Best camping near Des Moines
11 campgrounds · 11 ranked · updated 2026-07-13 · off-season
Explore the best camping near Des Moines, Washington — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.
Showing the top 11 of 11 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Point Robinson Campground
Good
2.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 47°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 80°F
Located in the state of Washington, Point Robinson Campground offers a serene and picturesque camping experience. This campground provides a range of amenities to enhance…
Why 90: live conditions (good) · 385 things to do within 15 mi
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#2
Dash Point State Park
Good
6.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 49°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 84°F
Dash Point State Park is a beautiful camping area located in Washington state. The campground offers a range of amenities to enhance visitors' experience, including picnic tables…
Why 90: live conditions (good) · 313 things to do within 15 mi
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#3
Dash Point Campground
Good
6.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 49°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 84°F
Dash Point Campground is a popular camping area located in the state of Washington. The campground offers a range of amenities to enhance the camping experience. Campers can take…
Why 90: live conditions (good) · 310 things to do within 15 mi
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#4
Kanaskat-Palmer State Park Campground
Good
19.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 47°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 80°F
Kanaskat-Palmer State Park Campground in Washington offers 50+ established campsites (including RV sites) nestled in a lush forest along the Green River—no dispersed camping…
Why 90: live conditions (good) · 107 things to do within 15 mi
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#5
Kanaskat Palmer Recreation Area
Good
20.0 mi away
· Mild night · low 47°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 80°F
Kanaskat-Palmer State Park in Washington offers established campsites only (no dispersed camping), with reservations recommended via the Washington State Parks website. Fees…
Why 90: live conditions (good) · 103 things to do within 15 mi
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#6
Gig Harbor RV Resort
Good
13.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 49°F· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium· Comfortable day · high 84°F
Gig Harbor RV Resort in Washington offers established campsites only—no dispersed camping. Reservations are recommended, especially in peak season. There are nightly fees…
Why 88: live conditions (good) · 210 things to do within 15 mi
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#7
Cascadia Marine Trail
Good
16.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 47°F· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium· Comfortable day · high 80°F
The Cascadia Marine Trail camping area in Washington offers stunning views of the Puget Sound and surrounding islands. Nearby activities include kayaking and exploring the nearby…
Why 88: live conditions (good) · 357 things to do within 15 mi
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#8
Manchester State Park
Good
16.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 47°F· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium· Comfortable day · high 80°F
Manchester State Park is a picturesque camping area located in Washington state. The campground offers various amenities to make visitors' stay comfortable and enjoyable. The park…
Why 88: live conditions (good) · 328 things to do within 15 mi
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#9
Manchester State Park Campground
Good
16.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 47°F· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium· Comfortable day · high 80°F
Manchester State Park Campground is located in the state of Washington, offering a serene and picturesque camping experience. The campground provides a range of amenities to…
Why 88: live conditions (good) · 327 things to do within 15 mi
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#10
Kopachuck State Park
Good
18.0 mi away
· Mild night · low 46°F· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium· Comfortable day · high 85°F
Kopachuck State Park, located in Washington State, offers a serene camping experience for nature enthusiasts. The campground provides a range of amenities, including picnic…
Why 88: live conditions (good) · 172 things to do within 15 mi
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#11
Illahee State Park
Good
19.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 47°F· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium· Comfortable day · high 80°F
Illahee State Park, located in the state of Washington, offers a delightful camping experience with a range of amenities. The campground provides numerous facilities, including…
Why 88: live conditions (good) · 282 things to do within 15 mi
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Camping near Des Moines
The Des Moines area has 11 campgrounds on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.
How we rank the best camping near Des Moines
How are these campgrounds ranked?
Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.
How often does it update?
Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.
What do the numbers on the map mean?
Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.