. And if you're into off-roading, surfing, or exploring historic sites, you'll find plenty of activities to keep you entertained. So pack your gear and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Mattawa

1. Willow Barn Ranch

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(617)

33mi from Mattawa · 19 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

This small 25-acre ranch is just in the early stages of development. We are repairing fences and watering. I just added solar power and several electrical upgrades for RV's. The property has a 2000 feet of grass runway with an airplane hangar, so you could fly it if you have a STOHL airplane. The irrigation pond/pond yard area is currently available for camping. Many wineries, brewies and outdoor activities available in the area. Children can help feed or water the pigs and perhaps the chickens. Be aware though when piglets are around at times they are very small and are amazing escaped artists so do not keep food out unless you want to try and pet one they are friendly. We are more than happy to help suggest wineries and brewies in the area or enjoy the bar area we have! We offer several campsites as well as an in-ground greenhouse as listings. Guests love staying with us: "The pond at Willow Barn Ranch was picturesque. Show us around the property. It's very quiet and peaceful, and you can tell you take good care of your land. Wide open spaces." Please be aware that we do not allow parking on grass without explicit permission which is always handled on site. Vehicles will most likely not be permitted on the grass itself with rare exceptions.

2. Buck Meadows

99%

(208)

45mi from Mattawa · 6 sites · RVs, Lodging

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.

3. Pirate River

98%

(62)

39mi from Mattawa · 6 sites · Tents, RVs

Grassy area with trees on the bank of the Yakima River. Quiet and peaceful. Fully functional air conditioned restrooms. Private outdoor shower. Complimentary coffee and hot chocolate station on site. Small campfires are allowed all year in designated spots. There are mosquitos so be prepared for that! During the summer months, the Yakima River is perfect for kayaking, paddleboarding, canoeing, float tubes, or just swimming. Catfish and bass are the main fish here and fishing is good most of the time. Here's a video to help you arrive! https://youtu.be/ZBGlRC84p7g?si=UX2YKyVP0YEft4GF

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

Grass campsite located on the back side of the pond near the tree.

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Reven Marie

October 2025

Tent

1 night at Willow Barn Ranch

Thank you for a peaceful night. It was nice to sleep in grass pasture. Happy to recommend for others.

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Rita

October 2025

22 ft Class B

2 nights at Willow Barn Ranch

Our second time here: ,one time we’re by the lovely big pond., complete with waterfowl; and this time we've enjoyed a remote spot in the grassy field. A beautiful rural location. Quiet and peaceful. And they’ve added a new toilet n washing station. Piglets were adoring!

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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!

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Greg

September 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Pirate River

Great option when in Richland. Roger was a terrific host.

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Dina

September 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Pirate River

We loved our tent camping experience here — the photos don’t do it justice! The site felt very private, and the trees around our campsite provided great shade while we were sleeping, cooking, and even sheltering from some light rain. The campsite is well equipped with everything you could need: bathrooms, shower, picnic table and a fire pit. We especially enjoyed the abundance of birds along the river — their songs and the sounds of wildlife at night were so calming. We’re very grateful for this experience. Thank you, Roger!

Chester

September 2025

Tent

With pets

1 night at Willow Barn Ranch

The air strip site with open views was nice and clean.

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Austin

September 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Pirate River

The owner was very nice, and had a lot of extra amenities available for you.

Marissa

September 2025

Tent

With kids

3 nights at Pirate River

The spot was amazing and well taken care of. We had a wonderful family time and the hosts were super helpful with anything we had questions about or needed. Would definitely go back again. My kids are still talking about Tina and how our family needs a pug as well.

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Jack

September 2025

Tent

3 nights at Pirate River

Been going out there for a month or so. I love this spot! Roger is awesome!

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Todd

September 2025

41 ft fifth wheel

With pets

4 nights at Willow Barn Ranch

The camp area was quiet & peaceful. Highly recommend camping at this location.

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Jack

September 2025

Tent

2 nights at Pirate River

Love the place I’ll be back next week. Roger got me up when you have a Chance! I’ll be back next week! Love you place!

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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ecspmog

August 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Pirate River

Lovely host, with nicest dogs. Shower toilet and amenities top notch. Nice huge grass lawn.

Bob

August 2025

35 ft Class A

With pets

Weekend Trip to Pirate River

Really great spot on the Yakima River! Roger was amazing host and his property s beautiful! Restroom was SUPER clean and the new shower area was awesome to clean up, or cool down on a hot day.

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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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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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Jack

August 2025

Tent

3 nights at Pirate River

Great people were went out of their way to get my spot this week! And their doggies are awesome!

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Juliann

August 2025

Tent

With pets

3 nights at Pirate River

We enjoyed camping here. Roger has a great property and he is very kind. Lot's of space and well kept grounds. The air conditioned bathrooms and outdoor shower were such a treat. Will definitely stay again if we're in Richland.

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Nicole

August 2025

28 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Willow Barn Ranch

Kid friendly, so much space, great spot for a group camping trip!

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Andrew

August 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Willow Barn Ranch

Site 9 was a nice grassy site next to a small pond where we did some fishing. A few trees also provided some nice shade. Kent was very helpful with everything we needed.