Mountains, hot springs, old growth forests, and ocean views await campers near Lakewood.
Explore the Pacific Northwest from peninsula to peak when camping near Lakewood. Sitting south of Tacoma, the city is wrapped in Washington state wilderness. Campgrounds, cabin rentals, and primitive camping can be found throughout the area, offering amenities like showers, full hookups, picnic tables, and potable water. Then, enjoy a scenic, southeast drive to Mount Rainier National Park for the state's highest volcanic mountain, or head west to Olympic National Park less than two hours from Lakewood. A short 30-minutes from the city, Millersylvania State Park offers campers a taste of Olympia, with over 100 campsite options stretched along a gorgeous lake. From high altitude hiking to beach days under the sun, Lakewood camping offers outdoor adventures year-round.
Enjoy springtime wildflowers along a waterfall hike, or step up to a steep stratovolcano when camping near Mount Rainier National Park. Year-round excitement awaits with warm-weather hiking and biking or winter skiing and snowboarding. For a challenge, climb 14,410 feet to the summit of Mount Rainier for diverse landscapes and epic views. A permit is required, and ice-climbing gear is a must! On-site camping ranges from primitive sites at Mowich Lake to RV camping with water and dump stations. There are no utility hookups.
Almost a million acres of environmental beauty await campers exploring Olympic National Park. Hoh Rainforest, Mount Olympus, and Sol Duc Hot Springs are a few of the park’s iconic features. Camp under a canopy of old growth trees, wake up to ocean views, or nestle in near hot springs. With several on-site campgrounds, Olympic National Park offers flush toilets, fire rings, picnic tables, and potable water, as well as primitive camping throughout the park. While RVs are welcome, there are no hookups and no generators allowed.
Miles of tree-covered trails weave through Millersylvania State Park, welcoming campers to hike, bike, and explore. Featuring Deep Lake, a 66-acre body of water, Millersylvania delights visitors with a boat launch, two swimming holes, and a 100-foot dock perfect for summer fun. Campsites, glampsites, cabin rentals, and lakeside cottages make camping easy, with over 90 standard sites, 45 partial hookups, showers, restrooms, and dump stations. Built in the 1930s, Millersylvania is also home to historical sites including rustic kitchen shelters.
While Lakewood offers camping year-round, the area is known for its short summers and cold, wet winters. Campers will find warmer weather from late June to early September, averaging a high of 78°F and dropping to the mid 50s overnight. Glacial sites can be enjoyed throughout summer, but be prepared for cooler temperatures at high altitudes. Winter campers will experience temperatures in the low 30s and 40s, making cold-weather camping experience a must.