Platform tents offer a middle ground between traditional camping and cabin stays. At Dosewallips State Park in Washington State, visitors can experience this style of rustic glamping in canvas-walled structures built on raised wooden platforms.
Platform Tent at Dosewallips
Photo Credit: Smastrong/Flickr
Design Details
- Size: 14 x 16 feet (224 square feet)
- Location: Dosewallips State Park, Washington
- Sleeps: 5 (bunk bed for 3, futon for 2)
- Structure: White canvas walls on wooden platform
- Amenities Inside: Lights, table, heater
- Amenities Outside: Deck, picnic table, fire grill
- Facilities: Bath and shower a short walk away
- Also Available: Yurts and cabins at the same park
Why Platform Tents Appeal
- More Comfortable Than Tent Camping: Real beds, heaters, and lights improve the experience
- Less Expensive Than Cabins: Canvas construction keeps costs lower
- Connection to Nature: Canvas walls let you hear rain, wind, and wildlife
- No Gear Required: Beds and furniture are provided
- Try Before Building: Experience small-space living without commitment
Lessons from Platform Tent Design
- Raised Platforms Solve Moisture Problems: Elevating structures keeps floors dry and improves ventilation
- Canvas Is a Viable Building Material: Properly treated canvas provides weather protection at low cost
- Shared Facilities Reduce Footprint: Communal bathrooms allow smaller individual structures
- Outdoor Living Space Extends Usable Area: Decks, picnic tables, and fire areas expand functionality beyond walls
- 224 Sq Ft Sleeps Five: Efficient layouts can accommodate more people than expected
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great post as usual!
beautiful little park on the Dosewallups river, just off hwy 101 on the Olympic Penninsula, easy to find, quiet during the week…Jan/local