Staircase Campground
Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- $20.00
- Type
- Campground
- Sites
- 49 total · 49 reservable · 0 first come
- Reservations
- recreation.gov
- Phone
- 360-565-3130
- Coordinates
- 47.5154, -123.3297
- Last verified
- September 19, 2026
About this place
Overview The Staircase developed area will reopen on July 8, 2026. The surrounding wilderness areas will need to remain closed as repair and recovery efforts continue. Important information about booking windows: To better serve visitors, Staircase Campground will be releasing campsites in a series of three staggered block releases by loop. These block releases will be 6 months in advance, two weeks in advance, and 4 days in advance. Enormous trunks reach for the sky, lacy limbs stretch to the sun, grooved bark is sanctuary to tiny creatures in the vast cathedral of Douglas-firs that dominate the forests on this side of the Olympic Peninsula. Staircase is located in the southeastern corner of Olympic National Park, about a one-hour drive from Olympia, and two hours south of Port Angeles. Staircase Campground has 49 sites, with a number of the sites along the North Fork Skokomish River. The access road to the Staircase area is unpaved and periodically closes due to unfavorable weather conditions such as snow. This access road, NF-24 is often closed completely from Nov. - May. Make sure to check the status of the road before planning your trip. Recreation A variety of hiking trails navigate through the Staircase area along the Skokomish River and the nearby forests. There are several short day-hikes that explore the area. Shady Lane trail is flat, and less than a mile to Lake Cushman. The hike to Flapjack Lakes is for the stronger hikers, gaining over 3,000 feet in elevation. Longer hikes, like the North Fork Skokomish River trail, can be done in a couple of days. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (360) 877-5569. Charges & Cancellations A $10.00 service fee will apply if you modify your reservation or change your stay dates. Cancelling your reservation prior to 11:59 pm Eastern Time two nights before your stay will incur a $10 cancellation fee. Camping reservations cancelled the day before and day of arrival incur a $10 cancellation fee and forfeit the first night's use fee If you need to cancel or modify your reservation after 12:00 am Eastern Time on the day of arrival you must contact campground staff. 360-877-5569 Recreation.gov Rules and Reservation Policies
From the managing agency.Official page
Is Staircase Campground free?
No. Staircase Campground charges $20.00. 49 of its sites are reservable through recreation.gov.
Can I bring an RV to Staircase Campground?
Staircase Campground has 49 sites on record. 49 sites are reservable and 0 are first come.
How do I get to Staircase Campground?
Staircase Campground is located Northwest of Hoodsport, WA. It is accessed by Highway 119, which will then turn into an unpaved road. Highway 119 connects to Highway 101 in Hoodsport, WA.
What is the weather like at Staircase Campground?
Weather and conditions at Olympic can change quickly. For a safe and enjoyable trip, check road, campground, weather, and trail conditions before your visit. Current road, campground, and weather information is also available by calling (360) 565-3131 or visiting the park's website at http://www.nps.gov/olym/planyourvisit/current-conditions.htm
Nearby
- Big Creek Campground5.8 mi
- Brown Creek Campground7.1 mi
- Lena Creek Campground10.1 mi
- Lena Lake Campground11.0 mi
- Hamma Hamma Campground11.2 mi
- HAMMA HAMMA CABIN11.4 mi
- Satsop Campground15.0 mi
- Satsop Center Group Campground15.0 mi
No other services within 50 mi on the record.
SourceSource data is agency published. Last synced September 19, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
