Dispersed Camping in Jefferson County, Washington
Showing 20 locations in Jefferson County.
Cascade Marine Trail Campsite - Kinney Point
A remote, boat-in-only campsite located at the southern tip of Marrowstone Island along the Cascade Marine Trail.
Cascadia Marine Trail Campsite - Fort Worden
A rustic walk-in or boat-in campsite situated directly along the shoreline of Fort Worden State Park. This specific site is strictly reserved for non-motorized watercraft travelers transit-camping along the Cascadia Marine Trail.
Cascadia Marine Trail Campsite - Wolfe Property State Park
A scenic marine-trail campsite located within Wolfe Property State Park on the shores of Hood Canal. Accessible primarily by human-powered watercraft along the Cascadia Marine Trail, this site offers a primitive camping experience with a vault toilet and fire rings.
Forest Spur (Olympic National Forest)
This forest spur road offers dispersed camping corridors within the scenic Olympic National Forest near Big Skidder Hill.
Fort Flagler State Park Campground
A historic state park situated directly on the water, offering a beautiful coastal environment with miles of multi-use trails, beach access, a boat launch, and old military gun emplacements. The developed campground features both dry campsites and full utility hookups, complete with restrooms and hot showers. Individual spots are located close to one another, offering limited natural privacy but excellent convenience. Highly accessible and well-suited for families and military history enthusiasts.
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Fort Townsend State Park
A beautiful, densely forested state park campground set on a historical military site south of Port Townsend. Features wooded campsites, hiker-biker specific spots, and direct access to shoreline trails. Due to the tight campsite layouts and narrow, winding park access roads, large trailers and class A RVs are not recommended.
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Fort Worden State Park Campground
This scenic state park campground features two distinct camping areas: a beachfront loop situated directly along the Puget Sound offering sweeping water views, and a forested upper loop providing more sheltered sites with trees and additional privacy. Facilities include utility hookups, clean restrooms with hot showers, and an accessible dump station, all located within walking distance of historic military fortifications and extensive hiking trails.
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Host Road Pull-off
A quiet pull-off nestled along forest roads near Port Hadlock, providing a simple, dispersed setup surrounded by coastal evergreen trees.
Jackman Street Stealth Parking
This roadside parking area is situated on Jackman Street directly west of the Jefferson County Fairgrounds. It serves as a convenient, paved shoulder for low-profile vehicles needing a quick overnight stop in Port Townsend. While the adjacent fairgrounds offer an open grassy area, there are no public restrooms or hookups on-site. Visitors should maintain a respectful presence and a low profile to prevent neighborhood issues.
Jefferson County Fairgrounds
This developed campground is located on a large grassy field at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds. It offers level grassy parking spaces, electric and water hookups, and a sewer dump station, making it a highly functional basecamp close to city amenities.
Lake Leland Campground
A charming and quiet county campground situated on a ridge overlooking Lake Leland. The sites are nestled under pine trees near a meadow and include picnic tables, fire pits, and basic vault toilets. This location features an adjacent fishing dock and a tranquil setting close to the main highway.
NW Kiwanis Camp
This private group and youth-focused camp facility near Port Hadlock-Irondale is typically restricted to organizations and community groups by reservation.
Oak Bay County Park Campground
This scenic campground is split into two sections: an upper area nestled among the trees with a playground, and a lower area situated directly on the beach. Offering beautiful views across the water, the park operates on a first-come, first-served basis. Basic amenities such as drinking water, flush toilets, and electric hookups are available, though the park closes seasonally for the winter. Fees were updated in late 2025 to range between $30 and $35 depending on the site.
Point Hudson Marina & RV Park
A scenic coastal RV park located right on the Puget Sound, offering unparalleled views of the marina and open water within walking distance of downtown Port Townsend.
Port Ludlow RV Park
An established private RV park situated conveniently in the Port Ludlow community, providing quick access to local trails and municipal amenities.
Port Townsend Downtown Street & Lot Parking
A collection of public parking areas and street parking options in downtown Port Townsend. While several designated public lots permit 24-hour parking, other street parking areas are subject to localized overnight enforcement or municipal limits. Most options are best suited for smaller, low-profile vehicles.
Port Townsend Urban Stealth Zone
An urban stealth parking area located along Washington Street near local businesses and the waterfront. While convenient for quick overnight stays in low-profile vehicles, campers should expect high visibility and potential municipal enforcement.