The Dyrt released its annual list of the Best Places to Camp in the Pacific Region based on reviews and ratings from its community of campers. The top campgrounds showcase the diverse beauty and unique experiences available across Oregon, California, and Washington state.
Bay Point Landing in Coos Bay, Oregon, clinched the number one spot for the third consecutive year. This campground offers luxurious amenities such as a hot tub, heated pool, wine tastings, yoga sessions, and hiking tours. Campers can choose from fully equipped campsites, modern cabins, and Airstreams. The surrounding area boasts hiking trails, wildlife viewing opportunities, and world-class fishing.
“We have been camping in a pickup truck camper during a cross-country trip, but we opted to splurge and booked two nights in an Airstream at Bay Point. It was SO worth it! The Airstreams are very new and impeccably clean,” says Peter F., a camper at Bay Point Landing.
All ten of these locations allow campers and outdoor enthusiasts the chance to better connect with nature and explore new surroundings. As the saying goes, there’s no bad days outside!
Top Campgrounds in the Pacific Region:
Bay Point Landing, Oregon
Location: Coos BayHighlights: Luxurious amenities, modern bathhouse, wildlife viewing, hiking trailsPrice: $50-279 per night
Outdoorsy Oregonians at this spot can connect to one of the many available RV hookups, suitable for vehicles of all sizes. Those looking for elevated lodging can cozy up in one of the property’s modern cabins. However, all accommodations come with a high-speed internet connection, cable, clubhouse access, and other features.
Hidden Valley Campground, Joshua Tree National Park, California
Location: Twentynine PalmsHighlights: Rock climbing, stargazing, wildlife watchingPrice: $15 per night
Hidden Valley Campground is a favorite for visitors to Joshua Tree National Park. Known for its rugged terrain, striking boulders, and iconic Joshua trees, this first-come, first-serve campground is ideal for rock climbers, landscape photographers, and stargazers.
Elkamp Eastcreek, Washington
Location: MineralHighlights: Proximity to Mount Rainier, well-thought-out amenities, vintage AirstreamsPrice: $42-68 per night
Elkamp Eastcreek combines proximity to the wilderness with top-tier amenities. Located about 25 minutes from the Nisqually Gate of Mount Rainier National Park, it’s a perfect base for exploring the area. Campers can choose from campsites, cabins, and vintage Airstream trailers.
Lyre River Campground, Washington
Location: JoyceHighlights: Riverside sites, fishing, proximity to Olympic Peninsula attractionsPrice: Free (with Discovery Pass)
This small, peaceful campground is popular among anglers and offers quiet riverside sites for tents and small RVs. Located just south of where the Lyre River meets the Strait of Juan de Fuca, it provides easy access to the rugged northern coastline of the Olympic Peninsula.
Cape Lookout State Park, Oregon
Location: NetartsHighlights: Ocean views, coastal hiking trails, easy beach accessPrice: $23-37 per night
Cape Lookout State Park offers stunning views of the Pacific Ocean and easy access to coastal hiking trails. Campers can bask in beautiful sunsets and crashing waves without sacrificing modern comforts like coin-operated hot showers and flushing toilets.
Salt Creek Recreation Area, Washington
Location: JoyceHighlights: Water views, tide pools, hiking trailsPrice: $45-55 per night
Located on a bluff above the Strait of Juan de Fuca, this campground offers water views from nearly every site and access to spectacular tide pools. Part of the Salt Creek Recreation Area County Park, it spans 196 acres of forests, rocky bluffs, and beaches.
Hoodview Campground, Oregon
Location: Government CampHighlights: Lakeside camping, hiking, mountain viewsPrice: $22-26 per night
Hoodview Campground offers lakeside camping with views of Mount Hood. Located on the shores of Timothy Lake, it provides opportunities for fishing, paddling, and swimming. The campground includes tent and RV sites, picnic tables, fire rings, vault toilets, and drinking water.
Burlington Campground, Humboldt Redwoods State Park, California
Location: WeottHighlights: Redwood forests, proximity to Avenue of the Giants, river accessPrice: $35 per night
Nestled among tall redwood trees, Burlington Campground offers a remote and serene camping experience. Located along U.S. Route 101, voyagers can easily visit the Avenue of the Giants and other Humboldt highlights.
Shooting Star Sanctuary and Retreat, Yosemite National Forest, California
Location: AhwahneeHighlights: Farm animals, hiking trails, proximity to YosemitePrice: Donation-based
This unique farm stay offers campsites just a half-hour drive from Yosemite National Forest. Guests can enjoy playing with adorable farm animals like kittens, puppies, goats, sheep, and mini-pigs. The 100-acre ranch has hiking and biking trails, ponds, an outdoor kitchen, toilets, and showers.
Cougar Rock Campground, Mount Rainier National Park, Washington
Location: LongmireHighlights: Proximity to Paradise, hiking trails, glacier viewsPrice: $20 per night
Located near Paradise, the most visited section of Mount Rainier National Park, Cougar Rock Campground is ideal for exploring the mountain and surrounding wilderness. Campers can enjoy hiking trails, glacier views, old-growth forests, waterfalls, and alpine meadows.
From luxurious amenities and unique ecosystems to serene riverside spots and majestic forests, these 10 Pacific Region campsites offer experiences for nature enthusiasts. The Dyrt’s annual list is valuable for campers seeking the best West Coast offerings and trusted tent and RV destinations.
