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Top-rated campgrounds
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Top-rated campgrounds
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Top-rated campgrounds reviewed by the Hipcamp community.
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Abbi
October 2025
Weekend Trip to Airstream Glamping 1
This was the perfect option for my husband and I’s cozy weekend staycation. Clear instructions/directions, host was quick to respond, and thoughtful amenities. We loved having the option to cook our own food using the outdoor kitchen. We would have loved to take advantage of more out there but it was pouring down rain. Close enough to local eateries that we were able to grab breakfast on Saturday morning while we were feeling lazy (highly recommend The Kettle in Enumclaw!)
It was a fun experience to stay in an airstream style camper. We would visit again in the future.
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Jessica
September 2025
With kids
This was the second time we stayed at The Lookout - and it was even better this time. The Spud airstream was fully loaded with everything we needed, including amazing snacks for our day hike. The dome offered amazing views of the lake and was a magical place to see the sun rise and sunset. This is our favorite place to stay when we plan to visit Rainier. Highly recommend!
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Clairissa
September 2025
Weekend Trip to The Lookout at Mayfield Lake
This was my second time camping at The Lookout and it was just as magical as the first time. Christie and Thane have really created a wonderful space that balances the outdoors and all the comforts of home. From the views to the outdoor shower, everything was great! The extra appliances in the airstream allowed for us to cook outside by the power pole and we really appreciated the 2nd fridge to keep everything cold so we didn't have to buy a ton of ice. We painted rocks as a family at the picnic table and enjoyed s'mores by the fire all while enjoying the beautiful view of the lake below. The everything down to the porta potty was so clean! And the touch of the panda drum, my entire family enjoyed playing it, it was the highlight of our trip!
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Iuliia
September 2025
Weekend Trip to Octovus Waterfront Paradise
a great place for a family vacation! we really enjoyed spending time here actively. it is very cozy, beautiful, and soulful. many thanks to Margo and Sam for their hospitality. the cutest animals who delighted us with their presence. we plan to come here again.
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Rafaela
September 2025
Weekend Trip to The Lookout at Mayfield Lake
I absolutely adored The Lookout! Everything was so wonderfully curated and it was the perfect place to get away from the city for a weekend. I can tell Christie and Thane put in a lot of effort to make this place as cozy and welcoming as possible. The view of the lake is breathtaking! Mossyrock is a cute little town (check out Nacho’s Mexican Restaurant), and there’s lots of good spots for fishing around! I’d 100/10 stay here again.
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Kate
September 2025
Group trip
My friends and I had the best time staying at the lookout for Memorial Day weekend. The land is gorgeous and each of the amenities are so thoughtfully decorated.
Christie and thane were great hosts and very responsive the couple times we needed something. Highly recommend this grand stay.
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Anna
August 2025
1 night at The Lookout at Mayfield Lake
This place is amazing! The Airstream is comfortable and cozy, with AC, cooking supplies, and everything you need for a great stay. The dome is so unique, and is an amazing place to enjoy the view! The view of the lake is incredible, and this is the perfect place to enjoy being outdoors while having comfy indoor spaces to relax in too. I definitely recommend it!
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Jessi
August 2025
Weekend Trip to The Lookout at Mayfield Lake
This place is an absolute gem, and we cannot wait to come back! Every detail was perfect, views were FLAWLESS, and we loved having so much space and so much privacy.
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Janna
August 2025
With pets
We had a lovely and restful time at The Lookout. Our first day was very hot, but the AC in the Airstream cooled things down quickly enough until we could be outside for the evening. And what a beautiful spot this is. We even caught a couple meteors before heading off to bed.
The closed in grassy area was great for our pup to explore, but otherwise we spent all our time at the location—next time I’m sure we’ll explore more of the surrounding area, because it’s the kind of place you can’t help revisiting.
Thank you, Christie and Thane for providing and maintaining such a spectacular plot of land!
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Ivette
August 2025
With kids
We used the grassy area for tent camping. Outdoor grill for cooking was great. They have basic small pots and pans for cooking and utensils. Views are superior.
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Sonya
August 2025
With kids
Perfect sanctuary for glamping. Every detail was perfect from Christie and Thane. Roasted marshmallows, grilled, and enjoyed nature. My family of five had a blast for our first time “camping”
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G
July 2025
3 nights at Octovus Waterfront Paradise
We loved our time at the Octovus, great accommodations! Well stocked kitchen. Pull out bed was nice. Also a shower was available (obviously tiny but nice to have!) Easy to find and a nice neighborhood. We spent a lot of our time at Olympic NP so we didn’t have a chance to use the kayaks at the inlet they’re on!
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Kelly
July 2025
1 night at Georgia by the river
"Georgia" was cozy and comfortable and is aging well in the side yard of the residential/small business home of the hosts. Very secure and quiet in a delightfully peaceful area of Renton. The the conveniences and amenities one would expect in a room twice the price.
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Steve
July 2025
With pets
Amazing space for anyone wanting the full feel of camping without missing any of the amenities. Thoughtfully designed, cared for, and had everything we could have wanted.
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Mokey
July 2025
Group trip
The Lookout was a perfect place to celebrate my sister’s summer birthday + bridal shower crafting bonanza! The attention to detail show that Christie+Thane truly want this to be a beloved getaway, and it worked! We are already planning to go back! Cooking and grilling set ups were great, systems were easy to figure out and information was plentiful. Plus the hosts were super responsive to all of my questions before and during our stay. I suggest bringing a 100’ extention cord for the dome (solar wasn’t up to snuff for our needs) and definitely venture down to Ike kinswa with your kayaks and paddle boards or for a refreshing swim.. it’s barely a mile away and was great for getting away from camp during the full Sun part of the day (limited shade for a short while at lookout).
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Melissa
July 2025
With pets
Very private spot eith no neighbors or other campsites. It is against a road but its a fairly quiet road with minimal traffic. The garden area/ contained dog area has a great view but I will note it is the only part of the property with grass the rest is gravel and rocks. Not easy on dog paws in the hot sun 😫 so we spent quite a bit of our time in the fenced grassy yard which was fine for me. It was very warm when we were there and there isn't too much shade during the day in one place we just kept moving the chairs around to find shade. As others noted you will be in gravel and going up and down little hills a majority of the time which was fine for most but its hard to walk on for seniors/disabled people and the grill and picnic table were down a hill from the trailer which made it a bit hard when doing meals for my disabled mom. Not a big deal for most but just to be aware. I will most definitely come back and would love to enjoy sleeping in the eco dome again. As for the Airstream it looked pretty nice inside and everything worked that I saw but I didnt sleep in there but my parents did and ac stayed nice and cool for them!
Such a unique and special spot
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Alison
July 2025
With pets
Our group enjoyed Christie+Thane's site in Mossyrock. The views were beautiful and the site was very well appointed with everything one could need. The hosts were very responsive and friendly. The site was also very close to swimming and boat launches for our small sailboat, paddleboard and cooling down. Would definitely recommend.
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cheyanne
July 2025
With kids
Such a gem!! Pure magic. Very quiet great view private.
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Corey
July 2025
Weekend Trip to Octovus Waterfront Paradise
What a great time. All were super friendly and the camper was extra clean. Couldn't have asked for a better experience.
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Melissa
July 2025
Weekend Trip to The Lookout at Mayfield Lake
The view was spectacular, the airstream was clean and well stocked and the other amenities were well thought out. It’s close to swimming and kayak/boat launch sites.
FYI for future travelers: I wish we had not gone on a holiday weekend (4th of July) because we were looking for a quiet get away. I image it would be any time other than a holiday known for drinking and blowing things up.
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The best airstreams near Tacoma guide
Where to go
Mount Rainier National Park
The most popular spot to visit in the Tacoma area, Mount Rainier National Park is a fantastic place for a summer hiking adventure or camping trip, and many mountaineers come to Washington specifically to climb up to its peak. Time it right and you'll be rewarded with views of gorgeous wildflowers, which tend to bloom in the summer, depending on the year’s weather patterns.
Saltwater State Park
Located between Seattle and Tacoma, Saltwater State Park offers 1,445 feet of shoreline overlooking Puget Sound. It's a great place to cool off during the summer months and its location on the flight path of the nearby Sea-Tac International Airport make it a hit among plane-spotters. There's even an underwater reef for diving, plus a campground for those who want to stick around for a night.
Dash Point State Park
A quick jaunt from Tacoma, Dash Point State Park is another great spot for water fun, with a sandy beach that attracts kayakers, skimboarders, and anglers, along with plenty of shore birds. Other park features include miles of trails for hiking and biking, plus a campground with campsites, cabins, and a dump station.
When to go
The best time to visit Tacoma and its surrounding natural areas is during the summertime, when the weather is usually hot and there’s not too much chance of rain. The rest of the year faces cool, rainy weather, meaning area residents take full advantage of the brief summer window to spend as much time outdoors as possible. This often results in crowds, particularly in July and August.