Why is it worth booking a campervan in Seattle early?
Pick up an RV rental in Seattle and you're ideally placed for a road trip adventure through the Pacific Northwest, a journey that can take in the North Cascades National Park and the Canadian Rockies as well as the cities of Vancouver in Canada and Portland in Oregon. The best time for a road trip in a camper rental from Seattle is between May and October but with many other travelers wanting to take advantage of the good weather, this is the peak period for campervan hire. To be sure of getting the best price-vehicle combo and your preferred dates, CamperDays recommends making your reservation several months in advance. There are no additional charges for changing your booking dates so you don't have to worry about being an early bird. Your reservation for a Camper in Seattle also comes with a fair and transparent cancellation policy and the expertise of the CamperDays customer service team. A team member is always on hand to answer any questions and give you tips on planning a successful road trip. A vacation adventure in an RV rental from Seattle is sure to be memorable as you have the freedom to set your own route and timetable and the delight of waking up to a different view every day. It needn't break your vacation budget either. To see how competitively priced it is, simply add up the cost of hotel rooms, car rental, and restaurant meals and compare the two.
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Handy hints for your trip to Seattle
June, July, and August are amongst the best times of year to rent a motorhome in Seattle and explore the mountains and national parks. Rainfall is low, and Seattle and its surrounding areas enjoy high levels of uninterrupted sunshine, perfect for taking in those magnificent views. July and August only average 5-6 days of rain, and the ambient temperature is a comfortable 20-25 degrees. Seattle is infamously rainy outside the main season, so stick to the summer months.
Campervan heavenIf you could design a dream location for campervan holidays, then Washington State is it. The Pacific Northwest is home to vibrant and exciting cities, large areas of remote forest, picturesque mountains and 3,000 miles of rugged coastline.
The great outdoorsWhether you want to admire the scenery or get into the terrain hiking and biking, Washington State is home to 186 State Parks, three National Parks, 24 National Historic Landmarks and 17 National Natural Landmarks. The areas around Seattle are picturesque adventure playgrounds, so picking up campervan in Seattle is the ideal way to spend time in this unspoiled landscape.
History and cultureMuseums in Seattle capture the native heritage with arts, crafts and other relics of the Pacific Indian tribes. More recent history is also documented, including MoPOP, the Museum of Pop Culture – Seattle was, after all, home to Jimi Hendrix – and the Museum of Flight. Aviation has always had a significant presence in Seattle, where Boeing has a proud history spanning more than a century.
Best campervan routes in Seattle
Mount Rainier National Park
Just under two hours southeast of Seattle, Mount Rainier National Park has jaw-dropping scenery, including waterfalls, mountains, and wildflower meadows. Officially classified as 97% wilderness, this is the place to return to nature, a haven for hikers and bikers, and a picture-postcard backdrop for campervan hire in Seattle. For the most scenic driving route, take the WA-7S and WA-706E, a distance of 154 kilometres.
Snoqualmie Falls
Visit after heavy rain or snow to see them at their most impressive. Named after the Snoqualmie Tribe, the falls are perfect to head to after you hire a campervan in Seattle, as they are just half an hour east of the city at a distance of 54 kilometres. The most direct route is the I-90 heading east. If you're heading back to Seattle, take the 203 to Duvall, then across to Woodinville, and back to the city via the 405. The 203 is a beautiful highway with stunning scenery and interesting stopping places.
Leavenworth
Leavenworth is a Bavarian-themed town just over two hours' drive from Seattle and 217 kilometres. This picturebook Alpine wonderland is a great visit during the autumn months and around Christmas, but beyond the town, the area is renowned for hiking during all four seasons. The most direct route from Seattle to Leavenworth is on the I-90 E and then the US-97 N. However, if you want to make a more extended, scenic trip, there is another route past Rimrock Lake, Narada Falls and Mount Rainier National Park, which is 547 kilometres and takes between six and seven hours. Motorhome for hire in Seattle makes this scenic journey even more fun.
Sites of interest and excursions in Seattle
Olympic National Park
Rent a campervan in Seattle and head to Olympic National Park. Olympic National Park is a spectacular wilderness, and a campervan is the perfect touring vehicle to view the ancient forests, including the Hoh Rain Forest, with a river valley so quiet it is known as the most silent place in the country. Enjoy remote beaches with views of the mountains. If you join a guided tour, there are interpretive nature walks with knowledgeable naturalist guides.
Seattle Coastline
If you like mountains with your beaches, then the coastline around Seattle ticks all the boxes. There are exceptional wildlife spotting opportunities, including whales, golden eagles, mountain lions, elk, and grey wolves, plus sea cave kayaking for the adventurous.
Victoria, Canada
Visit the capital of British Columbia, and don't forget your passport! Victoria is laid-back and old-fashioned compared to Seattle, with plenty of evidence of its British history with double-decker buses and cafes serving afternoon tea. Located on Vancouver Island, Victoria is known as Canada's Garden City because of its flowers and gardens and has the mildest climate of any Canadian location.
Campsites in Seattle and the surrounding area
Your stay for the first night
- Washington/Blake Island Marine State ParkBlake Island Campground
- Washington/Illahee State ParkIllahee Campground
- Washington/Saltwater State ParkSaltwater Campground
- Washington/Belfair State ParkBelfair Beach Loop Campground
- Washington/Twanoh State ParkTwanoh Campground
- Washington/Wallace Falls State ParkWallace Falls Campground
You need to be 21 and over to legally drive a campervan in the USA. Most rental companies, however, prefer drivers to be older than 25 and may make a surcharge for younger drivers.
No. All you need is a national driving license that you have held for at least one year.
The main driver should always have a credit card. Details are held as a security and damages deposit.
While most roads in the Seattle area are suitable for campervans, there may be some roads further afield that are not suitable for heavy or large vehicles. To avoid problems, check out your route with the rental company and read your terms and conditions carefully.
Yes. You can park your campervan anywhere overnight including in the national parks and forests. If you go over the border into Canada, different rules may apply.
Nearly all campers are suitable for babies and young children and a road trip vacation is always great fun with young families. Just be sure to have appropriate child seats.
Most rental companies have a selection of pet-friendly vehicles where well-behaved dogs are welcome. Always check the terms and conditions.
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