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10 Things to Do With Kids Around Seattle the Last Days of Summer 2022

Great ideas to make the most of summer’s last weeks

Nancy Chaney
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Published on: July 28, 2022

10 Things to Do With Kids Around Seattle the Last Days of Summer 2022

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Sleep under the stars

Well ... you might prefer the coziness of your tent, but sleeping outside sounds pretty nice on a warm August night. If you don’t have a campsite reservation, check out our guide to camping on the fly. It highlights some great first come, first served campgrounds around Washington, plus includes tips for your best chances of getting a site.

If you prefer the certainty of a reservation, these campgrounds are a good bet for Seattle-area families or check the State Parks reservation site for availability. Tip: Start checking Wednesday or Thursday if you’re looking for a weekend; people start canceling and open sites pop up. (If you’re trying to reserve the same day, note that you’ll need to call; online reservations are only accepted up to one day in advance of arrival).

Or here’s a simpler idea — one that you can even opt out of if your kids are old enough or you can convince your partner to supervise — stage a backyard campout. This includes many of the fun aspects of camping and sleeping outdoors, but leaves several of the hassles behind.

Next adventure: roll it out

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