The best glamping pods in San Juan Islands

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Sandwiched between the state of Washington and Vancouver Island in Canada in the Salish Sea, the San Juan Islands comprise four main islands and hundreds of smaller islands and rock formations. The San Juans are popular for getaways, particularly in the summer months, and offer all sorts of things to do, from biking and hiking trails to kayaking expeditions and whale-watching trips. The Washington State Ferry system offers service to the islands from Anacortes, Washington or from British Columbia. There’s also a passenger ferry—the Puget Sound Express—that links Friday Harbor on San Juan Island with the city of Port Townsend on the Olympic Peninsula.

97% (52) 4 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near San Juan Islands

4. Swan House Farm

1 site · Lodging · Mount Vernon, WA
A 35 acre family farm on the North fork of the Skagit River outside of La Conner Washington. The Glamp Ground is located on a 1 acre overlook above the farm. Includes sleeping space for up to 4 guests, fire pit (outside of burn ban season), propane grill, stove, and picnic tables. Sleeping structures - convertible gazebo/wall tent with a queen size bed/daybed/couch, and hippie dome with foam rug and 3 foam filled wool blankets to build a second bed. Additional space for 4 extra guests with tents you provide. One van/camper permitted, we do not provide space for RV’s over 25 feet. No showers. Restroom facilities are a short walk from the Glamp Ground behind our farm stand. $50 Cleaning Fee – includes linens, pillows, and additional blankets for our two onsite structures. As well as propane and garbage removal of the onsite rubbish container. Guests are expected to leave the site as they found it with all garbage contained in the site bin and all farm stand items returned to the farm stand. Additional non-exclusive guest access to a 3 acre pond picnic field, walking paths, livestock barn, and our farm stand. There is also a boat launch at the end of the property operated by our neighbor with a $10 fee for use. Please bring your own paddle boards, canoes, kayaks and small motor boats if you would like to use the launch, there is no rented watercraft available. There is no swimming or lingering at the boat launch. Pets – Dogs on leash are welcome. Guests should understand that we raise sheep, cattle, pigs, and fowl on the property and any pet that becomes a nuisance could result in our having to end your visit without returned fees. It is important to note that we have a ranging farm dog, Stella, with access to the full property and she often finds her way to the Glamp Ground on her rounds. Stella is a sweetheart, (unless you are a racoon), she doesn’t start fights, but if your dog is prone to aggressive behavior it is best to reach out before booking. Stella is safe with children and respectful, but she has a job to do on the farm and her access is not limited.
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Sandwiched between the state of Washington and Vancouver Island in Canada in the Salish Sea, the San Juan Islands comprise four main islands and hundreds of smaller islands and rock formations. The San Juans are popular for getaways, particularly in the summer months, and offer all sorts of things to do, from biking and hiking trails to kayaking expeditions and whale-watching trips. The Washington State Ferry system offers service to the islands from Anacortes, Washington or from British Columbia. There’s also a passenger ferry—the Puget Sound Express—that links Friday Harbor on San Juan Island with the city of Port Townsend on the Olympic Peninsula.

97% (52) 4 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near San Juan Islands

4. Swan House Farm

1 site · Lodging · Mount Vernon, WA
A 35 acre family farm on the North fork of the Skagit River outside of La Conner Washington. The Glamp Ground is located on a 1 acre overlook above the farm. Includes sleeping space for up to 4 guests, fire pit (outside of burn ban season), propane grill, stove, and picnic tables. Sleeping structures - convertible gazebo/wall tent with a queen size bed/daybed/couch, and hippie dome with foam rug and 3 foam filled wool blankets to build a second bed. Additional space for 4 extra guests with tents you provide. One van/camper permitted, we do not provide space for RV’s over 25 feet. No showers. Restroom facilities are a short walk from the Glamp Ground behind our farm stand. $50 Cleaning Fee – includes linens, pillows, and additional blankets for our two onsite structures. As well as propane and garbage removal of the onsite rubbish container. Guests are expected to leave the site as they found it with all garbage contained in the site bin and all farm stand items returned to the farm stand. Additional non-exclusive guest access to a 3 acre pond picnic field, walking paths, livestock barn, and our farm stand. There is also a boat launch at the end of the property operated by our neighbor with a $10 fee for use. Please bring your own paddle boards, canoes, kayaks and small motor boats if you would like to use the launch, there is no rented watercraft available. There is no swimming or lingering at the boat launch. Pets – Dogs on leash are welcome. Guests should understand that we raise sheep, cattle, pigs, and fowl on the property and any pet that becomes a nuisance could result in our having to end your visit without returned fees. It is important to note that we have a ranging farm dog, Stella, with access to the full property and she often finds her way to the Glamp Ground on her rounds. Stella is a sweetheart, (unless you are a racoon), she doesn’t start fights, but if your dog is prone to aggressive behavior it is best to reach out before booking. Stella is safe with children and respectful, but she has a job to do on the farm and her access is not limited.
Toilets
from 
$105
 / night

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Where to go

Orcas Island

Orcas Island is the biggest island in the San Juans, and has plenty of amenities, including restaurants, museums, shops, and camping options. It’s also home to the largest of Washington’s state parks—Moran State Park—a fantastic place for hiking, and boating. Tent and RV camping is available in the park, but campers need to secure reservations ahead of time. If you have your own boat, you can also visit nearby Sucia Island Marine State Park, an uninhabited, pristine spot directly north of Orcas Island.

San Juan Island

San Juan Island is popular among adventurers and history lovers, and the San Juan Island National Historical Park is a must-visit for anyone who wants to learn about the Pig War, a boundary dispute between Britain and the U.S. that all started because of a trespassing pig. The park is for day use only, but you'll find tent and RV sites at San Juan County Park on the west side of San Juan Island, overlooking Haro Straight, and at the San Juan County Fairgrounds.

Lopez Island

The third-most populated island in the chain, Lopez Island offers 63 miles of shoreline and a mix of forests, farmlands, galleries, and boutiques. The island is popular among cyclists, with quiet, mostly flat roads, and has a few great places to camp, including Spencer Spit State Park, which has reservable and hiker/biker sites, a dump station, flush toilets, but no hookups or showers, and Odlin County Park has seven RV sites for vehicles less than 30-feet-long, but no hookups.

Shaw Island

Shaw Island is the smallest of the four main San Juan Islands that are accessible by ferry, with a year-round population of only around 200 people. You can camp at Shaw County Park, which offers 11 tent camping sites, a boat launch, picnic tables, and fire pits. Island facilities are limited, but there is a general store by the ferry landing where you can buy food and supplies.

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