RV Rentals near Cougar Rock Campground Longmire, Washington

Activities abound in the park, including sightseeing, hiking, rock climbing, and camping. Cougar Rock, though relatively rustic, provides essential amenities such as drinking water, flush toilets, and picnic tables across its 173 campsites, making it one of only two campgrounds in the park where reservations are possible. However, the campground imposes size restrictions, prohibiting motorhomes over 35 feet and trailers over 27 feet from entering.

Why You’ll Love Cougar Rock Campground

Cougar Rock Campground, located on the southwest side of Mt. Rainier National Park, offers convenient access to Paradise. Campers can reserve individual sites through this platform, while group camping reservations are available via Cougar Rock Group Campground. Paradise stands as the park's most sought-after destination, boasting a lodge, visitor center, extensive hiking trails, and unparalleled views of the mountain—the highest peak in Washington and the entire Cascade range. Mount Rainier itself, a colossal glacier-clad volcano towering at 14,411 feet, captivates visitors with its commanding presence, visible for miles around. Journeying through lush old-growth forests, past cascading waterfalls, and historic structures, visitors reach sub-alpine meadows where renowned wildflower displays dazzle during the peak season of July and August.