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2026 Season availability
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- Potable Water
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- Picnic Table
- Fire Pit
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- Parking
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Reviews (1422)
What Guests Are Saying
Cougar Rock Campground offers a beautiful, serene setting with spacious and private campsites, making it an excellent choice for nature enthusiasts. Many reviewers praised the cleanliness of the facilities, including the bathrooms, and appreciated the helpfulness of the staff. While some noted minor issues like the lack of soap and close footpaths to campsites, overall experiences were positive, with many expressing a desire to return.
What Guests Are Saying
Cougar Rock Campground offers a beautiful, serene setting with spacious and private campsites, making it an excellent choice for nature enthusiasts. Many reviewers praised the cleanliness of the facilities, including the bathrooms, and appreciated the helpfulness of the staff. While some noted minor issues like the lack of soap and close footpaths to campsites, overall experiences were positive, with many expressing a desire to return.
Review Summary
Jennifer B
June 3, 2025
This was a nice spot. Good flat ground for car camping. Bathrooms were pretty clean. Saw lots of wild life
Janine V
February 13, 2025
A very lovely place to be. We had a stay at the end of the season. We had a pull through campside with a 30 ft RV. It is better if you get help by a passender by entering or leaving the site. We enjoyed the silence an pure nature. A good stay if you visit the NP. Reservation ist necessary.
The only negative: No mobile network and no wifi
The Ranger at the reception was very friendly an helpful.
Janine V
February 13, 2025
A very lovely place to be. We had a stay at the end of the season. We had a pull through campside with a 30 ft RV. It is better if you get help by a passender by entering or leaving the site. We enjoyed the silence an pure nature. A good stay if you visit the NP. Reservation ist necessary.
The only negative: No mobile network and no wifi
The Ranger at the reception was very friendly an helpful.
Kaylea C
VerifiedJanuary 6, 2025 • Stayed at: D034, Loop: Loop D
Great spot, close to a bunch of good hikes and clean bathrooms.
Kaylea C
VerifiedJanuary 6, 2025 • Stayed at: D034, Loop: Loop D
Great spot, close to a bunch of good hikes and clean bathrooms.
Thomas G
October 23, 2024
it was late in the season, mid week and First Come First served but very few people so our experience might not be typical of most6 campers.
The rangers were helpful, the campsite was quiet. It would be nice if there was a dump station and water fill at the campground though.
Thomas G
October 23, 2024
it was late in the season, mid week and First Come First served but very few people so our experience might not be typical of most6 campers.
The rangers were helpful, the campsite was quiet. It would be nice if there was a dump station and water fill at the campground though.
Cassie S
VerifiedOctober 8, 2024 • Stayed at: C032, Loop: Loop C
Campground was very clean, including the bathrooms, and peaceful. I didn't know if I should expect showers but there were not-- I might have just not looked adequately when selecting this campground though. No complaints. Very happy to stay here and be able to start my hike first thing in the morning already in the park avoiding all the traffic. 10/10.
Cassie S
VerifiedOctober 8, 2024 • Stayed at: C032, Loop: Loop C
Campground was very clean, including the bathrooms, and peaceful. I didn't know if I should expect showers but there were not-- I might have just not looked adequately when selecting this campground though. No complaints. Very happy to stay here and be able to start my hike first thing in the morning already in the park avoiding all the traffic. 10/10.
Mark W
VerifiedSeptember 30, 2024 • Stayed at: B030, Loop: Loop B
Conveniently located next to some fun filler hiking trails as well as one of the lodges. Facilities were fine and first come first serve was really appreciated.
Location & Directions for Cougar Rock Campground
, Longmire, WA 98361 United States
Elevation: 966 ft
Getting There
Cougar Rock Campground is located 14 mi east of Ashford, Washington, on State Route 706/Paradise Road.
Highway access
Cougar Rock Campground is accessible via State Route 706, which is approximately 14 miles from Ashford, Washington.
Near Mount Rainier National Park
The closest entrance is: Nisqually Entrance
Approximate drive: 7.4 mi · 13 min
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check out time
12PM
General
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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Last updated: October 21, 2026