Fort Ebey State Park, Main Campground campground
Fort Ebey State Park, Main Campground
The surrounding views of the park are breathtaking, with panoramic vistas of the Strait of Juan de Fuca and the Olympic Mountains. Visitors can also enjoy views of the nearby Admiralty Inlet and Whidbey Island.
There are several points of interest to explore in the area, including the historic Fort Ebey, which was built during World War II to defend the Puget Sound. The park also offers 25 miles of hiking trails, perfect for exploring the lush forest, scenic bluffs, and coastal areas.
Campground amenities include restrooms, showers, picnic tables, fire rings, and a playground. There is also a nearby dump station for RVs.
Interesting facts about the area include the fact that Fort Ebey was once a strategic military base, and the park is now a popular destination for birdwatching and wildlife viewing.
The best time of year to visit Fort Ebey State Park is during the summer months when temperatures range from the mid-60s to low 70s. Fall and spring are also popular times to visit, with average temperatures in the mid-50s to low 60s. Winter temperatures can range from the mid-40s to low 50s, making it a great time for a quiet getaway.
Sources:
- Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission. (n.d.). Fort Ebey State Park. https://parks.state.wa.us/506/Fort-Ebey
- Visit Whidbey Island. (n.d.). Fort Ebey State Park. https://visitwhidbey.com/fort-ebey-state-park/
What's on-site at Fort Ebey State Park, Main Campground
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Fort Ebey State Park, Main Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hiker/Biker Site | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Fort Ebey State Park | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Rhododendron County Park | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Beach - Fort Worden State Park | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Fort Casey State Park | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Fort Ebey State Park, Main Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Dungeness River Near Sequim | 267 cfs | → |
| Tulalip Creek Above East Branch Near Tulalip | 7 cfs | → |
| East Branch Tulalip Creek Nr Mouth Nr Tulalip | 2 cfs | → |
| Tulalip Creek Near Tulalip | 18 cfs | → |
| Skagit River Near Mount Vernon | 17,100 cfs | → |
| Mission Creek Near Tulalip | 11 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Fort Ebey State Park, Main Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
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| Dungeness | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Dungeness | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Mount Crag | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Mount Crag | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Waterhole | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Waterhole | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Fort Ebey State Park
- Coupeville Town Park
- Rhododendron Park
- Fort Nugent Park
- Fort Casey Historical State Park
- Ebey's Landing National Historical Reserve
Boat launches
- Northeast 9th Street 504, Coupeville
- Scenic Heights Road 592, Island County
- Kuhn Street 5799, Port Townsend
- Harbor Defense Way, Port Townsend
- South Engle Road 1398, Coupeville
- South Beeksma Drive Oak Harbor
Points of interest
- Point Colville
- Chadwick Scenic Point
- Chadwick Scenic Point 2
- Iceberg Point Scenic Point
- Cattle Point
- Mt. Walker Viewpoint
Paddle runs
- Sleepy Hollow Creek To Olympic Nf Boundary
- Usfs Road 2870 Bridge To Confluence With Dungeness River
- Olympic Nf/Olympic Np Boundary To Usfs Road 2870 Bridge
- Silver Creek To Sleepy Hollow Creek
- Forest Road 2860 Bridge To Silver Creek
- Canyon Creek To Confluence With North Fork Stillaguamish River
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Fort Ebey State Park, Main Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Fort Ebey State Park, Main Campground
Can I make reservations at Fort Ebey State Park, Main Campground?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Fort Ebey State Park, Main Campground?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Fort Ebey State Park, Main Campground.