Hoh Oxbow Campground Olympic National Forest Washington

Highway 101 N. Milepost 176/177
Forks, Washington 98331
360 374-6131
Lat / Long:

47.8114, -124.2507

Hoh-Oxbow campground is in the Olympic National Forest right on the banks of the Hoh River. The small and primitive campground is first-come first-serve and has 8 campsites that can accommodate tents, trailers, and RVs (up to 40 feet). Check in time is 2PM and check out is 12PM.

You can stay up to 14 consecutive nights and you’ll also need a Discover Pass to camp at Hoh Oxbow campground.

Campground amenities include drinking water, restrooms with vault toilets, and a comfort station. Each campsite also has a table, fire ring, and grill. Cell service is not available in the area.

Hoh-Oxbow Area Recreation

The campground offers a good basecamp to explore the western Olympic Peninsula. Visitors enjoy a wide range of outdoor recreational activities which include hiking, fishing, biking, boating, and wildlife viewing.

Hoh Rainforest Campground is another option an is about 20 miles away in a primeval rainforest.

Reservations:

First Come, First Served

Best Campsites

1, 2, 5

Regions
Campsite Types
  • ADA
  • RV
  • Tent
  • Trailer
Season:

Year Round

Elevation:

280

# of Campsites:

8

Amenities
  • BBQ Grills
  • Campsite Tables
  • Cell Service - None
  • Comfort Station
  • Drinking Water
  • Fire Pit
  • Fire Rings
  • Firewood Available
  • Pets OK
  • Picnic Tables
  • Restrooms (Vault Toilets)
Activities
  • Biking
  • Bird Watching
  • Fishing
  • Fly Fishing
  • Hiking
  • Kayaking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Nature Trails
  • Photography
  • Picnicking
  • River
  • Walking Trails
  • Water Sports
  • Wildlife Viewing

Hoh Oxbow Photos

Hoh Oxbow Comments & Reviews

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28 Replies to “Hoh Oxbow”

  1. Ken Williamson says:

    Can this campsite area accommodate a 40 foot RV?

  2. Alec Haight says:

    I’m assuming this is a First come first serve type deal.

  3. Charity Brock says:

    How early can we stop in to reserve a campsite for the day?

    • Hi Charity,
      As Hoh Oxbow campground is first-come, first-serve (no advanced reservations) it’ll depend on if a campsite is available. If the campground is full you’ll need to wait until check out (12PM) before you know for sure if a spot opens up. Many times people will leave earlier. You can arrive anytime during the day, and if it is a popular time (like a summer weekend), you may try getting there around 7AM to ‘get in line’ for a spot. Good luck!

  4. Do I need a discovery pass or anything like that to stay at this campsite?

  5. Patrick McKinney says:

    Do you need a discover pass if you or your spouse is handicapped,

  6. what is the altitude at the oxbow?

  7. How early can I get there in order to reserve a spot?

    • Hi Hannah,
      Best to get their early morning (8am). You can walk/cruise the campground to see who is leaving. Also check in with camp host and/or ranger to let them know you’re looking for a FCFS site. They may assign you one (when it is vacated) or put you in line (if there is one).

  8. When does the campground usually fill up on a Friday?

  9. hi,we`re gonna be driving six and a half hours sep, 1st 2021 to get to hoh oxbow and i know is first come first serve and i have 2 questions,
    what are the chances for us t o get a spot on this date?
    and, in case we don`t get a spot, is there another fcfs campgrounds near by?
    thank you.

    • Hi Efrain,

      Bears have not been a big issue at Hoh-Oxbow campground. You’ll be fine in a tent as long as you follow proper procedures. You can always try calling the information line to double check: 360 374-6131

    • Hi Efrain,

      There should be campsites available at Hoh Oxbow with a September 1 arrival. Other campgrounds in the area include Hoh-Oxbow, Hoh and Cottonwood. Although Cottonwood is off the beaten path (dirt road).
      There are also a few small private campgrounds in the area including Willoughby Creek, Hard Rain Cafe and Allens Bar.

  10. hi, is there a bear problem in this campground? i mean, can we tent camp safely as long as we follow the proper procedures?

  11. I hope to camp here while on a bike tour of the area. Are there food storage boxes available? I will be there around April 1st. Any input would be helpful.

  12. Genna deVries says:

    We will be on a bike tour of the Olympic Peninsula, so no vehicle. Is a Discovery Pass still required?

  13. How long are you able to stay at this campground for?

  14. I will be coming here on a bike trip in early June. Is it likely to be full at that time of year?

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