Stay in an RV, Tent, or Cabin near Ariel, Washington, United States

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500 campgrounds 4,064 available sites
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Cedar Grove Campground

Salem, OR · 64 mi from Ariel

4.3 (28 reviews)

Cedar Grove Campground requires reservations made online or via the mobile app, as no cash or cards are accepted on-site. Located 6 mi south of Glen Avon Bridge, it offers 10 tent campsites with amenities such as fire rings, BBQ grills, and picnic...

  • Tent sites: 10
  • Pet friendly
  • River Access
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Fan Creek Recreation Site

Salem, OR · 64.1 mi from Ariel

4.1 (31 reviews)

Fan Creek Recreation Site offers camping from May to September, with some campgrounds open through elk season. Visitors should bring their own water during months when potable sources may be turned off, and reservations can be made on recreation.g...

  • Tent sites: 4
  • Potable Water
  • Parking
  • Pet friendly
  • River Access
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Fivemile Butte Lookout

Mt. Hood, OR · 65.3 mi from Ariel

4.8 (91 reviews)

Fivemile Butte Lookout is open for year-round reservations, offering stunning mountain views and outdoor activities like hiking and wildlife viewing. In winter, access requires skiing, snowmobiling, or snowshoeing, while summer allows direct drivi...

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Elk Bend Recreation Site

Salem, OR · 66 mi from Ariel

4.9 (7 reviews)

Elk Bend Recreation Site offers camping from May to September, with amenities like potable water available during peak months. Reservations can be made online, but visitors should download the Recreation.gov app beforehand due to lack of cell rece...

  • Tent sites: 1
  • Pet friendly
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Cougar Rock Group Campground

Longmire, WA · 67.1 mi from Ariel

4.5 (27 reviews)

Cougar Rock Group Campground is situated on the southwest side of Mt. Rainier National Park, near the popular Paradise area, where visitors can enjoy hiking trails and stunning views of the mountain. The campground offers group campsite reservatio...

  • Tent sites: 5
  • Parking
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Cougar Rock Campground

Longmire, WA · 67.1 mi from Ariel

4.5 (1422 reviews)

Cougar Rock Campground, situated on the southwest side of Mt. Rainier National Park near Paradise, offers reservable individual and group campsites. Paradise features a lodge, visitor center, and extensive hiking trails with stunning views of the ...

  • RV sites: 51
  • Tent sites: 118
  • Potable Water
  • Picnic Table
  • Parking
  • Restrooms
Closed for Season

Aquila Vista Recreation Site

Salem, OR · 67.3 mi from Ariel

4.0 (1 review)

Aquila Vista Recreation Site is currently closed for wildfire hazard tree removal and will reopen mid-May through mid-October for group camping (up to 30 people and 20 vehicles). The site features a beaver pond, hiking trails, and amenities like p...

  • Tent sites: 1
  • Picnic Table
  • Parking
  • Fire Pit
  • Campfire Ring

Rogers Wayside Park

Silverton, OR · 67.6 mi from Ariel

Rogers Wayside Park features an Evergreen group picnic shelter that can host up to 75 people, equipped with 4 tables, a barbecue, and a trash can. A spacious lawn area, restrooms, and a BMX track are conveniently located nearby.

  • Picnic Table
  • Restrooms
  • Grill
  • BBQ

Explore Ariel, WA

Nearby city: Portland, OR

Approx. 31 mi away (straight-line distance)

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Explore Ariel, WA

Nearby city: Portland, OR

Approx. 31 mi away (straight-line distance)

About Ariel, Washington

Ariel, Washington is a quiet jumping-off point for camping in the forested foothills of southwest Washington. Campgrounds and RV parks near Ariel sit among evergreens and along nearby lakes and rivers, giving easy access to paddling, fishing, and family-friendly day hikes. It’s a good base for weekend camping trips, with shaded tent sites, cozy cabins, and glamping stays tucked into the woods.

You’ll find 482 places to stay nearby, with options for RVs, tent camping, cabins, and glamping. Nightly rates often start around $20, average about $47, and can reach $285, depending on season and amenities. Summer brings the most availability, shoulder seasons are calmer, and a smaller set of sites remain open through winter. Book early for weekends, and check seasonal road and fire updates before you go.

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