Grayland is a cranberry-farming town of about 900 people on WA-105, halfway between Westport’s charter docks and Tokeland’s oyster beds, with miles of hard-packed Pacific beach a 5-minute drive from anywhere in town. Camping here covers the full spread: RV sites tucked into coastal forest, tent pads, cabins, and state park loops behind the dunes. The draw is the coast itself, razor clamming in season, storm watching in winter, and beaches that empty out the day after Labor Day.
This guide covers camping near Grayland in all its forms: where the full hookups are, who takes tents and rents cabins, what the damp coastal weather does to a trip, and when to book. The featured park is Kenanna RV Resort by RJourney at 2959 WA-105, a year-round park with full-hookup RV sites, tent sites, pet-friendly cabins, a fenced dog park, and a half-mile rainforest trail on the property, about 2 miles from beach access at Grayland Beach State Park.
Where to Camp Near Grayland: Hookups, Tents, and Cabins
Kenanna RV Resort covers every camping style on one property. RV sites run full hookup with water, sewer, and 20/30/50-amp electric, in long pull-throughs that spare big rigs the backing-in math. Tent sites and cabins round out the options, and every site type is pet-friendly with no fees, no breed restrictions, and no limit on the number of dogs. Overnight rates start at $19.60, monthly stays at $822, and the park runs year-round with September-through-June rates lower than summer peak.
Grayland Beach State Park, about 2 miles down WA-105, puts 58 full-hookup sites right behind the dunes with trail access straight to the sand; it’s the one that fills first in summer and during clamming openings. Twin Harbors State Park, between Grayland and Westport, trades hookups for dune terrain, so plan to be more self-contained there. The pattern most repeat visitors settle on: state park when sand-at-your-step wins, Kenanna when hookups, the dog park, and a guaranteed spot win.
The Honest Version of Camping on This Coast
A few realities are worth knowing before you commit. The damp is constant, even in August, so crack a vent against condensation and pack rain gear no matter the forecast. The Pacific runs in the low 50s year-round; this is a beachcombing, clamming, and kite-flying coast, a swimming coast only for the brave. Cell service varies by carrier along WA-105, so confirm coverage before relying on it; Kenanna’s park-wide WiFi fills the gaps. Gas stations are thin in Grayland itself, so fuel up in Westport or Raymond on the way in.
None of this scares off the regulars. Guests at Kenanna cite the rainforest trail and the beach-to-forest contrast first, and some families have held reunions here since their kids were small. The coast asks a little preparation and pays it back in empty sand.
Timing a Grayland Camping Trip
August and September are the driest, sunniest months and the busiest; book those weekends early. Fall brings razor clamming openings, the October cranberry harvest flooding the bogs bright red along WA-105, and Dungeness crab off the Westport docks. Winter is storm-watching season, with big surf, the year’s lowest rates, and full hookups making electric heat a given. March and April add the gray whale migration, with charters and shore sightings out of Westport. Razor clam dig dates come from the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, often on a few days’ notice, so build flexibility into a clamming trip and have the shellfish license and clam gun ready before you arrive.
Kenanna RV Resort by RJourney: Your Washington Coast Base Camp
Kenanna RV Resort sits at 2959 WA-105 in Grayland, Washington, on the stretch of Pacific coast between Westport’s fishing fleet to the north and Tokeland’s oyster bay to the south. The park’s single in-and-out driveway, full-hookup sites, and on-site rainforest walking trail give RV campers a quieter, more private coastal base than the busier beach towns up and down WA-105. Grayland Beach State Park and direct beach access sit about 2 miles away, and Westport’s charter docks are 15 miles north. Full hookups with 20/30/50-amp electric, water, and sewer mean the coastal damp and chilly evenings are no problem: you will use heat more than AC out here. Year-round operation, with September-through-June rates lower than summer peak and weekday deals running year-round, and overnight stays starting at $19.60.
Sites & Hookups
Every RV site at Kenanna is full hookup: water, sewer, and electric with 20-amp, 30-amp, and 50-amp service. The 50-amp service covers larger rigs comfortably, though coastal weather means you will run heat more often than AC. Sites are described as long pull-throughs that handle big rigs without backing-in math; the data also lists some back-in sites, so confirm the exact layout when you book if site length is critical. Tent sites and cabins round out the options for travelers without a rig. Picnic tables sit at every site, ready for a crab feed or a campfire dinner. The park has one way in and one way out, a long driveway that funnels in from WA-105, and guests consistently mention this layout in reviews: leaving the site for a full day of clamming or a charter trip feels lower-risk because no one is wandering through.
What's On-Site
The amenity list at Kenanna runs to what coastal-Washington RV campers actually need. Full hookups at every site, WiFi across the property, laundry, restrooms and showers, and picnic tables at every site. A playground for kids and a dedicated, fenced dog park for off-leash time after a day in the truck. The rainforest walking trail is the on-site signature: a half-mile loop through moss-covered coastal forest, soft underfoot and shaded even on a clear day, ideal for a morning walk before the beach. Firewood is sold at the office and propane is available on-site, which spares you a run into Westport or Raymond, and you will want a campfire most evenings out here. Horseshoes and outdoor games are on hand, and clamming, crabbing, and fishing are all within minutes of the park.
What Guests Say
4.5 stars across 378 Google reviews. What works: guests cite the rainforest trail and the coastal setting first, with the contrast between the Pacific beach 2 miles away and the rainforest surrounding the park as the standout. Darcy and the team draw repeat positive mentions for going beyond the expected, with guests describing staff noticing trailer hookups that are not right, or low tires, and fixing them before anyone asks. Some families have held reunions here since the kids were small; others come every year for ocean fishing season and end with a fish fry on their last evening. What guests flag: peak summer fills fast (the state park nearby fills first), coastal damp is constant so crack a vent against condensation even in summer, and cell service varies by carrier, so confirm coverage before relying on it. Razor clamming is the trip-defining experience for many, so check WDFW openings before timing a stay around it.
Other RV Camping Options in the Grayland Area
Kenanna is the featured base, but the state parks behind the dunes are real alternatives if direct beach access outranks hookups and a dog park. Policies and availability change, especially in summer and clamming season, so call ahead before making plans.
Grayland Beach State Park
Full-hookup RV sites sit behind the dunes with trail access straight to the beach, the draw for campers who want sand a few steps away. Reservations fill quickly in summer and during clamming season, and there is no on-site dog park. Reserve through Washington State Parks. Visit website.
Twin Harbors State Park
Beach access plus 3 miles of dune trails between Grayland and Westport. A good option for campers who want varied dune terrain, but hookups are limited, so plan to be more self-contained than at a full-hookup park. Reserve through Washington State Parks. Visit website.
Westport Light State Park
A 1.3-mile paved trail runs along the dunes from the Westport Lighthouse, the tallest on the Washington coast, toward Westhaven State Park. This is a day-use park with no camping, but it makes an easy outing from a Grayland-area base when you want a flat, scenic walk and beach access. Visit website.
Things to Do From Your Grayland RV Base
Grayland Beach stretches for miles in both directions, wide and flat with hard-packed sand near the waterline, open for walking, beachcombing, kite flying, and razor clamming in season. Beach access from Kenanna is about 1.9 miles either direction. The Pacific here runs in the low 50s even in summer, so this is a beachcombing-and-clamming coast more than a swimming one. Westport, 15 miles north, anchors charter fishing for salmon, lingcod, halibut, and tuna, plus Dungeness crab from the docks once the fall season opens.
The half-mile rainforest loop at Kenanna is the easiest on-site trail, soft ground that is gentle on feet and paws after the beach. South of Grayland along Willapa Bay, the Willapa National Wildlife Refuge has hiking trails through coastal forest and estuary habitat, with the short, forested Cutthroat Climb and Art trails near the headquarters. Cranberry bogs line WA-105 between Grayland and Westport; October harvest floods them bright red, and some farms allow visitors. The bogs are worth seeing any time of year and give the drive a character found nowhere else on the Pacific coast.
About 15 miles north, Westport has the marina, the charter fleet, and more dining and shopping. South toward Tokeland and Bay Center, Willapa Bay is a major oyster region with the historic Tokeland Hotel and bay fishing and crabbing; the Shoalwater Bay Casino sits about 5 miles south of Kenanna. About 45 minutes south, the Long Beach Peninsula has a larger concentration of restaurants, shops, the World Kite Museum, and Cape Disappointment State Park, a solid full-day trip from your Grayland base.
Seasonal Guide for RV Camping Near Grayland
Late Spring & Summer (May through September)
Peak season. Daytime temps run from the high 50s into the mid-60s, with occasional warm spells into the 70s. August and September are typically the driest, sunniest months, and fog is common on June and July mornings. Salmon fishing runs out of Westport. Razor clamming is usually closed in summer due to marine toxin levels. Book early for summer weekends.
Fall (October through November)
Cranberry harvest and the start of razor clamming. Temperatures drop into the 50s and rain becomes more frequent. Crowds thin after Labor Day, leaving long stretches of beach to yourself. Dungeness crab season opens in Westport, and fresh crab off the docks is one of the best food experiences on the coast.
Winter (December through February)
Storm-watching season: temperatures in the 40s, heavy rain, and big surf. Razor clamming seasons often open during winter months. Rates are at their lowest and the coast feels like it belongs to you. Make sure your rig handles cold, wet conditions; Kenanna’s full hookups and electric heat make it workable.
Early Spring (March through April)
Gray whale migration peaks, with whale-watching charters out of Westport and shore sightings possible. Razor clamming dates continue, wildflowers bloom in the dunes, and the days lengthen. Cool and wet, but quieter and cheaper than summer, a good window for a clamming-focused stay.
Practical RV Tips for the Washington Coast
Even in summer, coastal air is damp. Run your rig's dehumidifier or crack a vent to prevent condensation buildup, and bring rain gear for beach walks regardless of the forecast.
Gas stations are limited in the immediate area. Westport and Raymond both have fuel. Fill your tank and any portable cans before settling in.
Coverage on this stretch is acceptable on most major carriers but varies, so do not count on strong signal everywhere. Park-wide WiFi at Kenanna helps fill the gaps; confirm your provider before relying on it for anything time-sensitive.
If your trip overlaps a razor clamming opening, bring a clam gun or shovel and a Washington shellfish license. Openings are sometimes announced with only a few days' notice, so having gear ready means you will not miss out.
Do not transport firewood long distances; buy it locally to prevent the spread of invasive insects. Kenanna sells firewood on-site, and you will go through it, coastal evenings are chilly even in summer and campfires are practically a nightly ritual.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I go camping near Grayland, WA?
Kenanna RV Resort by RJourney on WA-105 covers RV sites, tent sites, and cabins on one pet-friendly property with a fenced dog park and a half-mile rainforest trail. Grayland Beach State Park, about 2 miles away, has 58 full-hookup sites behind the dunes, and Twin Harbors State Park offers more rustic camping toward Westport.
Does Kenanna RV Resort have tent camping?
Yes. Kenanna has tent sites alongside its full-hookup RV sites and cabins, with picnic tables at every site and firewood sold at the office. Tent sites follow the same pet policy as the rest of the park: no fees, no breed restrictions, and no limit on dogs.
Is there camping in Westport, WA?
The closest camping to Westport is Twin Harbors State Park, between Westport and Grayland on WA-105. Westport Light State Park is day-use only. Kenanna RV Resort sits 15 miles south of Westport, close enough that charter-fishing trips out of the marina work easily from a Grayland base.
Is Grayland in eastern Washington?
No, the opposite. Grayland sits on the Pacific coast in Grays Harbor County, about as far west as you can camp in Washington. If you searched RV camping in eastern Washington, expect a very different landscape there; Grayland delivers ocean beaches, coastal rainforest, and razor clamming instead.
How much does camping near Grayland cost?
Overnight stays at Kenanna RV Resort start at $19.60, with monthly stays from $822. September-through-June rates run lower than summer peak, and weekday deals run year-round. The state parks nearby charge standard Washington State Parks camping fees.
When should I book a summer site near Grayland?
Early. Summer weekends fill fast across the area, and Grayland Beach State Park typically fills first, especially when a razor clamming opening lands on a weekend. Kenanna’s year-round operation and single in-and-out driveway make it the steadier bet for late planners, but August still goes quickly.
What makes Kenanna different from Grayland Beach State Park?
About 2 miles separate them. The state park wins on direct beach access behind the dunes. Kenanna wins on the fenced dog park, the on-site half-mile rainforest loop, full hookups at every site, cabins, and a quieter single-driveway layout guests mention in reviews when they leave for a full day of clamming.
Plan Your Camping Trip on the Washington Coast
Kenanna RV Resort by RJourney gives you a clean, secure base camp on one of the most underrated stretches of the Pacific Northwest coast. Full hookups with 20/30/50-amp service, beach access about 2 miles out, a half-mile rainforest trail, a fenced dog park, and a no-fee pet policy. Guests come back for the clamming, the fishing, the storm watching, and the quiet only a working coast can offer. Overnight rates start at $19.60, with monthly stays from $822.
See all site types, rates, and live availability on the Kenanna RV Resort page.
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