9 Spectacular Spots In Washington Where You Can Camp Right On The Beach

Don't you just love camping in Washington? Whether you like to camp in the summer when it's crowded or wait until fall when it's a bit more mellow, you can find plenty of places where you can camp on the beach in Washington.

If you prefer camping in the fall, October and early November tend to be pretty mellow on the coast, though you might have to dress in extra layers and pack your poncho and rain boots! But when the peak season for camping ends, our most beautiful beachside campsites become quieter and more easily accessible. These spots are some of the best beach camping in Washington places in both the summer and fall months.

1. Pacific Beach State Park, Pacific Beach in Grays Harbor County

Pacific Beach State Park is a 10-acre camping park with 2,300 feet of beautiful ocean shoreline, making this one of the best campgrounds in Washington. It has 18 standard sites, 41 utility sites, and two yurts. Best of all, 26 of the campsites are right on the waterfront. For more information, check out the Pacific Beach State Park website.

2. Scenic Beach State Park, Seabeck

This 121-acre camping park has a 1,500-foot stretch of saltwater beach that sits on the beautiful Hood Canal. Known for its stunning views of the Olympic Mountains, there are 50 campsites, half of which are open year-round, and even a group campsite is available here. Check out our previous coverage and learn more about Scenic Beach State Park.

3. Birch Bay State Park, Blaine

Located in a quiet community north of Bellingham with panoramic views of the Cascades, this is one of the best campgrounds in Washington. Birch Bay State Park has 8,255 feet of saltwater shoreline as well as 14,923 feet of freshwater shore along Terrell Creek. There are 147 standard campsites, 20 partial hookup sites, and two primitive group camping sites available. Camping spots can be reserved between May 15 - September 15. Learn more about Birch Bay State Park in this article.

4. Blake Island Marine State Park, Kitsap County

If you want to get away from it all, go camping on Blake Island. It’s only reachable by private boat or tour boat, and although the water is turned off during winter months, you can camp there all year. With a 1,127-acre camping park and five miles of shoreline, this is arguably one of the most beautiful campsites in Washington. There are 44 standard campsites available. For more information, check out the Blake Island Marine Park website.

5. Second Beach, La Push

The beaches of La Push (First, Second, and Third) are all magical. Second Beach is the most popular place to camp due to its accessibility, especially in the summer months. You may want to wait until fall when the crowds thin out to come here and camp on the beach in Washington. Learn more about Second Beach when you check out this article.

6. Matia Island State Park, Friday Harbor

Located on the shoreline of the Strait of Georgia, the island of Friday Harbor is part of the San Juan National Wildlife Refuge. There are six primitive, quiet, and beautiful campsites in the park and these sites are first-come, first-served. Since this is one of the most incredible places to camp on the beach in Washington, you may have to wait until the off-season to snag one of the coveted camping spots. For more information, check out the Matia Island State Park website and you can read more about San Juan Island in this article.

7. Joemma Beach State Park, Longbranch

This quiet state park has some amazing views, and on its 106-acre camping park, it only has 19 primitive campsites for enjoying those views to the fullest. With 3,000 feet of shoreline, you'll find it to be one of the most beautiful campsites in Washington. Check out the Joemma Beach State Park website for more information.

8. Camano Island State Park, Camano

Camano Island State Park is a 244-acre camping park with 6,700 feet of rocky shoreline and beach. You’ll enjoy the sweeping views of Puget Sound from your choice of 77 waterfront campsites. Five cabins are also available at this park. For more information, check out our additional article on Camano Island State Park.

9. Ocean City State Park, Hoquiam

Want to sleep near the waves on your next beach getaway? Ocean City State Park is a waterfront park near Aberdeen and Ocean Shores with over 149 campsites to choose from, including two group campsites and 29 utility sites. This is one of the best places to camp on the beach in Washington. Check out the Ocean City State Park website for more information. To learn more about some of Washington's best islands, you'll enjoy reading this article.

With so many beautiful waterfront sites to choose from, it’s no wonder camping is so popular in Washington. Do you know of any other incredible places where you like to go beach camping in Washington? Let us know in the comment section!

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