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Best Camping Near Cape Disappointment | Washington

The best camping near Cape Disappointment is oceanside, near hiking trails, great surfing spots, and great shopping. Many campsites are dog friendly and affordable!


If you're planning a visit to Washington's Cape Disappointment State Park and are hoping to camp, there are several options you'll want to consider. Most campsites are near the water and within a few minutes of a town or city.


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Best Camping at Cape Disappointment

There are more than a few RV and tent camping options near Cape Disappointment. We've explored the best camping near Cape Disappointment and made a comprehensive list to make choosing your campground easy!


Have you been to any of these campgrounds? Let us know in the comments!


The Gorgeous Cape Disappointment
The gorgeous Cape Disappointment

Cape Disappointment State Park Campground

This campground is one of the most popular camping areas around the state park. It can be found along the Long Beach Peninsula, where the Columbia River flows into the Pacific Ocean.


Need to Know

  • There are 137 standard campsites

  • 60 full hook-up RV sites

  • 18 RV sites with water and electricity

  • 5 sites for walk-in or biking campers

  • 14 Yurts

  • 3 cabins

  • The campground is quite popular. Make sure you book in advance.

Facilities

Without a doubt, you'll have a hard time choosing between the many different types of camping at the Cape Disappointment campground. But, make sure to check out the facilities to ensure that the type of site you choose has what you're looking for.


On-site, there are:

  • 8 restrooms

  • 14 showers

  • Potable water

  • Showers

  • Picnic tables

  • Fire pits

  • ADA-equipped shower stalls

Rules and Regulations

  • Up to 8 people per site

  • Up to 6 vehicles per site

  • Pets are allowed

  • Campfires are allowed

Nearby

Nearby, you can enjoy biking, boating, fishing, swimming, wildlife watching, hiking, surfing, and much more!


Pros

  • Visitors love how accessible the campground is as well as the many different areas to explore.

  • This includes miles of coastline and classic PNW rainforest.

Cons

  • Raccoons are an issue so make sure to store your food properly.

  • The campground can be noisy and crowded.


Columbia River and Pacific Ocean Meet
Where the Columbia River and Pacific Ocean Meet

Long Beach RV & Camping Resort

The Long Beach RV & Camping Resort is some of the best camping near Cape Disappointment and is a great alternative to the main state park campground that's nearly as big (22 acres!). It includes 144 sites and is open year-round.


The campground is only 1,200 feet from the ocean, right on 28 open miles of beach that's pet-friendly. All the sites are RV-friendly and offer full hookups.



Need to Know

  • There are 144 sites

  • The campground is open all year.

  • All sites have full RV hookups.

  • The campground offers member passes for $499 a year.

  • Non-members can call 1-888-481-6348 for reservations.

Pacific Ocean near Cape Disappointment
The Pacific Ocean crashing near Cape Disappointment

Facilities

There is a wide variety of amenities at this gorgeous campground, including:

  • Spa and hot tub

  • Wifi

  • Laundry

  • Playground

  • Hiking trails

  • Swimming pool

  • Shower

  • Clubhouse

  • Dump station

Rules and Regulations

  • Pets must stay leashed

  • RVs can't be larger than 40.'

  • Camping in vehicles is prohibited

  • You can get a full refund if you cancel 2 days before your arrival

Nearby

Nearby, you can enjoy gorgeous bike paths, swimming, surfing, walking on the beach, historic lighthouses, and much more! The campground is only two miles from Long Beach city, where you can also spend time shopping and enjoying delicious meals.


Pros

  • The campground is in close proximity to the ocean.

  • There are tons of amenities to take advantage of.

Cons

  • The campground can be busy and expensive.


Fisherman's Cove RV Park

If you're looking for camping near Cape Disappointment, this campground is on Long Beach Peninsula and is only a few minutes from Ilwaco Harbor where you can shop and get something to eat. If you want, you can reserve a spot for a night, a week, or between 1 and 6 months.

Cape Disappointment Beach
A lovely beach at Cape Disappointment


Need to Know

  • You can drive in and park next to your site

  • There is cellphone service on site

  • Tent sites are available

  • Pets are welcome!

  • There are cabins for rent too.

Facilities

  • Water

  • Sewage

  • Trash

  • Electric

  • Coin-operated showers

  • Restrooms

  • On-site coin laundry

  • A small store

  • Ice

  • Some storage space for trailers


Rules and Regulations

  • It can accommodate RVs up to 40' in length.


Nearby

Nearby you can travel to Ilwaco Harbor for dining and shopping. Visitors also enjoy driving down to Astoria, exploring Cape Disappointment, and spending time in Seaview, all while hiking, swimming, surfing, and exploring the coast.


Pros

  • Many different site types are available

  • Lots of on-site amenities

Cons

  • Mostly RVs

  • Not as scenic as other campgrounds


Wallicut River RV and Campground Resort

The Wallicut River RV and Campground Resort is another good option if you want to camp near Cape Disappointment. It's on Highway 101, just between Long Beach and Astoria.


It has over 60 RV spaces will full-hook-ups as well as other sites for rent, plus it's on 30 acres and right next to the water! Visitors love the relaxing atmosphere and friendly camp hosts.


Need to Know

  • There are 68 RV spots, some full and some partial

  • There are 5 cabins for rent

  • No laundry on site

Facilities

  • Full restrooms and showers

  • Fire pits

  • Picnic tables

  • Wifi hotspot


Nearby

Nearby you can enjoy Ilwaco, Cape Disappointment, see the lighthouses, and everything the Pacific Ocean has to offer, along with hiking trails, fishing, swimming, and exploring the beach. It's an ideal spot if you're passing through or if you want to stay for a while.

Cape Disappointment Lighthouse
The Cape Disappointment Lighthouse

Pros

  • A great location.

  • Plenty of sites available

Cons

  • Some visitors have experienced fewer amenities than advertised.

  • The campground can be busy and run out of supplies.

  • Pricey for what they offer.


Cedar to Surf Campground

The Cedar to Surf Campground is one of the best camping sites near Cape Disappointment. It is an RV, tent, and cabin camping campground near Cape Disappointment. It offers beachside camping with full hook-ups on Long Beach Peninsula.

Need to Know

  • The campground is a great option with many amenities.

  • It has incredible views of the Peninsula.

  • There are RV, tent, and cabin sites available, costing up to $190 a night.

  • RV sites are around $40 a night

Amenities

The campground offers the following amenities:

  • Beach trails

  • Area for clam cleaning

  • Common room

  • Bathrooms

  • Showers

  • Laundry

  • Garbage

  • Internet

  • Fishing

  • Cable TV

Cape Disappointment and the Lighthouse
Cape Disappointment with the lighthouse in the background

Nearby

Nearby, you can spend time visiting museums, going on horseback rides, seeing live music, paddling, hiking, golfing, biking, and much more.


Pros

  • A great location

  • Reasonably priced RV sites

Cons

  • The cabins are expensive

  • It can be busy in peak season


Best Time to Camp at Cape Disappointment


This area is known for having some absolutely beautiful weather in the summer but can be quite miserable in the winter with near-constant rain and very cold temperatures. We highly recommend visiting in the summer or fall. Or, if you want to avoid the crowds and don't mind the cold, the winter may be for you!



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