Yurt Camping in Washington: 7 State Parks + Comfier Yurt Stays
Washington has two kinds of yurts.
There are the cheap state park ones, where you bring your own sheets and walk to the bathroom. And there are the cozy ones, with real beds, hot tubs, and zero shared showers.
Here’s both, sorted by region, so you can find a yurt near wherever you’re headed.
📌 BEFORE YOU GO: State park yurts book up to 9 months out • Bring your own bedding • Bathrooms are a short walk away • Only some allow dogs
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State Park Yurts vs. Comfier Yurts
- State park yurts: Cheap, simple, and right in the park. You get a bunk bed, a futon, electric heat, and lights. You bring the bedding. Bathrooms and showers are a short walk away.
- Comfier yurts and glamping: Private rentals with made-up beds, real bathrooms, and often a hot tub. You pay more, but you pack way less.
Below, each region lists its state park yurts first (if it has any), then our comfier picks nearby.
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1. Long Beach and the South Coast
Wild beaches, two lighthouses, and the mouth of the Columbia River.
- Cape Disappointment State Park (state park): Your base for two lighthouses and miles of beach. No dogs in the yurts. Here’s our full Cape Disappointment guide.
- Long Beach Camping Resort Yurt: A yurt inside a Thousand Trails campground on the Long Beach Peninsula. Same yurt vibe, but you book it like a hotel.
More stays: Cozy cabins near Long Beach
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2. Westport and Ocean Shores
Three state parks with yurts, all on the beach side of the central coast. This is THE spot for cheap winter storm watching.
- Grayland Beach State Park (state park): Tucked behind the dunes south of Westport. The most dog-friendly pick, with about a dozen yurts that allow pets.
- Twin Harbors State Park (state park): Just south of Westport, so surf lessons and the tallest lighthouse in Washington are minutes away. Dogs only in yurt Y200.
- Pacific Beach State Park (state park): North of Ocean Shores, with the beach right there. No dogs in the yurts.
More stays: Cozy cabins near Westport | Ocean Shores
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3. Olympic Peninsula
No state park yurts out here, but the glamping is good, and you’re close to Hurricane Ridge, Lake Crescent, and the rainforest.
- Under the Cedars Glamping: A glamping tent with a hot tub in Port Angeles. Guests rate it a 9.8.
More stays: Cozy cabins near Port Angeles | Forks. Or see our guide on where to stay in Olympic National Park.
4. Seattle and Vashon Island
Yes, you can yurt it without leaving the Seattle area.
- Vashon Forest Yurt: A forest yurt with Puget Sound views, a short ferry ride from Seattle. 9.2 from 40 reviews. Heads up: it’s dry camping, so no running water.
- Relax in the City Yurt: A yurt in Tukwila, near SeaTac airport. Handy for a fun first or last night in Washington.
More stays: Cozy cabins on Vashon Island
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5. Enumclaw and the Mount Rainier Foothills
About an hour from Seattle, with Mount Rainier right up the road. One state park and two hot tub yurts about 15 minutes apart.
- Kanaskat-Palmer State Park (state park): Forest yurts on the Green River. Dogs only in yurt Y16.
- Celestial Yurt: A Buckley yurt with its own cedar hot tub, about an hour to Mount Rainier and the ski areas. 9.6 from guests.
- Heart Yurt: Same host as Celestial, also with a cedar hot tub. A perfect 10 so far.
More stays: Cozy cabins near Enumclaw | Ashford
6. Bellingham and the Skagit Valley
Up north near Chuckanut Drive, with Mount Baker as your backyard.
- Hideaway Off Grid Yurt: An off-grid yurt for two in Bellingham. 9.6 from 43 reviews.
- Mount Vernon Camping Resort Yurt: A Thousand Trails yurt in Bow, near Chuckanut Drive. You book it like a hotel.
More stays: Cozy cabins near Bellingham
7. North Cascades and the Methow Valley
Big mountains in summer, cross-country skiing in winter.
- Sunflower Yurt: A yurt in Mazama, way up the Methow Valley. Guests give it a perfect 10.
More stays: Cozy cabins near Winthrop
8. Mount St. Helens and Southwest Washington
Two state parks with yurts, both easy stops off I-5.
- Seaquest State Park (state park): Five yurts in the woods near Silver Lake, on the way to Mount St. Helens. Dogs only in yurt Y2.
- Paradise Point State Park (state park): On the East Fork Lewis River, north of Vancouver, WA. Great if you’re coming up from Portland. No dogs in the yurts.
More stays: Cozy cabins near Castle Rock | Vancouver, WA
9. Columbia River Gorge
The best spot in Washington for a fancy yurt. Hike all day, then sit in a hot tub. Plus, Oregon is right across the river.
- Yurt at Rivendell: Our top pick. A forest yurt in White Salmon with a hot tub, and it’s dog-friendly. 9.8 from guests.
- Under Canvas Columbia River Gorge: Safari tents from one of the big glamping brands. It’s seasonal, so check the open dates.
- Unique Yurt with a Hot Tub: Another hot tub yurt in White Salmon. Good backup if Rivendell’s booked.
More stays: Cozy cabins near White Salmon | Stevenson
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10. Central Washington
Dry, sunny, and concert-ready.
- Cave B Yurt: Yurts at Cave B in Quincy, close to the Gorge Amphitheatre. Concert weekend, sorted.
More stays: Cozy stays near Quincy
How to Book a Washington State Park Yurt
- Book online at Washington State Parks reservations, or call (888) 226-7688.
- Book early. You can reserve up to 9 months ahead, and summer weekends go first.
- Bringing a dog? Pick one of the pet-friendly yurts. It’s $15 a night, max two pets.
- Pack your bedding. The yurts have mattresses, but no sheets or pillows.
What to Pack for a State Park Yurt
- Sheets or sleeping bags, plus pillows
- A headlamp for the walk to the bathroom
- Slippers or flip flops
- Rain gear (it’s Washington)
- Your food, a cooler, and firewood
Yurt Camping FAQs
Are Washington state park yurts heated?
Yep. They all have heat, so they work year-round.
Do they have bathrooms?
Not inside. Restrooms and showers are a short walk away. Want your own bathroom? Go with one of the comfier picks above.
Can I bring my dog?
Only at Grayland Beach, Twin Harbors, Seaquest, and Kanaskat-Palmer, and only in specific yurts. Cape Disappointment, Pacific Beach, and Paradise Point don’t allow dogs in yurts.
Can you go yurt camping in winter?
Totally. All 7 parks take yurt reservations year-round, and a heated yurt on the coast is the coziest way to watch a winter storm.
Yurt or cabin?
A yurt is a round, tent-like structure with canvas walls. A cabin has solid walls. If you want solid walls, check out our favorite cabins in Washington and spots for glamping in Washington.
Where to Find a Comfier Yurt
👉 Our Favorite Comfier Yurts
Road-tripping south? Oregon has a TON of state park yurts. Check out our guides to yurts on the Oregon Coast and yurts in Oregon.
Final Thoughts
Want cheap and simple? Book a state park yurt early and pack your sheets. Want hot tubs and your own bathroom? Grab one of the comfier picks. Either way, it beats sleeping on the ground.
Read more of our guides on where to stay in Washington:
- Yurt Camping in Washington: State Parks + Comfier Yurt Stays
- Amazing Spots for Glamping in Washington
- Best Cabins in Washington for an Epic Stay
- Amazing Places to Go Camping on the Washington Coast
- Where to Stay in Olympic National Park
We hope this helps you find your perfect yurt in Washington!
