Home › Washington › Willaby Campground
Willaby Campground
FSU.S. Forest Service — Quinault · Washington · Olympic National Forest
| Agency | FSU.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Area | Olympic National Forest |
| Location | Quinault · Washington · Olympic National Forest · 47.46133, -123.86054 · Map |
| Sites | 21 public sites counted from the federal listing — 21 tent only nonelectric |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 0 of 21 sites Water hookups at 0 of 21 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 21 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 21 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Longest reported site fits 30 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 7 sites · 30 ft: 3 sites · 35 ft: 0 sites · 40 ft: 0 sites |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Extra vehicle fee $5 per vehicle per night. |
| Check-in / out | In 2:00 PM · Out 11:00 AM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 21 sites, as reported |
| Accessibility | N |
| Phone | 360-288-0203 |
Check availability & book on Recreation.gov →
This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-08-10.
From the official listing
Overview The forested slopes of Olympic National Park provide a scenic backdrop across Lake Quinault. Towering conifers including Sitka spruce, Douglas-fir, western hemlock and western red cedar provide dense shade for this beautiful setting. The forest floor is covered with lush rain forest plants including moss, ferns, false lily-of-the-valley and oxalis.
Recreation The forest features 10 miles of hiking trails and many waterfalls within walking distance of the campground.
Lake Quinault is part of the Quinault Indian Nation As such,You must have a fishing permit and or boat permit through the Quinault Indian Nation. Both may be purchased through local merchants. Lake Quinault Lodge offers boat and kayak rentals as well as a number of interpretive tours.
Facilities There are 21 campsites that can accommodate tents, trailers and RVs up to 16 feet in length, however no hook ups are provided. Some sites are in wooded areas and others are not; many of the sites have a view of the lake. The campground has a potable water system. The site also has a barrier-free flush toilet as well as several accessible camp and picnic sites. Natural Features The forested slopes of Olympic National Park provide a scenic backdrop across Lake Quinault. Towering conifers including Sitka spruce, Douglas-fir, western hemlock and western red cedar provide dense shade for this beautiful setting. The forest floor is covered with lush rain forest plants including moss, ferns, false lily-of-the-valley and oxalis. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (360) 288-2525. Nearby Attractions Nearby, Lake Quinault Lodge offers a restaurant and gift shop. Short trails in the area include the Big Spruce Tree Trail, Forest Service Nature Trail, Kestner Homestead Trail and the Maple Glade Trail. Explore the ocean beaches close-by as well as the National Fish Hatchery. For a more adventuresome day, drive up the valley to hike along the rivers or climb the 4,200 ft. Colonel Bob Peak for expansive views of the mountains and valleys on a clear day. Charges & Cancellations Reserved sites must be occupied within 24 hours or the site will be forfetied for remainder of reservation.
Directions, from the listing
From Seattle Travel on 1-5 south to Olympia, take highway 101 N toward Aberdeen. Take state highway 8, this turns into highway 12 which will get you to Aberdeen. From Aberdeen, WA travel 40 miles north on Highway 101 to South Shore Road. Take South Shore road 1.5 miles to Willaby Campground. Entrance to campground is from the South Shore Road just beyond the Quinault Rain Forest Nature Trailhead.
Nearest federal campgrounds
1 mi straight-line · Quinault WashingtonFSU.S. Forest ServiceGatton Creek Campground/Day Use Area
1 mi straight-line · WashingtonFSU.S. Forest ServiceCoho Campground
13 mi straight-line · Quilcene WashingtonFSU.S. Forest ServiceWynoochee Lake Shore Trailhead - Coho Campground
13 mi straight-line · WashingtonFSU.S. Forest ServiceSatsop Campground
15 mi straight-line · Washington
Trip Card — Willaby Campground
Quinault · Washington · Olympic National Forest
| Agency | FS · U.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Location | Quinault · Washington · Olympic National Forest |
| Fees | Extra vehicle fee $5 per vehicle per night. |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | None reported |
| Max RV | Up to 30 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 21 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/119290 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.