Overview

Cougar Rock Campground, on the southwest side of Mt. Rainier National Park, is conveniently located near Paradise. Individual campsites are reservable on this page. Group campsite reservations can be made via Cougar Rock Group Campground. 

Paradise is the most popular destination in the park, with a lodge and visitor center, many miles of hiking trails and a commanding view of the mountain-the highest in the state and Cascade range. The main attraction at Mount Rainier National Park is the mountain itself, a massive glacier-clad volcano, peaking at 14,411 ft. and dominating the skyline for hundreds of miles. Visitors travel through majestic old-growth forests, past tumbling waterfalls and historic buildings to reach sub-alpine meadows, where world-famous wildflower displays bloom through July and August. Popular activities in the park include sight-seeing, hiking, rock climbing and camping.

Cougar Rock campground is located at an elevation of 3,180 feet. Summers are dry and cool with daytime temperatures ranging from 60 to 80 degrees. Weather throughout the park can be variable, so visitors should come prepared.

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Nearby Attractions

Important Notices

• Please pay attention to campsite maximum limits when selecting a site. If you exceed posted limits, you may be turned away upon arrival if a larger site is not available.

• The dates for the the reservation booking window and openings and closures is as follows:

  Loop A: One-day; 05/26-10/08 (Reservations open 05/25)

  Loop B: One-week; 06/23-09/03 (Reservations open 06/16)

  Loop C: One-week; 06/23-09/03 (Reservations open 06/16)

  Loop D: Six-months; 06/23-09/03 (Reservations open 12/23)

  Loop E: Six-months; 06/23-09/03 (Reservations open 12/23)

  Loop R: One-day; 05/26-10/08 (Reservations open 05/25)

• Maximum two tents per site provided both tents fit within the specified tent pad dimensions. Most campsites can only accommodate one tent.

• Maximum two passenger vehicles per site provided both vehicles fit in the driveway, are not parked on any vegetation, and are clear of the roadway.Maximum one RV and tow vehicle per site provided both vehicles fit in the driveway, are not parked on any vegetation, and are clear of the roadway.

• Motor homes over 35 feet and trailers over 27 feet are not allowed to enter the campground. Turns on loop roads are tight and vehicle damage is likely to occur. There is no working dump station at Cougar Rock.

• There are no electric, water or sewer hook-ups available at individual campsites. Potable water are located near the campground entrance.

• Please call the campground office at (360) 569-6626 for same day cancellations or if you will be arriving a day late. If a camper does not check-in at the ranger station by 12:00pm check-out time the day after the scheduled arrival date, their reservation will be cancelled, the camper will incur a $10.00 service fee, and forfeit the first night's camping fee. 

• Maximum six people per campsite. Many campsites can only accommodate four or less.
• Reserving multiple individual sites for events or family gatherings exceeding 12 people is not permitted.
• Groups larger than 12 people must stay at Cougar Rock Group Campground.
• Group sites are tent-only. RVs are not permitted.
• There are no shower or laundry facilities located in the park. Portable showers are prohibited.
• Hammocks must be hung within the footprint of the campsite over bare ground.

• Camping fees do not include entrance to Mount Rainier National Park.

• Visit https://www.nps.gov/mora/planyourvisit/fees.htm to learn more about park fees.

• Only valid America the Beautiful Interagency Lifetime Access, Lifetime Senior, and Annual Senior passes qualify for discounted camping rates. Passes used for discounts must be verified at the campground upon arrival.

• In loops with 7-day reservations, using the sliding window with the intention of booking sites for the weekend (while not occupying your site during the weekdays of your reservation) may result in the cancellation of your entire reservation without a refund as per our discretion.

• Gathering firewood, pine cones, pine needles or any other vegetation found within park boundaries is prohibited.
• Don't Move Firewood: Help protect our forests! Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. Moving firewood is illegal in some states. Visit dontmovefirewood.org to learn more.

Available Activities

• Interpretive Programs - Interpretive Programs
• Camping - Camping

Directions

Cougar Rock Campground is located 14 miles east of Ashford, Washington, on State Route 706/Paradise Road.

Cancellation Policy

<p>If a camper does not check-in at the ranger station by 12:00pm check-out time the day after the scheduled arrival date, their reservation will be cancelled, the camper will incur a $10.00 service fee, and forfeit the first night's camping fee. </p>

Contact Information

Phone: 360-569-6626

Rental Options

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