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| Location | Longmire, Washington |
|---|---|
| Nightly rate (listed) | From $20/night |
| Guest rating | 4.0 / 5 (799 reviews) |
| Maximum RV length | 35 ft (longest listed site) |
| Hookups | None listed |
| Pull-through sites | Yes |
| RV sites | 157 |
| Book on | Recreation.gov |
From the park's listing on Recreation.gov. Confirm details with the park before you book.
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Closest stays by type. Distances are straight-line from Cougar Rock Campground, not driving.
Available Oct 30 – Nov 1 · 2 nights8 sites open for every night
Available Oct 30 – Nov 1 · 2 nights8 sites open for every night
Available Oct 30 – Nov 1 · 2 nights6 sites open for every nightThis weekend · Not yet releasedRecreation.gov hasn't opened these dates yet
Cougar Rock Campground is a Recreation.gov campground in Longmire. It lists 157 RV or RV/tent sites for rigs up to 35 ft. Pets are allowed per the listing.
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Availability checked Oct 12 on Recreation.gov. Rates are the provider's nightly rates; totals are estimates before taxes & fees.
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No recent availability data on Recreation.gov: this grid may be out of date, so check availability with the provider. Showing 40 of 176 sites.
| Site | Fr 30 | Sa 31 | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| C027 standard nonelectric | – | – | $20 |
| C028 standard nonelectric | – | – | $20 |
| C029 standard nonelectric | – | – | $20 |
| C030 standard nonelectric | – | – | $20 |
| C031 standard nonelectric | – | – | $20 |
| C032 standard nonelectric | – | – | $20 |
| C033 standard nonelectric | – | – | $20 |
| C034 standard nonelectric | – | – | $20 |
| C035 standard nonelectric | – | – | $20 |
| C036 standard nonelectric | – | – | $20 |
| C037 standard nonelectric | – | – | $20 |
| C038 standard nonelectric | – | – | $20 |
| D001 standard nonelectric | – | – | $20 |
| D002 standard nonelectric | – | – | $20 |
| D003 standard nonelectric | – | – | $20 |
| D004 standard nonelectric | – | – | $20 |
| A001 standard nonelectric | – | – | $20 |
| A003 standard nonelectric | – | – | $20 |
| A004 standard nonelectric | – | – | $20 |
| A005 standard nonelectric | – | – | $20 |
| A006 standard nonelectric | – | – | $20 |
| A007 standard nonelectric | – | – | $20 |
| A008 standard nonelectric | – | – | $20 |
| A009 standard nonelectric | – | – | $20 |
| A011 standard nonelectric | – | – | $20 |
| A013 standard nonelectric | – | – | $20 |
| A014 standard nonelectric | – | – | $20 |
| A015 standard nonelectric | – | – | $20 |
| A016 standard nonelectric | – | – | $20 |
| A018 standard nonelectric | – | – | $20 |
| A020 standard nonelectric | – | – | $20 |
| A021 standard nonelectric | – | – | $20 |
| A022 standard nonelectric | – | – | $20 |
| A026 standard nonelectric | – | – | $20 |
| A027 standard nonelectric | – | – | $20 |
| A028 standard nonelectric | – | – | $20 |
| B001 standard nonelectric | – | – | $20 |
| B002 standard nonelectric | – | – | $20 |
| B004 standard nonelectric | – | – | $20 |
| B005 standard nonelectric | – | – | $20 |
✓ available · R reserved · X not available · C closed · W first come, first served · N not yet released
Verbatim from guest reviews on Recreation.gov ↗ (799 reviews, ★ 4.0). Not written or edited by us.
“Beautiful Campground, close to Paradise, very friendly Ranger!”
“Great campground for a base from which to access fine hiking.”
“Upside: many private campsites and super clean bathroom. Downside: hilly campground and too few bathrooms.”
This weekend (Fri, Oct 30 – Sun, Nov 1): Book online. Reservations online on Recreation.gov — open dates and rates come from the booking site.
Longest RV site listed: 35 ft. Unsure if your rig fits? Check it in the Rig Fit tool
Cougar Rock Campground sits on the southwest flank of Mount Rainier, about 14 miles east of Ashford along State Route 706/Paradise Road, and occupies forested ground at roughly 3,180 feet elevation where the Nisqually River runs nearby. From a small lookout point within the campground you can catch clear views of the glacier-clad summit on good days, and a short summer drive takes you up to the high meadows at Paradise for the peak wildflower displays. Summers here tend to be dry and cool, with daytime temperatures commonly in the 60s to 80s, but mountain weather is changeable bring layers and expect afternoon shifts. The campground adjoins old-growth forest and provides a quieter base for wildlife viewing, hiking, fishing and climbing in the park; experienced hikers can link into the strenuous Wonderland Trail from nearby approaches, and the site hosts an amphitheater for ranger-led interpretive programs that highlight the park's natural and cultural history. The facility is relatively rustic but practical: all 173 campsites have picnic tables, and the campground offers drinking water and flush toilets. Sites are divided between those that accept both RVs and tents (114) and 59 RV-designated sites, spread across six loops A (23 sites), B (33), C (31), D (37), E (30) and R (19) so you can pick a quieter loop or one closer to the river or amenities. Cougar Rock is one of only two campgrounds in Mount Rainier National Park where individual campsites can be reserved in advance; group reservations are handled separately at the nearby group campground. Pay attention to the park's check-in policy: if you fail to check in at the ranger station by noon the day after your scheduled arrival, your reservation will be canceled, you will incur a $10 service fee and forfeit the first night's fee. Food storage is important here foxes and other animals are known to visit the campground so use park-approved lockers or follow the posted guidance to keep wildlife wild.
| Agency / operator | Not listed |
|---|---|
| Booking | Recreation.gov [Recreation.gov] |
| Max RV / trailer length |
Picks are 35 ft or shorter: the longest RV site listed here. Pickup area: Seattle (Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)), about 53 mi straight-line from Cougar Rock Campground. RV rentals in Seattle
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Pick up in Enumclaw| Not listed |
| Bear storage | Not listed |
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| Season | Not listed |
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| Hookups | Not listed |
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| Max stay | 14 nights max |
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Sources: Recreation.gov — Cougar Rock Campground. "Not listed" means no source we use states it.
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