The beach is calling! But on the way, why not stop for a night or two and experience all the charm Grays Harbor towns have to offer along the way? An outdoor playground, Grays Harbor has many options when it comes to where to camp on the way to the Pacific Coast. This list of Grays Harbor campgrounds features something for everyone, whether you need a place for tent camping, your RV or prefer glamping.
Straddleline Park
15015 State Route 8, McCleary
The new Straddleline Park (formerly the Grays Harbor ORV Park) is open for camping, offering 400 acres in McCleary that are perfect for outdoor adventurers!
This McCleary campground features 155 campsites, including 20 sites equipped with power and water for RVs. Amenities include bathrooms with free hot showers, playgrounds for the kids, RV dump stations, covered picnic areas and a dog park!
From the campground, you will find plenty of trails for whatever type of outdoor recreation you prefer! These Grays Harbor trails allow motorbikes, e-bikes, mountain bikes and hiking. Leashed dogs welcome! You can make reservations online.
Grays Harbor County Fairgrounds
32 Elma McCleary Rd, Elma
360.482.2651
If you’re planning camping on the way to the Washington Coast, the Grays Harbor County Fairgrounds is a convenient and budget-friendly stop just off the highway. Located in the heart of Elma, this year-round campground offers first-come, first-served campsites perfect for travelers heading to the Pacific Coast.
Campers can choose from dry camping sites or RV hookups, making it ideal for both tent camping and RV camping on the Washington Coast route. Whether you’re road-tripping with a trailer or setting up a quick overnight tent site, the fairgrounds provide easy access and a hassle-free stay
Beyond camping, Elma is a charming small town, worth exploring on your way to the coast. Enjoy nearby hiking and biking trails, discover local museums, and experience small-town Pacific Northwest hospitality before continuing your scenic drive to the Washington Coast beaches.
It’s recommended to call ahead to check campsite availability before arriving.
Elma RV Park
4730 US Highway 12, Elma
360.482.4053
If you’re searching for convenient RV parks near the Washington Coast, Elma RV Park in the scenic Chehalis River Valley offers the perfect blend of comfort, location and access to outdoor recreation on your journey to the Pacific Coast.
Open year-round, this peaceful and well-equipped RV park makes an ideal overnight stop or extended basecamp for exploring Washington’s coastal region.
Elma RV Park welcomes RV travelers, families, kids, dogs, and even bicycle tourists riding through the region. With amenities like wi-fi, a laundromat, a guest library with books and videos, and more, Elma RV Park truly feels like a home away from home. It’s perfect for relaxing after a day on the road — but adventure is never far away.
The park is close to local attractions like the Grays Harbor Raceway, Oakridge Golf Course, and the breathtaking landscapes of Olympic National Park and Olympic National Forest.
Sideout rigs are welcome. You can book nightly, weekly or monthly. You can book a reservation online or call 3630.482.4053.
KM Travel Inn RV Resort
801 E Main Street, Elma
360.482.3877
Looking for more RV camping on the way to the Washington Coast? Located in Elma, this year-round RV resort is perfect for road trippers who want more than just a place to park. With approximately 200 RV sites, KM Travel Inn RV Resort offers a welcoming community atmosphere along with resort-style features. Guests can enjoy a clubhouse, fitness center, swimming pool, showers, and other modern conveniences.
Just 30 minutes from the Pacific Coast, it’s an ideal basecamp for continuing onto the Washington Coast beaches. To make a reservation, you need to be a KM Resorts member. Visit the website for more information.
Rain Forest Resort Village
516 S Shore Road, Quinault
Located in the heart of the Quinault Rain Forest, Rain Forest Resort Village offers RV campsites near the Washington Coast with stunning lakeside views. This year-round campground features 31 RV sites with water and electrical hookups.
Amenities include hot showers, a general store and gift shop, laundromat access, and on-site dining at the Salmon House Restaurant, along with helpful front desk services. For travelers seeking comfortable coastal “glamping” with easy beach access, this resort delivers. And of course, access to the lake for swimming, kayaking, boating and more.
While you’re there, visit the famous World’s Largest Sitka Spruce and explore the lush trails of the Quinault Rain Forest.
You can make reservations online.
Friends Landing
300 Katon Road, Montesano
360.861.8864
For campers wanting a central location with easy highway access, Friends Landing is another great option for camping near the Washington Coast. You are less than an hour from Pacific Coast beaches, both north and south.
This Grays Harbor campground offers 18 RV sites with water and electric hookups, plus 10 tent sites with water access. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the 1.7-mile hiking trail around Lake Quigg, as well as nearby state park trails.
Amenities include free Wi-Fi, bathrooms with showers, a playground, picnic areas, RV dump station, and even a firewood vending machine for classic campfire evenings. There’s a boat launch on Lake Quigg, and fishing is available on both the lake and the Chehalis River. It’s a family-friendly and pet-friendly campground that makes exploring the Washington Coast simple and convenient.
You can make reservations online.
Lake Sylvia State Park
1812 Lake Sylvia Road N, Montesano
Another excellent stop for camping on the way to the Pacific Coast is Lake Sylvia State Park. This 233-acre park is nestled in lush rainforest surroundings, centered around a calm freshwater lake.
Ideal for RV and tent campers alike, the park offers easy access to Washington’s coastal beaches while providing a peaceful forest setting. Outdoor recreation is abundant, with hiking and biking trails throughout the park.
Water lovers can kayak, paddleboard, boat, or swim in Lake Sylvia’s calm waters. Campground amenities include restrooms, drinking water, fire pits, picnic shelters, playgrounds, and a dump station. Dogs are welcome, making it a great choice for families traveling with pets.
You can make reservations online.
Hipcamp
If you are looking for something unique and more private, try a camping reservation on Hipcamp! Here, you can find RV, tent and glamping spots that are operated by private owners.
Decide what amenities you want and if you need pets allowed – even horses! Select your dates and number of people, and then check out the available options. Whether you are looking for flowing rivers, farmland or views of the ocean, there is something for everyone on this site.
For example, Diamond N Ranch in Montesano has two sites for either RVs or tents. On a 40-acre cattle farm, you can enjoy the sounds of the cows as you camp! Reserve both places and have the whole place to yourself (and the owner, of course). This site even has space for horses! It’s just one of the many options on Hipcamp for camping on the way to the Pacific Coast. Another fun one for RVers is a site in Aberdeen where you can camp right on the bay front!
Each camping spot has reviews so you can see what other visitors thought before making your choice. Make reservations on the Hipcamp website.
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