Goldendale captivates with its Goldendale Observatory State Park, the state's premier spot for public stargazing under pitch-black skies. Twelve RV parks anchor this high-desert outpost, ideal for astronomers, hikers, and Columbia River adventurers. Base your rig here to explore wind-swept hills and fossil-filled trails by day, then scan the cosmos at night.
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Goldendale crowns Klickitat County's rolling plateau, 15 miles north of the Columbia River. Climb the Goldendale Observatory dome for laser-guided star tours every clear Friday night. Pedal or drive the hairpin turns of Maryhill Loops Road, a motorcyclist's dream. Wander the Goldendale Airport's annual fly-in or picnic amid Simcoe Mountains wildflowers. Probe ancient petroglyphs at the nearby Columbia Hills Historical State Park.
Peach Beach Campground & RV Park draws families to its Columbia River edge with WiFi, showers, 50-amp hookups, and group sites at $45 to $48 per night. Maryhill State Park lures boaters and anglers with 30-amp power, a dump station, and waterfront pads from $40 nightly. Stargazers RV Resort suits extended stays in full-hookup bliss, sewer, water, and electric from $52 per night. Budget hunters pick Cottonwood RV Park for pet-friendly 50-amp sites starting at $25 nightly. Brooks Memorial State Park fits tent-RV hybrids with basic comforts from $35 per night.
Goldendale earns fame as Washington's astronomy capital through Goldendale Observatory State Park. This facility hosts public star parties with massive telescopes under some of the darkest skies in the U.S. Hikers chase Simcoe Mountains trails, while drivers tackle the thrilling Maryhill Loops Road nearby. Wind farms dot the horizon for a futuristic twist on rural charm.
Find 12 RV parks near Goldendale, including Peach Beach Campground & RV Park, Maryhill State Park, Stargazers RV Resort, Cottonwood RV Park, and Brooks Memorial State Park. These spots cluster along the Columbia River or in town, offering WiFi, hookups from 30 to 50 amps, showers, and dump stations. Rates start at $25 nightly for budget options.
Yes, Cottonwood RV Park explicitly allows pets with 50-amp sites, showers, and WiFi from $25 per night. Other parks like Peach Beach and Stargazers RV Resort often accommodate leashed pets; call ahead to confirm policies. Goldendale's open spaces suit dog walks near the Columbia River or Simcoe trails.