If you are looking to camp near the beach and soak in the Pacific Ocean vibe then Kalaloch Campground is the perfect campground for you!
Located right off of Highway 101 near the Kalaloch Lodge this campground offers stunning views of the ocean and easy access to the beach. There are 168 campsites including four accessible sites.
Reservations are required during peak season from May to September so make sure and plan ahead for your Olympic National Park trip!
You are literally steps away from the tide pools, amazing sunset views, the open water and pure relaxation!
Kalaloch Campground - Olympic National Park
Number of Sites: 168 campsites, including one group site and four accessible sites
Location in the park: Kalaloch Campground is located on a bluff in the southwest coast of the Olympic Peninsula in Olympic National Park next to Kalaloch Beach.
Campsite Cost: $22 to $44 a night
Payments accepted: Check and Cash during first come first serve season. Credit cards online when making a reservation
Reservations: Yes, on Recreation.gov from May 22, 2019, to September 8, 2019.
If you want a coveted beach view camping spot you will need to be ready to make your reservation months in advance!
Campground Address: Highway 101, Olympic National Park
Latitude/Longitude:
- Latitude:
- 47.6130556
- 47° 36' 47.0002" N
- Longitude:
- -124.3747222
- 124° 22' 28.9999" W
Accessible Sites: Yes, There are four accessible sites in Kalaloch Campground.
There is no handicap accessibility to the beach.
Pets Allowed: Pets are allowed but they must be on a leash less than 6 feet long.
Pets are not allowed inside park buildings or on specific trails.
Pets can be on the following trails: Rialto (to Ellen Creek) and Kalaloch beaches, Peabody Creek, Madison Falls and Spruce Railroad trails only
Kalaloch Campground Reservations
Are campground Reservations Available? Yes, on Recreation.gov
Phone Number? 360-565-3130
Online? on Recreation.gov
How Far Ahead can you make a reservation? individual campsites are released on a 6-month rolling basis
First Come, First Served? Yes, during the non-summer season.
Campground Amenities
Flush Toilets: Yes
Payphone:
Is wifi Available? No
Is cellular Phone Service Available? Yes, depending on your cell carrier
Is camp host available on site? Yes
Is firewood available for purchase? Firewood is available from Kalaloch Lodge, 0.5 miles south of the campground.
Amenities at each campsite
Fire pit in the site? Yes
Picnic Table in the site? Yes
Bear Box in site/area? Yes, Available near loop bathrooms, Food can be stored in your car at each campsite. Food Storage Lockers are available for campers who have biked or hiked into the campground.
Potable Water? Yes, Available near loop bathrooms.
RV Camping at Kalaloch Campground
RV Length: Most campsites in Kalaloch cannot accommodate large RVs or Trailers.
Sites for 21 feet and a few for 35 feet are available.
Read individual campsite details and warnings carefully before reserving a site.
Dump Station: Yes, a dump station is available for a $10 fee ($5 with a Senior or Access Pass) and is not included in the camping fee.
Generators:
Hookups: There are no hookups
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How to get to Campground
Kalaloch Campground is located on Highway 101 on the Pacific Coast of Washington. Approximately 34 miles south of Forks, Washington.
Follow Highway 101 and you will see the signs for the campground.
Campground Regulations
The maximum number of people in a campsite: Per site limit is 8 people
The number of cars per campsite: 2
Checkout time: 11:00 am
Quiet Hours: Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m
Maximum Stay: 7-day maximum stay limit.
Kalaloch Group Campsites
Phone reservations only
10 person minimum, 30 maximum
7-day maximum stay
$40 a night up to 10 people, $2 per additional person.
Pit toilets, water, limited parking, no beach access
Learn more about National Park Passes for parks that have an entrance fee.
$80.00 - For the America the Beautiful/National Park Pass. The pass covers entrance fees to all US National Park Sites and over 2,000 Federal Recreation Fee Sites for an entire year and covers everyone in the car for per-vehicle sites and up to 4 adults for per-person sites.
Buy your pass at this link, and REI will donate 10% of pass proceeds to the National Forest Foundation, National Park Foundation, and the U.S. Endowment for Forestry & Communities.
National Park Free Entrance Days -Mark your calendars with the five free entrance days the National Park Service offers annually.
Photos of Kalaloch Campground
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Where to stay when visiting Olympic National Park
There are multiple National Park Lodges within the park. Deciding on which lodge to stay in will largely depend on what part of the park you plan to explore because it certainly is one of those National Parks that you'll visit multiple times and still have something new to see (like we do!)
Kalaloch Lodge
Season: Year-round
Location: Along Highway 101 on the Pacific Ocean
The Kalaloch Lodge is a perfect place to stay while exploring the Olympic Peninsula and was indeed one of our favorite National Park Lodges we've ever stayed at. With well-equipped rooms and unbeatable views of Kalaloch Beach, you're sure to fall in love with this lodge.
Lake Crescent Lodge
Season: May to January
Location: Beside Lake Crescent, approximately 30 minutes from Port Angeles, Washington
The Lake Crescent Lodge boasts phenomenal views of Lake Crescent and offers a variety of accommodating options like cottages, lodge rooms, single tavern cottages, and more for you to choose from. If you end up deciding on a cottage (like we did), you'll get a chance to catch the gorgeous sunsets over the lake from your front porch. You can also rent kayaks from the property to go kayaking on the lake.
Log Cabin Resort
Season: May to September
Location: On the shore of Lake Crescent, 30 minutes from Port Angeles, Washington
The Log Cabin Resort includes chalets, camper cabins, RV/tent-camping sites, and more with stellar views of Lake Crescent. We stayed in a 2 Bedroom Kitchenette Cabin and had a great time at the place, which was spacious, had all the essentials, and a picnic table with a view, right outside the room.
Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort
Season: Mid-April to the end of October
Location: Right by the Sol Duc Hot Springs
The Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort is a rustic, serene property located by the hot springs. With a reservation at this resort, you'll also get access to swim in the hot springs, which was undoubtedly the highlight of our stay there. The property's prime location in the forested region also gives you easy access to the nearby trails, the Sol Duc Falls, River, and Valley.
Lodging near Olympic NP
Olympic NP borders multiple gateway communities including Port Angeles, Sequim, Port Townsend, La Push, Olympia, Forks, and Shelton.
Lake Quinault Lodge - At Lake Quinault Lodge, you can look forward to golfing on site, a terrace, and shopping on site. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. The onsite family restaurant, Roosevelt Room, features American cuisine. In addition to a firepit and mini golf, guests can connect to free in-room Wi-Fi. Available to book on Expedia
Tree house at Twilight Beach - Stunning Tree house looking over the Strait of Juan De Fuca is a total North-West Washington experience. It is made of cedar with rustic touches. Once you are inside you will never want to leave as the floor to ceiling window looks onto the straight and with constant moving landscape of cruise ships, wildlife, and bald eagles soaring across your window.
Olympic Inn & Suites - located in Port Angeles. Olympic Inn & Suites provides everything you need. Stay connected with free in-room Wi-Fi.
Red Lion Hotel Port Angeles Harbor - Take advantage of dry cleaning/laundry services, a fireplace in the lobby, and a bar at Red Lion Hotel Port Angeles Harbor. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location. Be sure to enjoy a meal at 48° North, the onsite restaurant. Free in-room Wi-Fi is available to all guests, along with a gym and a business center.
Quality Inn & Suites - Located in Sequim. Take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a gym at Quality Inn & Suites at Olympic NP. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Olympic Railway Inn - located in Sequim. Stay in converted Caboose Train cars!!! Each caboose has a different theme!
Click on the map below to see additional hotel and vacation rental rates in the area.
Additional Olympic National Park Resources
Check out all of the Olympic National Park Camping options. There are 14 campgrounds within the park
Olympic National Park Lodging - Check out our complete guide of all the places to stay within the park
Things to do in Olympic NP - Find out all of the top things to do in this great park.
Free National Park Days - Check out the 5 days a year the National Park Service waives entrance fees.
Most visited National Parks - Check out all of the top-visited parks in the United States
Moon Olympic Peninsula Guide Book
Olympic National Park trails map
Check out all of the Washington National Parks along with neighboring Oregon National Parks, Idaho National Parks, National Parks in Hawaii, and National Parks in Alaska
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