The best dog-friendly campgrounds near Tacoma, Washington

Welcome to Hipcamp, the ultimate camping resource for outdoor enthusiasts like you! If you're looking for pet-friendly camping near Tacoma, Washington, we've got you covered with over 2,600 options to choose from. Whether you prefer pitching a tent, staying in a cabin, or parking your RV, we have the perfect accommodation for you and your furry friend. Explore stunning campsites like The Landing at Index WA (597 reviews), Unique Bay Front Camping (404 reviews), and Nature Camp, Cabin and Farm (340 reviews). With popular amenities like showers and trash disposal, and activities like surfing, horseback riding, and whitewater paddling, you'll have everything you need for an unforgettable camping experience. Plus, with an average price per night of $50 and options as low as $5, you'll find the perfect campsite to fit your budget. Happy camping!

95% (11K) • 867 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Tacoma

Welcome to Hipcamp, the ultimate camping resource for outdoor enthusiasts like you! If you're looking for pet-friendly camping near Tacoma, Washington, we've got you covered with over 2,600 options to choose from. Whether you prefer pitching a tent, staying in a cabin, or parking your RV, we have the perfect accommodation for you and your furry friend. Explore stunning campsites like The Landing at Index WA (597 reviews), Unique Bay Front Camping (404 reviews), and Nature Camp, Cabin and Farm (340 reviews). With popular amenities like showers and trash disposal, and activities like surfing, horseback riding, and whitewater paddling, you'll have everything you need for an unforgettable camping experience. Plus, with an average price per night of $50 and options as low as $5, you'll find the perfect campsite to fit your budget. Happy camping!

95% (11K) • 867 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Tacoma

1. Highland Park Hideaway

99%

(72)

19mi from Tacoma · 3 sites · RVs

Enjoy an urban layover in Seattle at this “secret garden” oasis! Property is tucked away off the main street in a manicured, park-like setting. Borders a private greenbelt on one side, with territorial and peek-a-boo mountain views. Easy walking distance to public transit, numerous open spaces, parks/playgrounds...and a coffee shop and cafe in the adjacent, vibrant Greenbridge Community. 2 blocks to Westcrest Park, which has panoramic views of the city skyline and an off-leash dog area. Highland Park Hideaway offers easy access to downtown Seattle, Pike Place Market, Ferries, Seattle Center, Space Needle, Alki Beach and so much more. Or head down to T-Mobile Park, Lumen field (~6 miles) or Climate Pledge Arena (~8 miles) for a Mariners, Sounders, Seahawks or Kraken game...or one of many events/concerts! Closest RV spot to the stadium (~10 mins) for World Cup matches! Conveniently located on bus routes (60, 131, H Line) to downtown Seattle. And just a ~12 minute drive to SEA Airport or downtown Seattle. Uber/Lyft/Taxis are readily available in minutes. Short distance (.75 mile) to hip and funky downtown White Center with a diverse array of restaurants, bars, breweries and shops! PLEASE NOTE: This driveway spot is best suited for Vanlife, Overlanders, truck camper, or small RV (25 ft max). Property is at the dead end of a shared (w/neighbors) and narrow driveway ~60 yards from street/entrance, with tight turning/backing radius. Trailers will need to back down the driveway from street into the spot. Trailer tow vehicle should also be able to fit/park in the driveway. Might be an option to park under Carport (11' tall clearance) depending on size/configuration. Rigs must be self-contained. ALSO: This location being in an urban neighborhood (with homes/neighbors around it) – you will hear some city ‘white noise’ from planes, trains, automobiles, etc. Owner/host is an avid camper and lives on-site. MORE DETAILS: 2 RV spots (same or smaller size requirements to fit) may be an option if traveling with friends/family and have two rigs; and 2 spots will be available during World Cup Matches. Stays beyond 5 night max may be possible, depending on circumstances and bookings. Please send a message first if wanting to book for FIFA World Cup 2026.

2. A Taste of Whidbey

96%

(114)

46mi from Tacoma · 9 sites · Tents

Take a break from the city and connect with nature by staying at our magical farm property located on the very south end of Whidbey Island, WA (12 minutes from the Clinton ferry dock). You can enjoy such activities as swinging in one of the many hammocks, getting goldfish pedicures, feeding some of the sweet animals, talking with the parrot, doing goat yoga, picking fresh fruits and vegetables for dinner you can prepare in our outdoor cabana kitchen, eating s'mores at one of the many firepits, visiting the beautiful flower gardens or simply enjoying the peace and quiet. Wildlife galore including bald and golden eagles, red tail hawks, deer, raccoons, heron and coyotes. Some nights, we have live music in the evening by one of South Whidbey's amazing bands and beer flowing from the taps built into the wall of the cabana. It is just me and an occasional worker operating the property so you may see us weeding, feeding farm animals or watering some of the many gardens. You are encouraged to participate in activities on the farm and children are welcome to do the same. We are 5 minutes from Bailey's Corner Store, Whidbey's best burger joint, which has great music various nights of the week, and Ogres Brewery which also has great entertainment and beer. Langley and Freeland are each 20 minutes away. Note that all sites are TENT-ONLY sites. There is no car, roof-top tent or RV camping availability.

3. Quilcene Lantern

97%

(73)

49mi from Tacoma · 16 sites · Tents, RVs

You'll find the rest and relaxation you need on our beautiful 53 acre property, your away from home while you explore the beautiful Olympic Peninsula. A mixture of farmland, forest and wetlands, complete with a beautiful old barn (turned music venue and bar), you'll be free to wander the grounds, relax on one of our Adirondack chairs, or pop in for a beer when our bar is open. Often on the weekends, we have live music in the barn. Espresso drinks and breakfast Sammies await you on Saturday and Sunday mornings. We offer dispersed tent camping in the shade of a mature alder grove, as well as 4 RV sites for small campers, trailers, and vans. We offer porta potties, hand washing stations, and potable water.

4. Moss Haven

42mi from Tacoma · 1 site · Lodging

Private off-grid small cabin and tent site with views of the water and mountains. The cabin can sleep up to four. Nestled in a grove of gnarled, moss-draped maples and cedars, our humble cabin overlooks a quiet saltwater bay. Its location offers the perfect blend of forest solitude and coastal serenity. Inside the cabin, you’ll find a toasty wood stove, a queen bed, and large bay windows where you can watch the water shimmer with the ebb and flow of the tides or see the sunset paint the sky, reflecting off the glassy surface of the bay. The only sounds are the cry of an eagle, the gentle lapping of the water, and the soft rustle of wind through the surrounding woods. A large deck attached to the cabin creates an idyllic retreat that feels suspended in time. Located near Olympic National Park and Olympic National Forest, just five minutes from the town of Quilcene.

5. Dean’s Campground

95%

(422)

15mi from Tacoma · 18 sites · Tents, RVs

Eight minutes off SR 18 lies 11 acres of mostly undeveloped land. Dean's is a beautiful, bare-bones place to rest. Our main driveway is CLOSED this year for repairs. We have alternate arrival instructions for you after you book. These instructions add about 7 minutes (totaling 8 minutes) from SR 18 to the campground. Our location is convenient. We are just minutes from Auburn city limits. Road noise, planes, Pacific Raceways, and freight trains are audible here even if muffled by the trees. Our distant neighbors occasionally indulge in target shooting. We have a brand new neighborhood in construction on one of our property lines. In order to provide safety and peace, hosts live just outside the campground and closely manage happenings. All our sites have 2-4 persons occupancy in hopes of deterring parties. Our quiet hours are 8pm-8am so we can rest up for the next day’s adventures. Propane stoves are welcome during fire bans. We do not have a check in cut-off time. Reservations do need to be made before midnight. We have zero tolerance for hateful, abusive, or discriminatory behavior toward people, belongings, and wildlife. The 40+ year old trees and distance between the campsites provides space for you to bring and create your own vibes. Hosts should only approach you with safety or quiet hour concerns. They are available by phone 24 / 7 for any questions or requests you may have, and available by message 11am to 3am. Feel free to reach out any time. Our phone number can be found on Google.

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

Jeffrey

November 2025

15 ft campervan

3 nights at Highland Park Hideaway

Good flat quiet spot with a metal roof. Good lighting. Great electric hookup.

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Ryan

November 2025

23 ft Class C

2 nights at Highland Park Hideaway

Patrick’s spot was the perfect set up for us while visiting Seattle. We had originally planned one night but extended to 2 just so we could have more time there. If you need a convenient spot to park your RV (ours was 23ft) like we did then I would definitely recommend this site as it was super easy to find and use as a base in Seattle.

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Dennis

November 2025

17 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Quilcene Lantern

Great secluded spot. Great hosts. I just wish they had a porta potty closer to the RV spot.

J

John

October 2025

22 ft Class B

2 nights at Highland Park Hideaway

Great spot for seeing the sights in Seattle. Off street and secure parking just minutes from downtown. Thanks for making your location available for folks to stay.

J

Jessica

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Dean’s Campground

A gorgeous little forest with insanely tall trees that tower over you. I love this spot, especially for camping close to Seattle, and the one thing I’d note is it is next to a main road with cars going by at night— to know in advance!

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Matt

October 2025

Tent

With pets

2 nights at A Taste of Whidbey

I really enjoyed my few days. The property is beautiful and my dog loved every minute of it. I loved being able to explore the property and meet all the animals. Debi was quick to respond and made my entire trip easier. I’m leaving Washington, but am very sad that I didn’t find this spot earlier. I will definitely be back during the warmer months and can’t wait for my next adventure at this beautiful property.

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Zach

October 2025

Tent

1 night at Quilcene Lantern

Cool cat

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Kristene

October 2025

15 ft campervan

2 nights at Dean’s Campground

Site was wonderful well-maintained, and clean. The owners are very easy to deal with and kind. I had a very nice day. I would recommend it to anyone looking for a place to camp.

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Kathleen

October 2025

18 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Highland Park Hideaway

This is absolutely a perfect oasis to park your RV in Seattle! I had a great weekend. The Host is very nice and accommodating. The neighborhood is quiet and safe.

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Katherine

October 2025

9 ft campervan

1 night at Highland Park Hideaway

Patrick was an outstanding host. This is a perfect spot to be in a peaceful, beautiful place, and yet it is so close to downtown Seattle. I enjoyed my stay and would definitely stay here again whenever I’m traveling up to Seattle:-)

Sander

October 2025

25 ft Class C

2 nights at Highland Park Hideaway

The location of the spot is within an hour by bus from downtown Seattle! A perfect spot in the city! We stayed with our rental C class camper and it fits well.

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Reagan

October 2025

Tent

With pets

1 night at Dean’s Campground

Great spot, felt very private, and a gorgeous view of the stars at night!

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maci

October 2025

Tent

With pets

1 night at Dean’s Campground

wonderful camp! the spots were great and the toilet was super clean! great place.

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Eric

October 2025

17 ft pop-up camper

1 night at Highland Park Hideaway

We loved the location of Patrick’s Hideaway. We are new to RVing and this was our last stop on a cross country trip from Plymouth, Massachusetts to Seattle, Washington. After hiking trails at Mount Rainier, we needed a place close to the city as we were dropping our new van off to get some customization done in Seattle. Very quiet and private. We met Patrick after we arrived and he is a great host.

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Ann-Scott

October 2025

23 ft Class C

Weekend Trip to Highland Park Hideaway

In the big city of Seattle I doubt there are many ‘driveway camp spots’ like Patrick’s! We love staying there because it’s so close to downtown, stadiums, museums, restaurants, parks, etc. It’s not fancy but it’s fairly quiet (a few airplanes overhead and a little road noise), level for RVs, easy to connect to 30 amp power, and is next to a lovely perennial garden that has a small private sitting area in it, The camp spots is at the end of a dead end road so there’s little traffic and behind the garden is a wild undeveloped area that buffers much of the city noise.

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Cameron

October 2025

16 ft car

With pets

Weekend Trip to Dean’s Campground

We had a wonderful time camping here. Marlee was very helpful in accommodating our late check in. The location is a little confusing to get to but the directions provided helped a lot. Marlee was also available to help if we got lost but we were able to find it.

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Vanessa

September 2025

19 ft travel trailer

With pets

3 nights at Highland Park Hideaway

Patrick was a great host. The description and setting were accurate and we were able to enjoy a lovely view of a garden. The location was so close to T-Mobile park and we felt like we were home away from home. Would love to return next year to catch another Mariners game!

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Michael

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Dean’s Campground

Absolutely wonderful experience. Beautiful camp ground, and the property managers are exceptionally kind and helpful. Trails through the woods, little nooks and crannies to explore with treasures left like hammocks and tables overlooking the valley. Very clean, very safe, very secret, and very affordable. On a scale of 1-10, easy 10. I highly recommend.

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Jeff

September 2025

16 ft car

1 night at Dean’s Campground

The camping was fie but finding the campground was difficult

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Alejandro

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Dean’s Campground

Marlee took care of my camping, the trip and views were beautiful and it was overall such a great experience. The campsite was cozy and quiet for the most part and overall such a relaxing vibe. Thank you Marlee!