La Wis Wis
Cowlitz River
La Wis Wis Campsite
La Wis Wis picnic shelter
La Wis Wis Campground site

Featured amenities

Parking Parking
River Access River Access

Available sites

67 total sites

About La Wis Wis Campground

Situated at the confluence of three waterways near Mount Rainier, La Wis Wis is nestled under a canopy of towering Douglas firs and red cedars. The handful of sites that dot the riverbank enjoy the most sunshine. With an abundance of activities nearby, La Wis Wis is a popular destination for long-stay camping. Its proximity to Mount Rainier National Park makes it an excellent base for exploring all of the area's natural wonders.

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
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Currently closed

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Parking Parking
River Access River Access
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Firewood Available
Parking and Transport

Parking and Transport

  • Parking
Water Access

Water Access

  • River Access
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

67 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 001, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 001, Loop: H RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Pull-through
⛺ 002, Loop: C Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 003, Loop: D Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 003, Loop: E Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 004, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 004, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 004, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 004, Loop: D Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 004, Loop: E Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 005, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 006, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 006, Loop: D Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 007, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 008, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 008, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Pull-through
⛺ 008, Loop: C Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 008, Loop: D Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 008, Loop: H Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 009, Loop: C Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 009, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 010, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Pull-through
⛺ 010, Loop: H Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 011, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 011, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 011, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 011, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 011, Loop: H RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 012, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 012, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 012, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 012, Loop: H RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 013, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 013, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 014, Loop: A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 014, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 014, Loop: C Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 014, Loop: D Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 014M, Loop: H RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 015, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 015, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 015, Loop: H RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 015M, Loop: C Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 016, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 016, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 016, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Pull-through
🚐 016, Loop: H RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 016M, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 017, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 017, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 017, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 018, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 018C, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 018M, Loop: D Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 019, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Pull-through
🚐 019M, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 020, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 021, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 022, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 023, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 024M, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 025, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Pull-through
🚐 026, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 027, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 028, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Pull-through
🚐 029, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 Coho, Loop: E RV
Pet Friendly

Reviews (732)

What Guests Are Saying

La Wis Wis Campground is praised for its beautiful, shaded sites and proximity to the river, providing a peaceful camping experience. Many guests enjoyed the friendly hosts and the well-maintained facilities, although some noted the lack of running water and issues with reserved sites. Overall, visitors appreciated the campground's cleanliness, quiet atmosphere, and access to outdoor activities like hiking and swimming, making it a favorite destination for repeat campers.

Review Summary

4.0
732 reviews
5
49.9%
365
4
23.8%
174
3
11.5%
84
2
4.9%
36
1
10.0%
73

Elizabeth R

Verified

June 2, 2025 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: A

4

Great experience, had an awesome campsite with easy river access. Toilets were very clean, camp hosts were wonderful. No water, but we came prepared. My only complaint was other campers playing loud music all day and into the night.

Doug S

Verified

June 2, 2025 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: B

3

Can’t give it more than three stars this time. It would be nice if the hosts patrolled at 10 pm quiet time to ensure that large groups are not cranking music for parties until 1 am. It was also inconvenient that the water wasn’t working and kinda crazy that it was only considered a $4 daily inconvenience.

Susan S

Verified

June 2, 2025 • Stayed at: 027, Loop: A

5

We loved this campground. Great hosts, no wifi, and the site itself is very large. The camp spots are small, but very clean. The bathrooms were very clean and there were lots of them. No running water for camping use but that's not a big deal for us. About a 10 minute drive to Packwood. We had 27A which was on the river. 26A has a shore line you can walk down to and the trial to the river is located next to that. Some of the best sites on the river are 23A, 16A, D18, D20, D23, D27. From the picnic shelter area it's about a 10 minute walk to the "blue hole". You can camp over there too in the area called The Hatchery. There you have beach access and the swimming hole. The rest of the water around this site is fairly rapid.

Elizabeth R

Verified

June 2, 2025 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: A

4

Great experience, had an awesome campsite with easy river access. Toilets were very clean, camp hosts were wonderful. No water, but we came prepared. My only complaint was other campers playing loud music all day and into the night.

Doug S

Verified

June 2, 2025 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: B

3

Can’t give it more than three stars this time. It would be nice if the hosts patrolled at 10 pm quiet time to ensure that large groups are not cranking music for parties until 1 am. It was also inconvenient that the water wasn’t working and kinda crazy that it was only considered a $4 daily inconvenience.

Susan S

Verified

June 2, 2025 • Stayed at: 027, Loop: A

5

We loved this campground. Great hosts, no wifi, and the site itself is very large. The camp spots are small, but very clean. The bathrooms were very clean and there were lots of them. No running water for camping use but that's not a big deal for us. About a 10 minute drive to Packwood. We had 27A which was on the river. 26A has a shore line you can walk down to and the trial to the river is located next to that. Some of the best sites on the river are 23A, 16A, D18, D20, D23, D27. From the picnic shelter area it's about a 10 minute walk to the "blue hole". You can camp over there too in the area called The Hatchery. There you have beach access and the swimming hole. The rest of the water around this site is fairly rapid.

Anne T

Verified

January 10, 2025 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: H

2

Campground is well-maintained. There was no potable water available at the entire campground during our visit but fortunately we had our 5-gallon water container that we filled at Ohanapecosh campground down the road. Giving this site a 2-star rating as the strong privy smell definitely wafts through the site's picnic table area depending which way the wind blows regardless if the toilet seats are closed. Definitely made mealtime less appetizing :-(

Anne T

Verified

January 10, 2025 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: H

2

Campground is well-maintained. There was no potable water available at the entire campground during our visit but fortunately we had our 5-gallon water container that we filled at Ohanapecosh campground down the road. Giving this site a 2-star rating as the strong privy smell definitely wafts through the site's picnic table area depending which way the wind blows regardless if the toilet seats are closed. Definitely made mealtime less appetizing :-(

kiandre r

Verified

October 28, 2024 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: A

4

camp grounds were smaller than anticipated but we made the best of it. camp host made us feel welcomed. Not ideal if you like to play loud music as this campground is a little more on the intimate side. amazing views and access to the river!

kiandre r

Verified

October 28, 2024 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: A

4

camp grounds were smaller than anticipated but we made the best of it. camp host made us feel welcomed. Not ideal if you like to play loud music as this campground is a little more on the intimate side. amazing views and access to the river!

Location & Directions for La Wis Wis Campground

, Packwood, WA 98361 United States

Elevation: 380 ft

Getting There

From Packwood, Washington, go 5 mi east on State Route 12 to Campground.

Nearest town

Packwood, WA - 7.8 mi

About 11 min to downtown

Highway access

La Wis Wis Campground is accessible via State Route 12, located approximately 5 miles west of the campground.

Nearby National Park

Mount Rainier National Park

Stevens Canyon Entrance

Approximate driving time: 12 min

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

Check in time

2PM

Check out time

12PM

Utilities

  • No water is available at the campground, so guests should bring their own for the duration of their stay.

General

  • Click here for more information about Gifford Pinchot National Forest

Fires & fuel

  • To protect local forests, do not move firewood; obtain it near your camping destination instead.
  • Firewood can be purchased at the host site for $10 per bundle.

Fees & deposits

  • The camping fee includes one RV/trailer and a tow vehicle or the first two cars; additional vehicles incur an $8 per night fee.

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Last updated: October 20, 2026

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