Coho Campground
Coho Campground is situated on the west shore of Wynoochee Lake, part of the emerald paradise that is Olympic National Forest. Evergreen conifers and hardwoods provide a beautiful wooded setting.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 44 |
| Walk-in | 8 |
| Yurts | 3 |
| Group sites | 2 |
| group walk to | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 32 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
58 sites in 4 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 047 | HIKE-IN | Walk-in | Partial | 8 / – | Yes | Basic | |||||
| 048 | HIKE-IN | Walk-in | Partial | 8 / – | Yes | Basic | |||||
| 049 | HIKE-IN | Walk-in | Partial | 8 / – | Yes | Basic | |||||
| 051 | HIKE-IN | Walk-in | Partial | 8 / – | Yes | Basic | |||||
| 052 | HIKE-IN | Walk-in | Partial | 8 / – | Yes | Basic | |||||
| 053 | HIKE-IN | Group Walk To | Partial | 16 / 4 | Yes | Prime | |||||
| 054 | HIKE-IN | Walk-in | 8 / – | Yes | Basic | ||||||
| 055 | HIKE-IN | Walk-in | Partial | 8 / – | Yes | Basic | |||||
| 056 | HIKE-IN | Walk-in | Partial | 8 / – | Yes | Basic | |||||
| 001 | LOOP A | Standard | Pull-through | 32 | Paved | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Standard |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 32 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Sites 001, 002, 003, 004 and 42 more are listed accessible |
The campground offers 44 standard campsites that will accommodate tents, trailers and RVs up to 36' in length. Two group sites will accommodate up to 16 people each. There are nine walk-in tent camping units, one of which will accommodate 12 people. Three yurts are also available for reservation with each accommodating a maximum of six people and two vehicles. There is a short walk of 300-500 feet to reach each yurt. Yurt sites #57 and #58 do not allow additional tents, trailers, or RV camping. Yurt site #50 will accommodate an additional tent. The yurts are non-smoking units. Coho has flush toilets, drinking water and trash collection, as well as picnic tables, campfire rings and a paved road. Trails and a boat ramp are also available. An RV dump station is located just outside the campground on Forest Road 2294.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Season | Mid-May to 10/01 |
| Forest | Olympic National Forest |
| Booking | Online at www.recreation.gov. Phone: (877) 444-6777. The Coho Campground is closed for the season. |
| Fees | $41/Night for single unit, drive-in site. $55/Night group site (# 2 & #40), drive-in site. $33/Night for single unit, walk-in site. $50/Night for group unit, walk-in site. YURT: $90.00 per night. $5/Extra vehicle (over 2). Boat and recreation trailers are not considered passenger vehicles. |
| Rules | No more than 8 people per campsite. Maximum 12 people in group site. Maximum stay is 14 days. Pets must be leashed. Trailers and RVs 36' max. |
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Getting there
From Route 12 via Montesano: Turn north on Wynoochee Valley Road, 1 mile west of Montesano. Drive 35 miles on Wynoochee Valley Road and Forest Road 22 to a major intersection. Turn left to stay on FR-22. Drive a short distance and turn right on Forest Road 2294. Drive 1 mile to the campground.
| Nearest town | Quilcene, Washington |
| Coordinates | 47.3904° N, 123.6047° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedQuinault Pile Rx
23 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 21 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Crowley Marine ↗ | 30.3 mi |
| RV sales & service | Bob's RV ↗ | 31.1 mi |
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Coho Campground Review | Olympic National Forest in Washington
Worth a stop
Scenic Spoon Creek Falls and Wynoochee Falls are both accessed by short trails nearby. The 16-mile Wynoochee Lake Shore Trail circles the entire lake and is open to mountain bikes. At the nearby Wynoochee Dam, visitors can enjoy exhibits at the vista overlook and a dramatic view of the river gorge just below the dam. Swimming and picnicking facilities are available at the dam.
- 4.7 miChurch Creek West Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 6.3 mi
Trails nearby
- 0.1 miWorking Forest Interpretive ↗0.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike · national_recreation_or_other
- 0.4 miWynoochee Lake Shore ↗15.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike · national_recreation_or_other
- 0.6 miHunter Flat1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.1 miSpoon Creek Falls0.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.7 miWynoochee Summer Ford ↗0.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike · national_recreation_or_other
- 4.7 miChurch Creek3.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
Trailheads within three miles
- 0.1 miWorking Forest Interpretive Trailhead ↗Olympic National Forest
- 0.1 miWynoochee Lake Shore Trailhead - Coho Campground ↗Olympic National Forest · Season Mid-Spring
- 0.4 miWynoochee Lakeshore Trailhead - Tacoma Power Dam ↗Olympic National Forest
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
Colonel Bob Wilderness begins about 6.9 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 6.9 miColonel Bob Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 11,851 acres
- 7.4 miDaniel J. Evans Wilderness ↗Wilderness · National Park Service · 876,447 acres
- 10.9 miWonder Mountain Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 2,201 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Lake Quinault LodgeBuilding · Lake Quinault · 12.6 mi
- Ole Mickelson CabinBuilding · Quinault · 12.7 mi
- Vance Creek BridgeStructure · Shelton · 13.8 mi
Natural features
Olympic National Forest is located on the Olympic Peninsula in the northwest corner of Washington State, known as the Evergreen State. The Olympic Peninsula is an unique geographic province consisting of five major landscapes: temperate rain forest, rugged mountain terrain, large lowland lakes, cascading rivers and saltwater beaches. Here the flora and fauna provide interest beyond the imagination.
Recreation
Recreational opportunities abound, including picnicking, swimming, hiking, boating, hunting and fishing, all possible within the area. The Working Forest Nature Trail, an accessible trail beginning inside the campground, is a 1/2-mile interpretive journey into how the natural resources are hard at work providing opportunities and commodities for the American public.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Coho Campground?
Sites at Coho Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Online at www.recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Coho Campground?
$41/Night for single unit, drive-in site. $55/Night group site (# 2 & #40), drive-in site. $33/Night for single unit, walk-in site.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Coho Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Coho Campground open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season Mid-May to 10/01.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Coho Campground have?
58 sites, including 44 standard sites without power, 8 walk-in sites, 3 yurt, and 2 group sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Coho Campground?
The longest site here provides 32 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are there showers or a dump station at Coho Campground?
Coho has flush toilets, drinking water and trash collection, as well as picnic tables, campfire rings and a paved road.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Coho Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Coho Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Coho Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there is 1 active fire within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one. No more than 8 people per campsite.
Source: Fire nearby
Are there accessible sites at Coho Campground?
Sites 001, 002, 003, and 004 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 46 sites in all. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Coho Campground?
Recreational opportunities abound, including picnicking, swimming, hiking, boating, hunting and fishing, all possible within the area. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Coho Campground?
Quilcene, Washington. Scenic Spoon Creek Falls and Wynoochee Falls are both accessed by short trails nearby.
Source: Getting there