Camping in Mount Rainier National Park

Campgrounds

Mount Rainier National Park

Mount Rainier National Park in Washington offers diverse camping experiences for outdoor enthusiasts of all levels, from developed campgrounds with amenities near the park's entrances to remote backcountry sites for experienced backpackers seeking solitude. Visitors can choose between comfortable options like Cougar Rock and Paradise campgrounds, which provide facilities and easy access to hiking trails, or venture into the wilderness for a more immersive alpine adventure. Whether you're car camping with family or embarking on a multi-day trek around the iconic volcano, Mount Rainier provides unforgettable experiences set against one of North America's most majestic mountain landscapes.

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Cougar Rock Campground

179 Sites
78 Tent Only
$20.00 Per Night

Cougar Rock Campground is located on the south side of the park, on the road between Longmire and Paradise. It is in a steep valley with the Nisqually River across the main road. Thick forest extends through the whole campground providing privacy for campsites. Access to the Wonderland trail is acro...

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Reservations can be made online or by telephone 1-877-444-6777. Cougar Rock campsites tend to open in mid to late May as weather allows. From opening until the end of June, all open sites are first-co...

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Ohanapecosh Campground

179 Sites
47 Tent Only
$20.00 Per Night

NOTE: The Ohanapecosh Campground will be CLOSED for the summer of 2026 as part of the Ohanapecosh Campground rehabilitation project. Ohanapecosh Campground is tucked in the forest along the banks of the Ohanapecosh River at an elevation of 1,914 feet. It is located in the southeast corner of the par...

Water Flush Toilets - seasonal

Reservations can be made online or by telephone 1-877-444-6777. Ohanapecosh campsites tend to open in mid to late May as weather allows. From opening until the end of June, all open sites are first-co...

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White River Campground

88 Sites
15 Tent Only
$20.00 Per Night

Located on the eastern side of the park below Sunrise, White River campground takes its name from the river flowing beside it. Tucked into a steep canyon, curves can be tight. When open for the summer, it is always first-come, first-serve. The Wonderland trail runs through the campground on its way ...

Water Flush Toilets - seasonal

When open for the summer, all sites are first-come, first-serve. The campground does not take reservations.