Warning
GeneralThe dump station at the Ohanapecosh Campground is closed. The
nearest dump station is located at the Maple Grove Resort 28 miles west on
Hwy 12.
Warning
GeneralOhanapecosh Campground Closure in Summer 2026. The Ohanapecosh Campground rehabilitation project will provide significant upgrades to the popular campground located in the southeast corner of the park. This effort will rehabilitate the campground’s 185 campsites and nine bathrooms, replace the aging wastewater collection system, upgrade electrical and water systems, and support improvements to campground accessibility. The Ohanapecosh Campground is anticipated to reopen for the 2027 camping season. More information is available on the Park Construction FAQs page
Sites & Rates
Average nightly rates106 total sites
RV Sites
80 sites
Tent Sites
26 sites
About Ohanapecosh Campground
Number of accommodations: 106
Activities & Attractions
Nearby
Hiking
Year-round
Hiking
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
- Restrooms
Cooking and Fire
- Picnic Table
- Fire Pit
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Reviews (602)
What Guests Are Saying
Ohanapecosh Campground is celebrated for its beautiful setting, large and well-maintained sites, and friendly staff, making it an ideal base for exploring Mount Rainier. Many visitors appreciated the quiet atmosphere, clean facilities, and close access to trails like the Silver Falls loop, which features stunning natural scenery. Some drawbacks included issues with campsite privacy and the need for improved communication regarding timed entry passes due to limited cell service; however, the overall experience remains positive for most campers.
What Guests Are Saying
Ohanapecosh Campground is celebrated for its beautiful setting, large and well-maintained sites, and friendly staff, making it an ideal base for exploring Mount Rainier. Many visitors appreciated the quiet atmosphere, clean facilities, and close access to trails like the Silver Falls loop, which features stunning natural scenery. Some drawbacks included issues with campsite privacy and the need for improved communication regarding timed entry passes due to limited cell service; however, the overall experience remains positive for most campers.
Review Summary
Tasha S
VerifiedJanuary 13, 2023 • Stayed at: D006, Loop: LOOP D
Site D6 is close to the river, but completely open to site D5. Next time I would want to reserve both sites to have someone I know next to me. This site is close to a STEEP river trail that leads down to a nice quiet spot to relax. If you can navigate the trail, you have a nice little private beach of your own to read a book and catch the last sun spots of the day.
I love this campground because of how close it is to many trails. At times the campground is quite loud...and many of the spots are not private. But, I am on a mission to find a list of the campsites at Ohanapecosh that feel private (to me)...because the area is just so beautiful and amazing.
This drawback of this campground, like many I went to this summer...is that there were SO MANY empty spots that said reserved. I saw many spots that I would have LIKED to camp in...but they were reserved and NOBODY showed up. So sad that other humans are doing this. It's not that hard to cancel a reservation online. I mean, if you aren't gonna camp...cancel and release your campsite for others to experience the beauty and mental health benefits of being immersed in the outdoors.
Gregory H
VerifiedOctober 12, 2022 • Stayed at: C010, Loop: LOOP C
An excellent camping experience with incredible views, sounds, and scents.
scott c
VerifiedOctober 9, 2022 • Stayed at: C007, Loop: LOOP C
We spent 5 nights there in Loop C after the regular season during the 'First-Come First-Serve' time. The rangers were wonderful and helpful. The hiking is fun and the river is a treasure. The facilities are old and tired the the maintenance was minimal. By Friday the open loops were pretty full though it was fairly quiet during the week.
Jennifer F
VerifiedOctober 7, 2022 • Stayed at: E016, Loop: LOOP E
We love it here
Jeffrey H
VerifiedOctober 2, 2022 • Stayed at: B009, Loop: LOOP B
We went off season, so we appreciated the quiet.
David F
VerifiedSeptember 27, 2022 • Stayed at: C006, Loop: LOOP C
Late in season so not crowded. Beautiful weather and friendly rangers.
Susan L
VerifiedSeptember 26, 2022 • Stayed at: C015, Loop: LOOP C
We are from Michigan but have stayed on the C loop of Ohanapecosh at least three or four times now. We just love how the campsites back up to the river. The Silver Falls trail right at the campsite is a wonderful loop leading up to the falls, and then circling around to return. It is longer than the sign indicated, closer to four miles round trip, not just over two as we had thought, but awesome trail.
Richard S
VerifiedSeptember 21, 2022 • Stayed at: C013, Loop: LOOP C
Great time of year at Mt Rainier!
Brandy B
VerifiedSeptember 19, 2022 • Stayed at: D013, Loop: LOOP D
The park was beautiful!
Made the hike up to silver falls . Amazing!!
Reasonably priced too!
Frank D
VerifiedSeptember 17, 2022 • Stayed at: C028, Loop: LOOP C
Big sites with lots of flat space close to a river. In early Sep. all the sites across the river were closed but the sites in the A, B, and C loop were full. Only one bathroom for each loop and they were very old and needed an update. Nice hike to Silver Falls.
Location Ohanapecosh Campground
Address:
208 Ohanapecosh Road
Packwood, WA, 98361
United States
Located on State Route 123, four miles north of State Route 12.
Ohanapecosh Campground is accessible via State Route 123, located four miles north of State Route 12.
Elevation: 586 feet
11 mi drive to downtown Packwood (about 14 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. There is a maximum six people per campsite. Many campsites can only accommodate four or less.
- 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 32 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 are no electric, water or sewer hook-ups available at individual campsites. Potable water is located in the B Loop. The dump station is out of order.
- Reserving multiple individual sites for events or family gatherings exceeding 12 people is not permitted.
- Groups larger than 12 people must stay at Ohanapecosh Group Campground.Group sites are tent-only. RVs are not permitted.
- 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.
- 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.
- The Ohanapecosh Campground will be closed for the 2025 summer season due to construction.
Warnings & Advisories
Warning
GeneralThe dump station at the Ohanapecosh Campground is closed. The
nearest dump station is located at the Maple Grove Resort 28 miles west on
Hwy 12.
Warning
GeneralOhanapecosh Campground Closure in Summer 2026. The Ohanapecosh Campground rehabilitation project will provide significant upgrades to the popular campground located in the southeast corner of the park. This effort will rehabilitate the campground’s 185 campsites and nine bathrooms, replace the aging wastewater collection system, upgrade electrical and water systems, and support improvements to campground accessibility. The Ohanapecosh Campground is anticipated to reopen for the 2027 camping season. More information is available on the Park Construction FAQs page
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Last updated: September 6, 2026