Tolt-MacDonald Park & Campground

J H

2024-04

What a Beautiful place to take your family, we love coming here to just get away on a short trip. The trail is mainly flat and perfect for walking & bike rides. The River is so peaceful and beautiful to just gaze at. If you are looking for a trail you can easily walk, run or ride a bike, this is the place. Be sure to pack some water and enjoy this wonderful experience.Remlinger Farms is right next store, grab some lunch at there amazing restaurant for a home cooked meal to end your trip!Have fun!😎

Heather A Adams

2023-09

I came here for a retreat weekend, so the park was closed and we had it all to ourselves in a fairly small group. Otherwise, I can imagine it possibly being very busy because it was lovely and somehow still had green grass deep into a dry summer. There were great big trees of all types for shade and open meadows for games and activities. The best part about this park is the fact that there is a trail head with lots of different trails of all types, but the biggest thriller was the water access. There is a large and lovely river right off this camp area. The water is super cold, but you’re able to get used to it and actually enjoy it on a hot day. The shore is rocky but could use chairs if you want to stay all day. There’s a beautiful bridge spanning the expanse of the river. This is a really awesome place as well because the town of Carnation, directly outside the park has, shopping, coffee, groceries restaurants, gas, and supplies. But somehow when you’re in the park, it seems like everything like that is far far away. It’s truly a magical place. Very curious to see how it is in normal operations.

Zachary Garrett

2024-05

Excellent Yurt camping available across the river via reservation. Carts available at the parking lot to help carry gear across the bridge. Big pavilion for shelter from rain with lots of space for large groups to play games and spend time. Nice short hikes out west, and long flat trails to the east, playground to entertain kids just a short walk away. A wonderful weekend get away for glamping.

Scott Younggren

2023-09

Very pretty park with excellent amenities. Lots of parking, play fields are kept in great shape and the river makes for relaxing feeling. Lots of shade trees if you want them. The big barn makes a nice area for groups and the adjacent bbq is a nice touch. Today the Porsche Club of America was having a group event here which seemed very fitting for this upscale facility.

George Kawai-Seguin

2023-10

This stay was great and there's an nice bridge great view a lot of nature plenty of trails the only problem is the closest bathroom is not very nice bathroom and there's only two bathrooms in the whole camp area.Restrooms: Not too nice the best bathroom in the site is very far away from where we stayed and also the same quality as a rest stopPicnic area: Table is clean

Jessica Wan

2023-10

Love this spacious RV campsite, a big lawn in the middle that allow lots of ball games, close to water and the river is calm. Can float or paddle. Several easy trials nearby, Pizza & ice cream or Pho or grocery are within 20 mins walk.Restrooms: It is in the center of the park, old fashioned. I prefer to use my own in RV.Dog-friendliness: Big lawn in the center and lots of trials for dogs.

Frederick Burke

2024-01

Amping and yurts seemed to have space for a few people to enjoy a visit. Plenty to explore.

J Mcclain

2023-09

First time camping ever! Shower was warm and nice camping space. I will post more later. The river is right by the Campground and looks like it might be a great fishing spot!

jessica lake

2023-05

Lovely expansive park. Tree lined drive opens to acres of well maintained spaces. Playground, sport fields, grass field, barn styled covered area. Porta potty bathrooms extremely clean. Suspension bridge crosses over the Snoqualmie River and leads to walking paths, covered picnic area and nearby yurts. Campground is nestled between the Snoqualmie River and Tolt Rivers and offers walking paths to river’s edge. Excellent location to spend hours exploring, playing and relaxing.

Theresa Harris

2023-08

We have been camping here for years! Always have a nice experience, people friendly, and always enjoy our time on the river. It is an easy walk down to the Snoqualmie river with a sandy beach for the kids to play on, and plenty of area to swim, where the current is not strong. You can also walk over or drive around to the Tolt river. Here is a rocky beach with a smaller river which empties into the Snoqualmie.Restrooms: Main restroom nice. Clean, mirrors, one big shower area with dressing room in women's.Dog-friendliness: Lots of area for dogs to run (though leash is required around camp sites). You can cross the 500 ft foot bridge and lots of trails.Picnic area: A couple if nice picnic areas to reserve. Especially like the big red barn with spacious open, but under cover picnic area and nice lawn surrounding it.

Miguel S

2022-05

We stayed in the yurts with some friends over a September weekend and we lucked out with great weather for most of the time. The camp sites are located across a suspension bridge, which is a bit of a pain to get to, but they provide wheel barrows to make it a little easier. If you arrive during a peak, you might have to wait a while. Once you get over the bridge, all of the sites are generously spaced out. Our was #4 and it was right by the bathroom, which was convenient but also provided a constant fragrance that was not desirable. The bathroom was probably the worst part as we only used it as a last resort as it was quite smelly. Our yurt had two bunk beds which were ok (better than sleeping on the floor) but it also had two outlets which was great for plugging sound machines for the kids. And the large outdoor grass areas was great for letting the kids roam. We didn't make it too far up the hiking trails but they looked beautiful. Overall, this was a great affordable way to "glamp" while not having to sleep in a tent.

Jitendra Keswani

2021-05

Liked the place where you can visit with family or a group to enjoy sunshine..This has a water access for different activity.We spent some time on the lawn to have group lunch and then we decided to approach the water which you can walk for a mile crossing the hanging bridge ..The trail to approach the water is not defined so you can hunt based on where you want to go ..which you can see from the bridgeIt has different access for family fun or kayak rentals..So decided your entry based on your intrest.We saw lots of people with kayak and tubes coming down with river flow..The river is not very deep and you can easily cross by walk..was fun for our friends and family ..This place offer RV and ⛺ camping..which you can book easily online..

Gabriele Kessler

2023-08

Did not visit the campground ,but used the little boat launch to put the kayak into the water. Great parking as well. Had some kids with me and it was super easy to get into the water with all of our stuff. Paddled under the bridge up river to a nice sandy Beach and let the kids play all day.

Rahul Kakade

2020-05

This is one of the best kept secrets in Washington State! This campground is AMAZING! Just be aware that they are very strict about the 3pm check in time. In fact, they will close off the entrance and ask anyone showing up early to park in the overflow parking lot and wait until 3pm so don't show up early thinking you'll get a head start on setting up your spot if it's empty. Secondly, sites 6, 7, and 8 have very sharp turns so if you're not in a Class A or a very small rig you may not be able to unhitch your tow vehicle or station your rig very easily because the pull through spot is shaped like the letter C. Spot 17 is the longest and straightest pull through but it's wide open and next to the tent camping section. The campground is absolutely beautiful with the suspension bridge, the two rivers (Tolt and Snoqualmie) and the ample hiking trails in the foothills surrounding. Plus, the little town of Carnation is awesome with a great thrift store (re-incarnation) and a great grocery store that is walking distance from the campsite. Just follow the signs to town. There is a dumping station on the way out on the right side in the Storage facility on the corner. his is a really nice and very large county park. It is well off the beaten path in Carnation, but not so far off the grid that you aren't near useful resources. Not more than 3 blocks away is a small shopping center with a few small cafes, a Starbucks and a grocery store. Picnicking as an out-of-towner is easy with food so close by. The park is beautiful and very secluded and very large. There is plenty of parking and lots of space to roam, along with a number of very long walking/running/biking pathways.I would give this campground a 10 out of 10 rating.

Brian Blackmore

2024-02

There are not as many bathrooms as there appear to be on the map. Portable at overflow parking, others are across the bridge.The lower loop is open, not flooded 2024-02-06, but there are still a few slick spots of mud on the upper trails.

Ann Mari Gantenbein

2019-05

Love this place doggie does too. The water is clean running and runs strong in places but it's posted and visually obvious. It's RV place is busy but the asphalt trail coupled with trees swamps and tall grass areas make it ridiculous to keep dog on leash during non camping months. A bridge connects just side to RV side and offers spectacular views.

Stephanie Kitchen

2023-05

The park is beautiful, classic PNW. However due to the complete lack of description for the "Cabin", a term that was very liberally used, we were ill prepared for this trip. The 3rd image is a log shelter which is only $20 a night however my family was expecting a CABIN, ya know something with a door. Luckily we have a friend in the area and we were able to borrow camping gear and make due. Also originally we were going to have our 3 daughters with us 8-10 thankfully they wanted to spend the weekend with grandma. Overall we will be back, but we will make sure to reserve a yurt next time or just a tent site.There is a wonderful educational u-pick farm nearby called First Light Farm and Learning Center which had delicious produce you can buy or pick and purchase. The local honey is amazing!

Matt

2022-05

Gorgeous park with a cool bridge and paths winding through flat forest, wooded hills, and leading down to the Snoqualmie River. Campsites and picnic shelters are available. A great place for to spend some time near the river

Vinti Bang

2023-05

Amazing park with a lovely campground.Very scenic next to the river.Well maintained and serene.Would love to do camping here.Ceossing the bridge is quite fun for camping.

Glenn Fallucca

2022-05

Great park with hiking trails and nice camping spots. We went for the tent camping and thoroughly enjoyed it. A bit of a long walk from the car with the gear, but the wheelbarrow makes it easy-peasy!

Rachit Gupta

2021-05

Biked here 1/10. What a beautiful spot to take your mountain bike up and come down. I'm not an expert but the trails seemed to be well maintained and fairly popular. A bit muddy so have the relevant gear with you. Have fun!

Van Lanning

2023-05

Easy loading and unloading with a nice boat ramp. No parking fee and easy paddle on the Snoqualmie River makes this a great spot for hot days.

Erik Oppenneer

2017-05

A small but will run campground offering designated tent area, easy pull-thru camp sites for RV or trailers, yurts, and even a shipping container. Cool suspension bridge over the river. A really nice getaway that isn't far from Seattle.

Zach Szablewski

2020-05

This is a great park, there is camping, river access and a deceptively extensive trail network. Beautiful views of the river and even views of the surrounding mountains. The suspension bridge brings a lot of character and historical significance. Our autumn visit was well timed with the changing leaves and Salmon running.

Jeff Harrits

2023-05

A nice park with 15 RV sites (water/electric) that are on the outside of the campground loop. There are several tent / yurt options. We stayed two nights (which I believe is required, $35/night) in early June of 2022. At that time reservations need to be made through Active Advantage, a website/organization that generally handles "event" registrations, so sometimes the terminology in the reservation information might seem confusing. There is a bathroom/shower area, which was basic but clean.We really like the hiking/walking opportunities, whether around the park, into town, or along a connector trail and so did our dog.

Robert Poghen

2023-05

Love the bridge!!! Oh and did I mention the bridge! The hike is enjoyable and the camping spaces are spread out just enough for privacy. The spaces are large with hook ups. The yurts are really cool, and provide for an amazing experience. The river is amazing year round, we enjoy swimming here too.

Michael Parker (mops)

2023-12

We live in carnation and this park is where we walk our dog daily. Several different route options to keep things interesting. Our pup would definitely recommend.

Wo0dy

2024-04

Very nice park with multiple camp spots. Rv power and water. Restrooms with showers. Yerts across the bridge.

Beth Chaney-Torni

2023-05

Cute campground and hiking trail! All Trails labels this as a "Moderate" level hike but I disagree, it was fairly short and not too much elevation gain. Still we had nice views of the Cascades! The trail kind of ends abruptly off of a logging route, so only 4 stars for the hike.

Joon Park

2022-05

We did the kayaking with Carnation. They were friendly, the kayak and safety vest were clean and nice. It is $20 an hour but it is fun. Recommend!