Topographic map around Hoh Oxbow Campground
State Forest ~3 hr 45 min from Seattle

Hoh Oxbow Campground

Eight-site first-come DNR campground beside a Hoh River oxbow, with dry camping for trailers up to 30 feet and direct access near US 101.

RV Sites
8
reported RV sites
Max Length
30 ft
Confirm the selected site
Hookups
None
dry camping
Surface
Dirt
site surface
Dump Station
Not available
Plan a separate dump stop
Reservation
FCFS
Availability varies
Why Visit

Hoh Oxbow Campground

Hoh Oxbow is an eight-site Washington DNR campground beside a quiet Hoh River oxbow east of US 101. DNR allows trailers up to 30 feet and provides a toilet, but no hookups, potable water, showers, or dump station. Camping is first-come and a Discover Pass is required for vehicle access. DNR has scheduled a full public-access closure from September 14 through October 13, 2026 for Hoh Bridge work; check the live status page before travel.

US Highway 101, Forks, WA 98331
~3 hr 45 min from Seattle · 196 mi
Online reservation · First-come, first-served; scheduled closure September 14–October 13, 2026
Discover Pass required for vehicle access; campsites are first-come with no separate camping fee
Campground Specs

Details that matter for your rig

Maneuverability
Reported moderate
Review the operator map for your loop
Cell Coverage
Not confirmed
Check your carrier map
Generators
Not confirmed
Confirm with the operator
Site Surface
Dirt
Check conditions at check-in
Dump Station
Not available
Plan a separate dump stop
Hookups
None
Bring full tanks
Things to Do

Activities at Hoh Oxbow Campground

🥾 Hiking 🎣 Fishing 🏊 Swimming 🚣 Kayaking 🏖️ Beach ⛵ Boating 🛝 Playground

On-site & nearby activities

  • Explore temperate rain forest
  • Watch the river from camp
  • Look for birds and wildlife
  • Visit the Hoh Rain Forest
  • Practice leave-no-trace camping
State Forest

Primitive camping on Washington trust lands

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.

Facilities

What's on-site

🚻
Toilets
Toilets
🚿
Showers
Not available
💧
Drinking Water
Not available
🔥
Fire Pits
Listed as available
Primitive dry camping with a toilet and fire rings. No hookups, potable water, showers, or dump station; pack out trash and obey current fire restrictions.
Insider Knowledge

Site recommendations from the field

Practical guidance assembled from current operator maps, park pages, and clearly identified community observations.

🗺️

A simpler DNR choice for rigs that want to avoid the longest forest-road approaches. Confirm the scheduled 2026 bridge closure has ended before travel.

Ready to book?

Plan your visit to Hoh Oxbow Campground

First-come, first-served; scheduled closure September 14–October 13, 2026. Confirm current rules, site dimensions, and conditions with the operator. Booking and availability are handled externally.

Camping rules
Information sourced from official park agencies and publicly available data. Conditions, fees, and availability change — verify details directly with the campground before your visit.