Willaby Campground

353 South Shore Road PO box 9
Quinault, WA 98575

Olympic National Forest camping stay limitations

Camping on the Olympic National Forest within the same developed recreation site is limited to 14 consecutive days. Camping on any National Forest System lands is limited to 21 days per calendar year.

UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

FOREST SERVICE

OLYMPIC NATIONAL FOREST

ORDER # 06-09-26-08

Pursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 CFR § 261.50(a), the following acts are prohibited within the boundaries of the Olympic National Forest as shown and described in Exhibits A & B. This order will be effective from June 5th, 2026, through June 5th, 2028, unless rescinded sooner.

PROHIBITION:

Camping for a total of 21 days per calendar year on National Forest System lands. [36 CFR § 261.58(a)]
Camping for longer than 14 consecutive days at the same location within a developed recreation site. [36 CFR § 261.58(a)]

PROHIBITION AREA DESCRIPTION:

All National Forest System lands, including all developed recreation sites, within the Olympic National Forest. See Exhibits A & B.

EXEMPTIONS:

Pursuant to 36 CFR § 261.50(e), the following persons are exempt from this Order:

Any Federal, State, or local officer, or member of an organized rescue or fire-fighting force in the performance of an official duty.
Persons with Forest Service Permit No. FS-7700-48 (Permit for Use of Roads, Trails, or Areas Restricted by Regulation or Order), specifically exempting them from this order.

This prohibition is in addition to the general prohibitions in 36 CFR Part 261, Subpart A.

Violations of this prohibition are punishable by a fine of not more than $5,000 for an individual or $10,000 for an organization, or imprisonment for not more than 6 months, or both (16 U.S.C. § 551; 18 U.S.C. §§ 3551, 3571, and 3581).

Executed in Olympia, Washington, this 5th day of June, 2026.

JOYCE HAMILLA

Forest Supervisor

Olympic National Forest

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

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.

Camp site features

Across 21 camp sites:

Picnic table: all 21 sites
Pets allowed: all 21 sites
Longest RV: 30 ft
Largest party: 4 people
Equipment: Tent

Fees

Extra vehicle fee $5 per vehicle per night.

Directions

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.

Stay Limit

Check in from 2 PM, check out by 11 AM.

Reviews

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Elbereth L

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Reviewed 10 days ago

Camped a very rainy weekend here. Sites are beautiful, and several have a water view. #7 is a bit funny with its shape, and the tent pad had big tree roots right in front so you do need to watch your step. However, it was one of the more private campsites as the tent pad area didn’t have an immediate neighbor. It was amazing to hear the fish jumping in the lake while going to sleep and when waking up - what a lovely place!

Anna R

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Reviewed 11 days ago

Very beautiful campsite was amazing felt rlly safe

Maria C

Loop:Willaby

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Reviewed 16 days ago

I occupied site #11 and it is beautiful! I arrived after dark so it was nice to use the car lights to light the area while I set up the tent. It’s a great spot if you have multiple parties camping as #10 right next to the site. I will absolutely be back next year. The lake is so clear and fresh. Very clean facilities.

Vanessa Y

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Reviewed 20 days ago

Campsite was quiet and beautiful, we stayed at site 11 which I highly recommend if your Car camping as your parking spot is not in the main loop and its more private, you also get a nice view of the lake. However site 12 is right next to you and if it was occupied all the privacy would have gone away. If you are with another group I definitely recommend 11 and 12 together. We went in mid October during the week and the site had lots of space and availability. *if your tent camping I recommend site 9, it is extremely private. Overall great campground nice bathrooms!

jana k

Loop:Willaby

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Reviewed a month ago

Beautiful spot!

Raymond H

Loop:Willaby

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Reviewed a month ago

Nice campground with lots of trees, is laid out in a way that feels somewhat private, the lake is awesome, the bathrooms have tons of moths

Availability

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