Cougar Rock Group Campground
COUGAR ROCK GROUP CAMPGROUND
Part of Mount Rainier National Park
Overview
Cougar Rock Group Campground, on the southwest side of Mt. Rainier National Park, is conveniently located near Paradise. Group campsite reservations can be made on this page. Individual campsites are reservable via Cougar Rock 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 main attraction at Mount Rainier National Park is the mountain itself, a glacier-clad volcano of immense proportions. At 14,411 feet, it dominates the skyline for hundreds of miles. Visitors travel through majestic old-growth forest, past tumbling waterfalls and historic buildings to reach sub-alpine meadows, where world-famous wildflower displays are seen through July and August. Popular activities in the park include sight-seeing, hiking, rock climbing and camping.
The Cougar Rock area is located at an elevation of 3,180 feet. Summers are dry and cool with daytime temperatures in the 60 to 80-degree range. Weather throughout the park can be variable, so visitors should come prepared.
Facilities
The group campground has five campsites and is located within the general Cougar Rock Campground. Sites are relatively rustic, but have drinking water, flush toilets and picnic tables. All group campsites must be reserved. Visitors must use extra caution with food storage, as foxes and other animals have been known to frequent the campground looking for food.Natural Features
The campground has one lookout point from which campers can view Mt. Rainier. Although it is peaceful now, the still-active volcano last erupted in the mid 1800s. The campground is adjacent to the Nisqually River and is surrounded by thick forests. A short drive to Paradise in summer reveals fields of lush wildflowers.Recreation
From the facility, experienced hikers and backpackers can access the well-known, strenuous but beautiful Wonderland Trail, which encircles the park for 93 miles. For those who enjoy learning more about the park's natural and cultural history, there is an on-site amphitheater where interpretive programs are held.Nearby Attractions
Mount Rainier National Park is about 50 miles southeast of the Seattle-Tacoma metropolitan area.Important Notices
No RVs allowed in the group sites.
The number of vehicles per site is limited to 5 passenger vehicles.
- No firewood gathering is allowed.
- Please store food properly to protect wildlife.
- This area is subject to sudden and severe geological hazards such as flooding, landslides and rock fall.
- 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
- DAY USE AREA - Amphitheater
- VISITOR CENTER - Ranger Station
- PICNICKING - Picnic Tables
- HIKING - Hiking
- INTERPRETIVE PROGRAMS - Educational Programs
- CAMPING - Camping
Directions
Cougar Rock Campground is located 14 miles east of Ashford, Washington, on State Route 706/Paradise Road.
Contact Information
Phone: 360-569-2211
Longmire, WA 98361Rental Options
Available Campsites
- Site F004, Loop Loop F-Group, Type Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric
- Site F005, Loop Loop F-Group, Type Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric
- Site F001, Loop Loop F-Group, Type Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric
- Site F003, Loop Loop F-Group, Type Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric
- Site F002, Loop Loop F-Group, Type Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric
