Falls View Campground

Falls View Campground

Part of Olympic National Forest

Overview

Falls View Campground currently offers 11 sites. Small RVs can be accommodated, but no hookups are provided. There is a short scenic loop trail that offers visitors a view of a cascading waterfall one hundred feet into the Big Quilcene River. 

Campsites at this location is available on a first-come, first-served basis, and visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you are able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Scan & Pay feature on the Recreation.gov mobile app.

Please download the free Recreation.gov mobile app prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service. Adding a payment method to the app before arrival is recommended as well.

Facilities

Two separate camping loops will accommodate different types of camping vehicles.  The right loop offers 14 trailer/RV sites, including six pull through sites for larger RV’s.  Some will accept trailers or motorhomes up to 35 feet.   No hookups are provided. The left loop has 16 camper/tent sites. NO water. Restrooms and garbage cans are available in each loop.  Table and firepits are available at each campsite.  A picnic area with four tables is located in the left loop near the waterfall.

Natural Features

The campground sits in a forest of conifers and rhododendrons located high above the Big Quilcene River. A short scenic loop trail offers visitors a view of a cascading waterfall one hundred feet into the Big Quilcene River. 

Recreation

Camping, hiking, scenery, fishing and picnicking.  Other opportunities in the area include Mt. Walker Viewpoint located 1.5 miles south of the campground, 4 miles up a one lane gravel road (not recommended for vehicles pulling trailers or motor homes).  The road leads to the Mt. Walker summit, an elevation of 2,835 feet.  There are excellent views of Puget Sound, Seattle, Mt. Rainier, Mt. Baker, Mt. Buckhorn, Mt. Jupiter, and Mt. Constance on a clear day.  On even clearer days, you may be able to see the Space Needle or Mt. Helens.

Nearby Hood Canal and Quilcene Bay are known for their oysters and clam beds with swimming, boating and waterskiing also available. 

Many hikes are within ½ to one-hour drive from Falls View Campground. 

Important Notices

  • Pets must be leashed.

  • No potable water available on site.

Available Activities

  • Hiking - Hiking
  • Camping - Camping
  • Wildlife Viewing - Wildlife Viewing
  • Scenic Drive - Scenic Drive
  • Fishing - Fishing
  • Picnicking - Picnicking

Directions

<p>Falls View Campground is located 3.5 miles south of Quilcene on U.S. Highway 101. Campground is on right side of road.</p>

Contact Information

Phone: 360-956-2402

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