State Forest
~4 hr from Seattle
Cottonwood Campground
Primitive DNR campground near the lower Hoh River with first-come dry sites for trailers up to 30 feet, reached from Oil City Road.
Primitive DNR campground near the lower Hoh River with first-come dry sites for trailers up to 30 feet, reached from Oil City Road.
Cottonwood is a primitive Washington DNR campground in the lower Hoh River forest near Forks. DNR allows trailers up to 30 feet and currently lists the facility open. Camping is first-come with a Discover Pass required for vehicle access; there are no hookups, potable water, showers, or dump station. DNR does not publish a current site count and community reports vary, so confirm space and turning room on arrival.
These DNR sites sit in the wet forests and river valleys west of Olympic National Park, with the Hoh Rain Forest, Pacific beaches, and working state trust lands nearby.
Practical guidance assembled from current operator maps, park pages, and clearly identified community observations.
Arrive with water and choose a site only after checking the full loop and exit path. Turning room varies among the wooded sites.
| 📍 Nearest Town | Forks, WA |
| ⛽ Gas Station | — |
| 🛒 Grocery Store | — |
| 🏪 Costco | — |
| ☕ Starbucks | — |
| 🏕️ Nearest State Park | — |
Stock up in Forks, WA before heading out — services get limited near the campground.
Ready to book?
First-come, first-served; Discover Pass required for vehicle access. Confirm current rules, site dimensions, and conditions with the operator. Booking and availability are handled externally.