Klahowya Campground

Campground · Washington ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

Olympic National Forest (NF) · Open Access

798 ft
Elevation

Adjacent to the south shore of the Sol Duc River, the rain forest setting hosts an accessible interpretive nature trail, fishing, picnicking, and trails to explore the natural beauty.

During the summer when the river is low water, there is tubing or float run between the 'Day Use' areas next to Sites 9 and 45.

Interpretive programs are presented in the amphitheater during the summer.

The facts

  • Season: May – 09/17 — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026

Recreation.gov's own page

Getting there

From Forks, WA travel northeast on US Highway 101 for 20 miles. Klahowya Campground is north of of US Highway 101, near milepost 212.

48.06472, -124.11159 · 48°3'53.0"N 124°6'41.7"W

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Typical weather

Typically 74°F in Aug, down to 46°F in Dec.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F475053596568737470605146
Low °F353436384347505147423834
Precip in19.111.714.39.45.03.72.02.84.811.718.117.4

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 13.5 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Klahowya Campground

Can you reserve a site at Klahowya Campground?
No. Klahowya Campground is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.

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USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

  • $17/Night for single unit
  • $5/Extra vehicle

Restrictions:

  • Maximum capacity is 8 persons per campsite. Camping is limited to 14 days. Most sites accomodate trailers and RVs 30'. Some of those sites take up to 40' vehicles.

Accessibility:

  • Accessible features include all five restrooms, multiple campsites, Pioneer Path a nearby 0.3 mile accessible interpretive trail, and the amphitheater.

USDA Forest Service's own page

Camping near Klahowya Campground

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-08-10.

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