Cape Disappointment State Park Campground
Washington State Park
Write a Review 244 Robert Gray Dr. Ilwaco, WA 98624 360-642-3078 Reservations: 888-226-7688 Official WebsiteGPS: 46.2839, -124.0546
Overview of Cape Disappointment State Park Campground
Some campsites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 45 ft. max in length.
Last Price Paid: $45
Reported by Lindee on 10/18/2024
Longest RV Reported: 40 feet (Fifth Wheel)
Reported by Mick & Karla on 12/5/2023
Number of Sites 215
Pad Type asphalt
Reservations yes
Elevation 0 ft / 0 m
Max Length 45 ft
Tent Camping Yes
Discover a smarter way to RV with Roadtrippers
All your Campendium favorites and more are now in Roadtrippers.
Q&A - Ask the Community about Cape Disappointment State Park Campground
To ask questions of the owner or manager please contact the campground directly. 360-642-3078
Campendium users haven't asked any questions about Cape Disappointment State Park Campground
Reviews of Cape Disappointment State Park Campground 46 people have reviewed this location.
Cell Phone Coverage
Confirmed by 8 Users
Last reported 12/5/2023
Confirmed by 4 Users
Last reported 6/2/2023
Confirmed by 3 Users
Last reported 2/15/2023
“The Walks on the beach were wonderful”
Reviewed 10/18/2024
| Nightly rate: | $45 |
|---|---|
| Days stayed: | 1 |
| Site Number: | A6 |
| RV Length: | 30' (Travel Trailer) |
Overall Rating
Enjoyed this very much. Nice level hard surface and not too tight with neighbors. Thoroughly enjoyed walking the beach from our site. The only down side was no service.
| Access | |
| Location | |
| Cleanliness | |
| Site Quality | |
| Noise |
T-Mobile
Lindee would stay here again
This review is the opinion of a Campendium member and not of Campendium.com
“Loved This Park! ”
Reviewed 8/26/2024
| Nightly rate: | $53 |
|---|---|
| Days stayed: | 2 |
| Site Number: | 5 |
Overall Rating
We stayed in full hu site #5 (we got lucky!) for two nights and wished we could have extended. The area has so much to explore - 2 light houses, numerous WW1 & WW2 batteries and old fortresses, tons of walking/hiking trails AND dogs are allowed on leashes to everything! But the BEACHES! OMG, being a huge fan of the ocean this was so... more
We stayed in full hu site #5 (we got lucky!) for two nights and wished we could have extended. The area has so much to explore - 2 light houses, numerous WW1 & WW2 batteries and old fortresses, tons of walking/hiking trails AND dogs are allowed on leashes to everything! But the BEACHES! OMG, being a huge fan of the ocean this was so much a ++++; Sites 1-10 are steps from a beautiful beach where you can walk for several miles. The Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center is up by the Cape Disappointment Lighthouse, don’t miss either of those - the views alone are work the walk. Dead Man’s Cove is another must but that is a very steep and tricky descend and climb back up. Beautiful location, nice people and we enjoyed the last concert in the park for the summer. We will definitely come back.
No cell service or internet! You can pick up a slight signal near the store and Ranger station but it is not dependable and it’s very intermittent! Be prepared to go off the grid for the time you are there.
We were in a 38’ Super C with TOAD and the road in was a bit bumpy and had a lot of turns, be prepared to take it slow. Once inside the campground the roads are all paved to the campsites. Sites easily accommodate big rigs.
camper-747962 would stay here again
This review is the opinion of a Campendium member and not of Campendium.com
“Lovely ”
Reviewed 8/16/2024
| Nightly rate: | $32 |
|---|---|
| Days stayed: | 1 |
| Site Number: | 183 |
Overall Rating
The park is run by the state. The lighthouse interpretive is National Parks. Great for everyone. Paths galore. Kids be careful. They need signs that say slow, watch for children. The store is independently run. The gentleman owner is very informative. The beach is wonderful. The shower and toilets next to the main parking lot wer... more
The park is run by the state. The lighthouse interpretive is National Parks.
Great for everyone. Paths galore. Kids be careful.
They need signs that say slow, watch for children.
The store is independently run. The gentleman owner is very informative.
The beach is wonderful.
The shower and toilets next to the main parking lot were filthy even though it was supposedly cleaned earlier. If that's true, fire them and hire new
I used my own bath mat to stand on. The shower was amazing. Buy a yearly pass and you can enjoy nice showers all over the state.
| Access | |
| Location | |
| Cleanliness | |
| Site Quality | |
| Noise |
T-Mobile
Joyce'sRVLegacy would stay here again
This review is the opinion of a Campendium member and not of Campendium.com
“This State Park did not Disappoint”
Reviewed 12/5/2023
| Nightly rate: | $45 |
|---|---|
| Days stayed: | 11 |
| Site Number: | A57 |
| RV Length: | 40' (Fifth Wheel) |
Overall Rating
Once we got near Ilwaco, we followed the state park signs to the campground (CG). Check-in was quick, but the camp host checking us in noted we were an hour early, so our campsite may not be cleaned and someone could be in the site. When we got to back-in site A57 with FHUs, there was no one there, and the campsite had been cleaned. As... more
Once we got near Ilwaco, we followed the state park signs to the campground (CG). Check-in was quick, but the camp host checking us in noted we were an hour early, so our campsite may not be cleaned and someone could be in the site. When we got to back-in site A57 with FHUs, there was no one there, and the campsite had been cleaned. As the loops at this state park are in a circle, the sites are easy to line up for a straight back in. Our asphalt site was level with the water and electric in the middle of the pad and the sewer at the back. We needed about 20 feet of sewer hose. The sites are decently spaced and for the most part, shaded by mature trees. We were able to get a usable Starlink north shot out of the back of the site. Satellite could be iffy depending on the site. Sites towards the front of the loop probably have the best chance for satellite as they are near the road. Water pressure was good at about 55 psi. We sometimes got 1 bar on Verizon, but to make a phone call, we had to drive to Ilwaco. We noticed that camping at the beach for Thanksgiving is a “thing” in this area, as the CG was full. There were deer milling around the CG and they did not seem concerned that we were there. We enjoyed walking our pups on the dog-friendly beach. The lighthouses were enjoyable as well, especially the views. A few amenities are nearby in Long Beach, but for the most part, you’ll need to drive about 30 minutes into Astoria/Warrenton, OR. A walk along Long Beach’s boardwalk was worthwhile, especially the whale display with an actual whale skeleton.
| Access | |
| Location | |
| Cleanliness | |
| Site Quality | |
| Noise |
Verizon 4G
This review is the opinion of a Campendium member and not of Campendium.com
“Took A Chance”
Reviewed 8/28/2023
| Nightly rate: | $37 |
|---|---|
| Days stayed: | 1 |
| Site Number: | 161 |
Overall Rating
Thanks to a previous review, able to get a spot even tho the website and road signs said they were full,led us to take a chance. We were given site 161 which was close to the beach with no hookups but level. You are very close to other campers but that is to be expected. The cost was $37.00. We walked on the beach and enjoyed the vie... more
Thanks to a previous review, able to get a spot even tho the website and road signs said they were full,led us to take a chance. We were given site 161 which was close to the beach with no hookups but level. You are very close to other campers but that is to be expected. The cost was $37.00. We walked on the beach and enjoyed the view. The next morning we enjoyed the hike to Cape Disappointment and the light house. It was a great stay and would stay again.
camper-846927 would stay here again
This review is the opinion of a Campendium member and not of Campendium.com
“Another wonderful Oregon State Park!”
Reviewed 8/8/2023
| Nightly rate: | $50 |
|---|---|
| Days stayed: | 1 |
| Site Number: | A53 |
| RV Length: | 15' (Teardrop Trailer) |
Overall Rating
We got in on a cancelation. Yes it is possible. There is so much to do in this area. Its a large great layed out State Park. Some evenings during the summer there is music concerts at the Rock cliffs. We saw "Salty Sailors" on a Saturday night, it was fantastic! I really enjoyed biking on the many paved roads and trails. No cell ... more
We got in on a cancelation. Yes it is possible.
There is so much to do in this area. Its a large great layed out State Park. Some evenings during the summer there is music concerts at the Rock cliffs. We saw "Salty Sailors" on a Saturday night, it was fantastic! I really enjoyed biking on the many paved roads and trails. No cell service except at the boat launch.
I can really see how you could stay a week here, its that much fun.
| Access | |
| Location | |
| Cleanliness | |
| Site Quality | |
| Noise |
Verizon
robsuey would stay here again
This review is the opinion of a Campendium member and not of Campendium.com
“So much to do around this area -- no cell signal”
Reviewed 8/3/2023
| Nightly rate: | $37 |
|---|---|
| Days stayed: | 5 |
| Site Number: | 97 |
| RV Length: | 24' (Travel Trailer) |
Overall Rating
Have you ever had that friend that you really liked, but it was like pulling teeth to get any important information out of?? Cape Disappointment is that friend in State Park form. I’m going to sound like a Negative Nelly here about some of the issues at the park, but over all I really did enjoy our stay here and look forward to return... more
Have you ever had that friend that you really liked, but it was like pulling teeth to get any important information out of?? Cape Disappointment is that friend in State Park form. I’m going to sound like a Negative Nelly here about some of the issues at the park, but over all I really did enjoy our stay here and look forward to returning again in the future.
There is no cell signal at all here even with our Insty on the roof. Both Verizon and T-Mobile had zero connectivity, not even SOS. We had to drive to Ilwaco for cell service, or go on the beach about 1/4 mile south of Loop A trail sign for a small patch of signal on the beach.
Check-in was a bit frustrating in that it looks like you should pull up to the window at the ranger station entrance, but you should not. Upon pulling up to the window there is a small sign posted saying to park and come inside to register. Of course, most of the RV friendly parking is BEFORE the window. It would have been MUCH better to have a cone or some indication that the window was closed BEFORE entering the area! While the camp hosts at check-in were friendly enough, directions to our site upon check-in were not very clear, and they only give you a campground map if you ask for one.
Signage inside the park was pretty terrible. Critical directional signs were small and often oriented in the wrong direction, or placed so that they were easily missed. The park is set up for people who have been here before and already know the important information.
If dry-camping, fresh potable water is available at the dump station just past the ranger check-in kiosk. This is not well-marked, and you must be on the lookout for the Dump Station. You will have to drive through one of the dump sites to reach the potable water. There is also fresh water available in the loops, but the spigots are not threaded for hoses, and are too large for a water bandit connection.
The non-utility sites in Area B were spacious and had easy access to the beach. The sites were level and easy to navigate into. There is so much to do in the park and in both Long Beach and Astoria, we could have easily filled 2 weeks here, and wish we had reserved a longer stay.
| Access | |
| Location | |
| Cleanliness | |
| Site Quality | |
| Noise |
Verizon
T-Mobile
This review is the opinion of a Campendium member and not of Campendium.com
“Nice and Clean, Wonderful Location”
Reviewed 7/30/2023
| Nightly rate: | $32 |
|---|---|
| Days stayed: | 1 |
| Site Number: | 228 |
Overall Rating
I arrived around 7:00pm, with no reservation, after a long drive. The sign in Iwalco said “campground full”, but I was desperate and tried anyway. They had 2 available spots, at the campground by the ranger station. The ranger was very nice and gave me suggestions. The State Park is unique and stunning! There are showers, although not ... more
I arrived around 7:00pm, with no reservation, after a long drive. The sign in Iwalco said “campground full”, but I was desperate and tried anyway. They had 2 available spots, at the campground by the ranger station. The ranger was very nice and gave me suggestions. The State Park is unique and stunning! There are showers, although not fantastic. Every site had picnic table and fire pit. There is a little store just a few yards from it. There is a dump station within the park. I had enough phone and WiFi signal. For $32, I thought it was a very good deal!
Fragia would stay here again
This review is the opinion of a Campendium member and not of Campendium.com
“‘. DO NOT STAY HERE ”
Reviewed 7/21/2023
| Days stayed: | 2 |
|---|---|
| Site Number: | 202 |
| RV Length: | 23' (Travel Trailer) |
Overall Rating
Worst campground ever. There are two campgrounds. The one by the beach seems nice. The campground by the Park headquarters is a field that is a free for all. Completely disgraceful. Washington parks should be ashamed of themselves
This review is the opinion of a Campendium member and not of Campendium.com
“Beautiful and windy”
Reviewed 7/1/2023
| Nightly rate: | $45 |
|---|---|
| Days stayed: | 6 |
| Site Number: | 33 |
| RV Length: | 32' (Travel Trailer) |
Overall Rating
Beautiful clean park. Do all exploring in the morning. Around 2pm it gets really windy. If the wind bothers you don't get a camp site near the beach. The beach in the morning is great. Zero cell service. I had to drive to the store in the park to make calls. It's the first time I camped in a park with circles for the sites. I love it. ... more
Beautiful clean park. Do all exploring in the morning. Around 2pm it gets really windy. If the wind bothers you don't get a camp site near the beach. The beach in the morning is great. Zero cell service. I had to drive to the store in the park to make calls. It's the first time I camped in a park with circles for the sites. I love it. Very easy to back up a 33' travel trailer.
| Access | |
| Location | |
| Cleanliness | |
| Site Quality | |
| Noise |
Verizon
camper-842119 would stay here again
This review is the opinion of a Campendium member and not of Campendium.com
Page 1 of 5
Be the first to add a note for Cape Disappointment State Park Campground!
Be the first to add a video for Cape Disappointment State Park Campground!
Cape Disappointment State Park Campground Review - Know Your Campground
OVERVIEW Cape Disappointment State Park is located on the Long Beach Peninsula facing both the Pacific Ocean and the mouth of the Columbia River. It is the most visited state park in Washington...
48 reviews
Wandering Around America One State at a Time – Washington
State 42: Welcome to the next post in my series highlighting states we have visited throughout the years. I hope you will enjoy coming along for the ride! I will be featuring the states alphabetic...
5 reviews
Camping trip to Cape Disappointment State Park | Follow Toto
This is North Head Lighthouse, located within Cape Disappointment State Park in extreme southwest Washington, USA. I know it looks like a summer scene, but I took this shot on February 23rd. Yes, our e...
3 reviews
Out and About at Cape Disappointment State Park - Washington - Those Young Guys
Out and About at Cape Disappointment State Park – Washington Posted By lisa, On October 9, 2...
........Rolling in a RV - Wheelchair Traveling......: Cape Disappointment State Park
The campground at Cape Disappointment is very popular so reserve early if you want a site. Our site was first come, first served, located in a grassy field, not main campground. The ground is hard...
3 reviews
Cape Disappointment State Park - Washington - Those Young Guys
Cape Disappointment State Park – Washington Posted By lisa, On October 6, 2013...
Contact us to update this listing.
Amenities
Hookups
- 50 Amp
- 30 Amp
- 20 Amp
- water
- dry camping
- sewer
- Full Hookups
Recreation
- boat ramp
- fishing
- picnic area
- recreation trail
- water access
Site Amenities
- big rig
- fire ring
- picnic table
Facilities
- cabins
- dump station
- firewood
- general store
- ADA Accessible
- restrooms: flush
- showers
- trash
Pets
- pets
Nearby RV Rentals
In partnership with
Nearby RV Rentals
In partnership with
34 Reviews
2021 TRAVEL TRAILER
Keystone RV Passport 292BH SL Series
$130 /night | Sleeps 10 Guests
1 Review
2024 TRAVEL TRAILER
Forest River RV Rockwood GEO Pro 20BHS
$136 /night | Sleeps 6 Guests
New Listing
2023 CLASS B CAMPING VAN
Winnebago Solis 59P
$220 /night | Sleeps 4 Guests
New Listing
2022 FIFTH WHEEL
Forest River RV Wildwood Heritage Glen 378FL
$125 /night | Sleeps 8 Guests
9 Reviews
2022 CLASS B CAMPING VAN
Winnebago Solis 59PX
$200 /night | Sleeps 4 Guests
7 Reviews
2024 TRAVEL TRAILER
Keystone RV Hideout 25BHWE
$149 /night | Sleeps 8 Guests
Nearby
Long Beach RV & Camping Resort
Utility Connections updated, 30/50 amp at each site, sewer connect on drivers side.
- camper-920040
Please select a reason for flagging this item: