RV rental Shaw Island, WA: Motorhome rentals, camper van rentals and more
RV rental Shaw Island, WA: Motorhome rentals, camper van rentals and more
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Shaw Island, Washington, located between Victoria, BC and Anacortes, is the smallest of the four San Juan Islands that are accessible by ferry. The island is just under eight square miles and is home to less than 300 permanent residents. In 1841, the Wilkes Expedition named it after United States Naval Officer John Shaw.
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The Great Outdoors
Shaw County Park is a little-known gem on the small island. Just two miles from the ferry landing, it includes 60 acres of beautiful woodland and shoreline. The park has the best public access to the waterfront, and it has fire rings and grills, a baseball diamond, and picnic areas. This is a great place to explore with your RV rental in Shaw Island as they have both day use and overnight camping areas available.
RV Parks
Although Shaw County Park does not have hookups, they do have reservable campsites that would be appropriate for small RVs. The park offers vault toilets, a group campsite, and seasonal water spigots--you will need to bring your own water if you come in the winter. If you’d like to camp with your motorhome rental in Shaw Island, this is the only publicly available campground.
Exploring the City
Tiny Shaw Island is perhaps best known for its nuns. Since 1977, Our Lady of the Rock Monastery has been operated by Benedictine nuns. The monastery is one of the island’s last working farms, and the nuns can frequently be seen milking cows, caring for their llamas and alpacas, or working in the vegetable garden. The nuns offer their hospitality and farm-to-table meals to travelers, in exchange for donations or work on the farm. This is a wonderful place to visit with your camper rental in Shaw Island, especially if you aren’t afraid to get your hands dirty!
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Popular nearby hiking trails and campgrounds
- Hiking TrailLocation
- Turtleback Mountain South Trail , WAShaw Island, WA
- Jones Island, WAFriday Harbor, WA
- Spencer Spit Trail, WALopez Island, WA
- Obstruction Pass Trail, WAMoran State Park, WA
- Cascade Lake Trail, WAMoran State Park, WA
- Shark Reef Recreation Area, WASan Juan Island National Historical Park, WA
- Mount Finlayson Trail, WASan Juan Island National Historical Park, WA
- Cascade Falls Trail, WAMoran State Park, WA
- Cattle Point - San Juan Island, WASan Juan Island National Historical Park, WA
- Mountain Lake and Twin Lakes Trail, WAMoran State Park, WA
- CampgroundsLocation
- Burlington / Anacortes KOA, WASkagit County, WA
- Fort Casey Campground, WAIsland County, WA
- Jefferson County Fairgrounds Campground, WAJefferson County, WA
- Lynden / Bellingham KOA, WAWhatcom County, WA
- Olympic Peninsula / Port Angeles KOA, WAClallam County, WA
- Log Cabin Resort, WAClallam County, WA
- Dungeness Forks Campground, WAClallam County, WA
- Concrete / Grandy Creek KOA, WASkagit County, WA
- Douglas Fir Campground, WAWhatcom County, WA
- Lakeside RV Park, WASnohomish County, WA
- RV dealerships in Washington
Recent RV rental reviews in Shaw Island
Jeffra F.
August, 2025
I explored the vast Olympic Peninsula in the trusty Mercedes Winnebago Revel that I rented from Ricardo in Port Townsend. The vehicle had been well maintained and was easy to maneuver, even for a petite 70-year-old female like me. I especially loved the digital rearview mirror that provided a clear, unobstructed view of the road and vehicles behind me. The portable induction stovetop saved a lot of time (heats up and cools down quickly) and stowed conveniently in an under-the-counter cubby. There were plenty of bins in which to securely store dry goods while on the road. I do wish there had been a drawer or two for clothing and personal items. However, under the bed (which electronically rises all the way to the ceiling, if wanted), there was space to store luggage and other large travel items. Once I arrived at each of my destinations, getting parked and settled in was a piece of cake. The lighted awning, window screens, and side and back door screens allowed in the sweet pine-scented breeze that most campers can’t get enough of. Restroom facilities at the campgrounds where I stayed were clean and convenient, so the cassette toilet was rarely used. The indoor shower seemed pretty cramped, so I opted for the outdoor hook-up, which meant a hot shower every time. Speaking of which, the water heater powered up very quickly for indoor and outdoor water use. The control panel for water pump, water heater, tank levels, battery use, and inverter was easy to navigate. Fortunately, for those times when pushing a button didn’t produce the result I wanted, I could (and did) consult the printed troubleshooting guide that Ricardo had included in the renter’s info binder. The first time I had to empty the gray water tank was less intimidating because I paired my handwritten notes scribbled during Ricardo’s van orientation with the printed matter. The one time I was stumped, I elected to text and then call Ricardo (thank goodness for a signal out in the boondocks), and he patiently walked me through resolution of the issue. He was a very gracious, generous (best home-baked blueberry muffins on the planet), thoughtful, and conscientious host. I will most definitely rent from him if I have the good fortune to be up in Port Townsend again.
Larry S.
August, 2025
Lorna is a fabulous host who understands a campers needs. The motorhome was reliable and comfortable with a terrific mattress for sleeping. Highly recommended!!
Kyle T.
August, 2025
Trevor was amazing to work with, quick to respond, helpful, and professional. The trailer was spotless, fully stocked with quality equipment, and in excellent condition. Everything was seamless from start to finish, making our trip stress-free and thoroughly enjoyable. Highly recommend booking with Trevor!
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