Q: Where to Find Campgrounds with Showers near Mt. Rainier?

Dear TripFinder, Q: We’re planning to camp this summer at Mt. Rainier to view wildlife and wildflowers. None of the Park’s campsites have showers though. Any campground recommendations close by that offer a chance to get cleaned up each night after a day of hiking? – Beth  Dear Beth, It’s true–most National Park campgrounds have […]

Campfire Restrictions in the Northwest

Taking a camping trip this weekend?  Pack your gear using our handy Car Camping Checklist and you won’t forget anything, ever. UPDATE: August 20, 2016 Going camping? There are campfire restrictions in place (see details below). In fact, 2016 marks the fourth summer in a row that has seen restriction on campfires in the Northwest, though the restrictions are […]

Five Great Oregon Coast Camping Trips

Best Campgrounds on the Oregon Coast

Our five favorite Oregon Coast campgrounds are below, starting on the north Oregon Coast near Astoria and ending on the south Oregon Coast near Bandon. Are you thinking what I’m thinking? Stringing these campgrounds together from north to south makes for a pretty perfect Oregon Coast camping road trip! That’s why we’ve included nearby hikes and places to grab some coffee or post-hike grub at each location.