7 Nearby Campgrounds for Seattle-Area Families to Reserve Now
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Two girls explore the beach at Penrose Point State Park. Credit: Allison Sutcliffe
Penrose Point State Park
South Puget Sound’s Penrose Point State Park sits on the Key Peninsula, less than an hour’s drive from Tacoma and about two hours from Seattle. This family-friendly campground combines deep forest with 2 miles of Puget Sound shoreline. On the 2.5 miles of hiking and biking trails, your crew will be dwarfed by Douglas fir, western red cedar and other towering trees. Play on the beach and admire the view of Mount Rainier. This park has 82 campsites that are in the trees and shady. It’s a short walk to the water.
On the other side of the Kitsap Peninsula is Joemma Beach State Park, another fantastic state parks campground for your summer adventures if Penrose campsites are full. About 40 minutes away on Hood Canal, Belfair State Park is also popular with families and may have weekend availability.
Next stop: Lake Easton
