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La Wis Wis Campground

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

Featured amenities

Parking
River Access

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.

Number of accommodations: 67

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
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Feb
Mar
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May
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Currently open - May 22 to Sep 19

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Parking
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
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 001, Loop: H
No Hookups
Price not available
002, Loop: C
12 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
003, Loop: D
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
003, Loop: E
12 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 004, Loop: A
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 004, Loop: B
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 004, Loop: C
No Hookups
Price not available
004, Loop: D
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
004, Loop: E
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 005, Loop: B
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 006, Loop: A
No Hookups
Price not available
006, Loop: D
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 007, Loop: A
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 008, Loop: A
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 008, Loop: B
No Hookups
Price not available
008, Loop: C
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
008, Loop: D
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
008, Loop: H
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
009, Loop: C
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 009, Loop: D
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 010, Loop: C
No Hookups
Price not available
010, Loop: H
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 011, Loop: A
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 011, Loop: B
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 011, Loop: C
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 011, Loop: D
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 011, Loop: H
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 012, Loop: A
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 012, Loop: C
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 012, Loop: D
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 012, Loop: H
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 013, Loop: B
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 013, Loop: C
No Hookups
Price not available
014, Loop: A
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 014, Loop: B
No Hookups
Price not available
014, Loop: C
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
014, Loop: D
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 014M, Loop: H
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 015, Loop: A
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 015, Loop: B
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 015, Loop: H
No Hookups
Price not available
015M, Loop: C
12 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 016, Loop: A
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 016, Loop: B
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 016, Loop: C
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 016, Loop: H
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 016M, Loop: D
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 017, Loop: A
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 017, Loop: B
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 017, Loop: C
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 018, Loop: A
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 018C, Loop: C
No Hookups
Price not available
018M, Loop: D
12 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 019, Loop: D
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 019M, Loop: A
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 020, Loop: A
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 021, Loop: D
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 022, Loop: A
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 023, Loop: D
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 024M, Loop: A
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 025, Loop: A
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 026, Loop: A
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 027, Loop: A
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 028, Loop: A
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 029, Loop: A
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 Coho, Loop: E
No Hookups
Price not available

Reviews (634)

What Guests Are Saying

La Wis Wis Campground offers a beautiful setting with spacious, private sites, great access to hiking trails, and the nearby Ohanapecosh River, making it ideal for nature lovers. While some guests noted issues with maintenance, lack of potable water, and crowded conditions, many appreciated the cleanliness of the bathrooms and the overall charm of the campground. The location near Mt. Rainier and the peaceful atmosphere during weekdays were also frequently highlighted as positive aspects of the experience.

Review Summary

3.9
634 reviews
5
48.6%
308
4
24.3%
154
3
11.4%
72
2
4.7%
30
1
11.0%
70

Robin N

Verified

August 18, 2024 Stayed at: 018M, Loop: D

5

We got in on a short-notice reservation for La Wis Wis campground for a double spot 18M Loop D right on the river. It was amazing for it’s location and had lots of room. Now one of our favorite spots! There was an issue with water but we were notified with plenty of time to pack our own. The only downer was the vault toilet not being maintained thru the weekend but we packed extra TP 🤣 Cell coverage was almost nonexistent for our phones but our older iPad managed to get 1 bar in our tent so it became our hotspot for emergency contacts and text

Robin N

Verified

August 18, 2024 Stayed at: 018M, Loop: D

5

We got in on a short-notice reservation for La Wis Wis campground for a double spot 18M Loop D right on the river. It was amazing for it’s location and had lots of room. Now one of our favorite spots! There was an issue with water but we were notified with plenty of time to pack our own. The only downer was the vault toilet not being maintained thru the weekend but we packed extra TP 🤣 Cell coverage was almost nonexistent for our phones but our older iPad managed to get 1 bar in our tent so it became our hotspot for emergency contacts and text

Sherri W

Verified

August 14, 2024 Stayed at: 015, Loop: B

4

Beautiful surroundings. Very clean and quiet. Updated porta potty - not stinky. We particularly enjoyed all the old growth trees.
Hope you can fix the water problem but we didn’t mind bringing our own water.

Kathryn R

Verified

August 14, 2024 Stayed at: 007, Loop: A

1

We have been coming to this area for years, and we have had amazing experiences. This year was completely different and such a bizarre experience. From the beginning, the camp "hosts" were rude and combative. They were aggressive in every interaction where they approached us. We felt unsafe and intimidated with them around because they were so volatile. Their three large dogs and their weird behavior made us feel like we couldn't even approach them. The toilets were the worst they have been in a while. The air would burn our eyes it was so strong. Until these camp "hosts" are gone, we will not be returning.

Kathryn R

Verified

August 14, 2024 Stayed at: 007, Loop: A

1

We have been coming to this area for years, and we have had amazing experiences. This year was completely different and such a bizarre experience. From the beginning, the camp "hosts" were rude and combative. They were aggressive in every interaction where they approached us. We felt unsafe and intimidated with them around because they were so volatile. Their three large dogs and their weird behavior made us feel like we couldn't even approach them. The toilets were the worst they have been in a while. The air would burn our eyes it was so strong. Until these camp "hosts" are gone, we will not be returning.

Sherri W

Verified

August 14, 2024 Stayed at: 015, Loop: B

4

Beautiful surroundings. Very clean and quiet. Updated porta potty - not stinky. We particularly enjoyed all the old growth trees.
Hope you can fix the water problem but we didn’t mind bringing our own water.

Benjamin G

Verified

August 13, 2024 Stayed at: 006, Loop: A

1

Terrible camping experience. We were right next to the camp hosts. They insisted on running their generators 24/7 which was very annoying and made it difficult to sleep and enjoy the beautiful woods. Who wants to hear that all day and night? When I asked him about it, he became aggressive and angry and threatened to kick me out of the campground. The colorful language he used was shocking and disappointing. The hosts were rude, combative, aggressive, and threatening to our entire group. Not a good experience. Also, their huge pit bulls and the plastic skeleton hanging in the tree in front of their site didn't make things better. The toilets were terrible and disgusting. Such a disappointing weekend!

Benjamin G

Verified

August 13, 2024 Stayed at: 006, Loop: A

1

Terrible camping experience. We were right next to the camp hosts. They insisted on running their generators 24/7 which was very annoying and made it difficult to sleep and enjoy the beautiful woods. Who wants to hear that all day and night? When I asked him about it, he became aggressive and angry and threatened to kick me out of the campground. The colorful language he used was shocking and disappointing. The hosts were rude, combative, aggressive, and threatening to our entire group. Not a good experience. Also, their huge pit bulls and the plastic skeleton hanging in the tree in front of their site didn't make things better. The toilets were terrible and disgusting. Such a disappointing weekend!

Ruth D

Verified

August 12, 2024 Stayed at: 008, Loop: H

1

The site we booked was so small it could not accommodate our tent. Trash was all over the sites. No running water. I wouldn't recommend staying at this campground.

Ruth D

Verified

August 12, 2024 Stayed at: 008, Loop: H

1

The site we booked was so small it could not accommodate our tent. Trash was all over the sites. No running water. I wouldn't recommend staying at this campground.

Location La Wis Wis Campground

Address:

Packwood, WA, 98361
United States

Highway access

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

Latitude & Longitude: 46.6739 / -121.588

Elevation: 380 feet

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: June 4, 2026

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