This is one of the many backcountry campsites in The Great Sand Dunes National Preserve. This site is accessed by the 4x4 road that traverses Medano Pass. Access requires 4 wheel drive, and I recommend at least rear locking differential. There are numerous creek crossings from the west side, and well as deep sand through the National Park section. The east side of Medano Pass can wash out with heavy rain. This is a fantastic area to camp in the fall.

Located on the edge of Olympic National Park, this campground offers 78 campsites. Two of the loops are tent camping, and each site offers a picnic table, fire ring and paved roads. This is a resort with 3 mineral hot spring pools, the main lodge, gift shop, and 3 restaurants that campers have access to. Multiple hiking trails are accessible within the campground. Bears, raccoons are common so take caution when storing food. Quiet hours are between 10pm-6am. The nightly rate is $21.

Lower Falls Campground offers 43 sites that accommodate tents or trailers up to 60 feet in length. Picnic table, campfire rings and drinking water are available but no hookups. Within 15 minutes of the campground are several waterfalls as well as access to the Lewis River Trail. The campground roads are paved and sites have plenty of shade. Nightly rates range from $15-$35.

Moran Park Campground has 3 different loops for camping. The north loop is closest to the entrance and is across from the day-use and swim beach area. The middle loop is near the boat launch and has sites that sit right along the shore. The south loop is the most popular with most sites being along the shoreline. With a total of 151 sites this campground fills up on summer weekends and holidays. The max length for trailers is 45 feet. Campers enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding islands, 30 miles of hiking trails and 5 freshwater lakes.

Located 30 miles up the Entiat River Road from Highway 97A, Silver Falls Campground offers 2 loops with 31 sites that can accommodate tents or trailers. The maximum trailer length is 28ft. All single sites are first come, first served and the group site must be reserved by calling 1-877-444-6777 or at recreation.gov. Water, vault toilets and garbage service are provided but no hookups for trailers. The nightly rate is $12 per vehicle per night.

Beaver Campground is tucked in among lots of maple and sycamore trees along the Wind River. The Wind River provides fishing opportunities along with other recreational activities such as hiking, horseback riding, and biking. This site includes 24 campsites and 1 group site that can accommodate tents or RV’s. The group site allows 60 people and 20 vehicles

Located along Panther Creek, this campground offers private campgrounds with tons of shade. Access to the Pacific Crest Trail is close where hikers and horseback riders can explore the scenery. There are 33 back-in sites with parking spurs that can accommodate trailers from 20 to 40 feet. The town of Carson is close and has services. ATVs or OHVs are not allowed in the campground. There is one handicap accessible site. The nightly rate starts at $18 for standard sites.

Located near the confluence of South Creek and the Twisp River, this small campground offers 4 sites that are first come, first served. The campsites have shade and seem to stay pretty quiet. Each site has a picnic table and fire ring, but no water is available and campers need to pack out all their garbage. Visitors enjoy bicycling and scenic drives with access to the South Creek Trail, Twisp River Trail and Scatter Creek Trail. The nightly rate is $8.

Blue Lake Creek Campground has many maple trees and ferns which provide great shade, but there is also open, grassy spaces with room for tents and RVs. The campground has access to the Valley Trail which welcomes OHV riders, mountain bikers, hikers, and horseback riders. Hikers also enjoy exploring Blue Lake where beautiful scenery and fishing can be found. The site includes 11 back in sites with paved parking spurs that go up to 30 feet in length. The campsite costs $12 per night.

Bonaparte Lake Campground is right up next to the base of Bonaparte Mountain which is home to many pine and conifer trees. The beautiful Bonaparte Lake has an elevation of 3,600 feet and is home to many different species of wildlife. Access to the boat and lake ramp are within walking distance of the campground. This campground includes a group site, and multiple family and individual campsites available. Fees can range anywhere from $12-$100 per night.