
Fairholme Campground
84
Total Campsites
Campground
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Reservable Sites
Mostly first-come
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Accessible
ADA-compliant sites
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Organization
Managing agency
Overview
About Fairholme Campground
Overview The reservation season the 2025 summer season for Fairholme Campground is May 23, 2025 - September 15, 2025. Important information about booking windows: To better serve visitors, Fairholme 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. • B loop campsites and the majority of the walk-to sites will be available for reservation 6 months in advance. • C loop campsites and most of the remaining walk-to sites will be available for reservations 2 weeks in advance. • A loop campsites and walk-to site 85 will be available for reservations 4 days in advance. The campground may open on a first-come, first serve basis during the spring depending on weather before the reservation season. Fairholme Campground is located next to Lake Crescent on the north side of the Olympic Peninsula in Olympic National Park. The campground sits in an old-growth forest surrounded by steep mountains. Fairholme Campground features walk-in lakefront campsites and several drive-in campsites that provide views of Lake Crescent. The campground is large and set amidst a peaceful forest that thrives on the region's high annual rainfall. Rain or shine, it is one of the most visited areas of the park. Recreation Numerous day hiking opportunities are available near the Lake Crescent area. Please follow the link to Olympic NPS page for more information - Lake Crescent Area Brochure - https://www.nps.gov/olym/planyourvisit/lake-crescent-area-brochure.htm Paddling and boating opportunities are available within minutes from the campground. Lake Crescent boat launch is located adjacent to the campground. Please follow the link to learn more - Boating - https://www.nps.gov/olym/planyourvisit/boating.htm Fairholme Olympic Discovery Trailhead is located about 2 miles west of Fairholme Campground on US Highway 101. Bicycling, road cycling, and hiking are available at this access point. Please follow the link to learn more - https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/olympic/recreation/bicycling/recarea/?recid=80688&actid=26 Facilities Numerous day hiking opportunities are available near the Lake Crescent area. Please follow the link to Olympic NPS page for more information - Lake Crescent Area Brochure - https://www.nps.gov/olym/planyourvisit/lake-crescent-area-brochure.htm Paddling and boating opportunities are available within minutes from the campground. Lake Crescent boat launch is located adjacent to the campground. Please follow the link to learn more - Boating - https://www.nps.gov/olym/planyourvisit/boating.htm Fairholme Olympic Discovery Trailhead is located about 2 miles west of Fairholme Campground on US Highway 101. Bicycling, road cycling, and hiking are available at this access point. Please follow the link to learn more - https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/olympic/recreation/bicycling/recarea/?recid=80688&actid=26 Natural Features Lake Crescent, a cold, clear, glacially carved lake, owes its existence to ice. Its azure depths, which plummet to 624 feet, were gouged by huge ice sheets thousands of years ago. As the ice retreated, it left behind a steep valley that filled with the clear blue waters of Lake Crescent. Nearby Attractions Olympic National Park has much to explore, including temperate rain forests, ocean shores, sub-alpine mountains, lakes and more. The towns of Port Angeles, Forks, and Beaver are within a 30 to 60-minute drive. Fairholme Campground is along the shores of Lake Crescent, which is a big attraction for visitors to the park. Additionally, access to the Sol Duc Valley, with its popular Sol Duc Falls trail and Sol Duc Hotsprings Resort nearby. A moderate drive from the campground also provides access to the Marymere Falls and Mount Storm King trails. Fairholme Campground is a good base camp to explore Olympic National Park, as it is located between Port Angeles (Hurricane Ridge) and popular western locations such as Rialto Beach, Hoh Rainforest, and Kalaloch/Ruby Beach. 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. Recreation.gov Rules and Reservation Policies
- 84 total campsites listed.
- Primarily first-come camping based on current listing data.
- Most common site type: unknown (84).
- Map coordinates are available for trip planning.


Campsite Inventory
84 sites to choose from
Unknown
0
Reservable
0
Accessible
Amenities & Details
Everything you need to know
Bed Type
N/A
Campfire Allowed
Yes
Site capacity
Single
Check-in time
12:00 PM
Check-out time
11:00 AM
Condition Rating
Standard
Double Driveway
Yes
Driveway entry
Back-in, Parallel, Pull-through
Driveway Grade
Moderate, Severe, Slight
Driveway length (ft)
18, 20, 22, 23
Driveway surface
Gravel
Electricity Hookup
N/A
Location Rating
N/A
Max guests
8
Max vehicle length (ft)
18, 20, 21, 22
Minimum guests
Yes
Pets allowed
Yes
Proximity to Water
Lakefront, N/A
Reservations & Contact
Plan your stay
Phone
360-565-3130
Getting There
Fairholme lies on the west side of Lake Cresent within Olympic National Park, about a 45-minute drive from Port Angeles and a 30-minute drive from Forks. Fairholme Campground is accessed by Camp David Jr. Road, off US Highway 101.
FAQ
Common questions
Everything you need to know before your trip to Fairholme Campground.
How do reservations work for Fairholme Campground?
Reservation availability for Fairholme Campground can vary by season and campsite type. Check the contact and access section before booking.
What campsite types are available at Fairholme Campground?
Fairholme Campground currently lists Unknown (84).
Where is Fairholme Campground located?
See this page for location details and directions.
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