Cougar Rock Campground (Washington) Make a Reservation

Cougar Rock campground is on the southwest side of Mt. Rainier National Park and is convenient to the Paradise area. Paradise is the most popular destination in the park with a lodge and visitor center. In addition, there are 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 feet and dominating the skyline for hundreds of miles. Visitors enjoy the old-growth forests, waterfalls, and historic buildings. Furthermore, popular activities in the park include sight-seeing, hiking, rock climbing and camping.

Cougar Rock campground sits at an elevation of 3,180 feet. Cougar Rock is relatively rustic, but has drinking water, flush toilets, and picnic tables. There are 173 campsites, this facility is one of only two campgrounds in the park. The Cougar Rock campground has one lookout point from which campers can view Mt. Rainier. Also, The campground is nearby the Nisqually River and is surrounded by thick forests. A short drive to Paradise in summer reveals fields of lush wildflowers.

Finally, visitors can reserve campsites.

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Directions:

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