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NOTE: The Ohanapecosh Campground will be CLOSED for the summer of 2026 as part of the Ohanapecosh Campground rehabilitation project. Ohanapecosh Campground is tucked in the forest along the banks of the Ohanapecosh River at an elevation of 1,914 feet. It is located in the southeast corner of the park along State Route 123. Trails that begin at the campground lead to Silver Falls and the Grove of the Patriarchs. Stop by the Ohanapecosh Visitor Center for information and exhibits.

Reservations can be made online or by telephone 1-877-444-6777. Ohanapecosh campsites tend to open in mid to late May as weather allows. From opening until the end of June, all open sites are first-come, first-serve. For summer dates June 23, 2016, through early September reservations can be made up to 6 months in advance. Reservations are highly recommended as this campground is very popular.

Published campsites

total Sites

179

group

2

horse

0

tent Only

47

electrical Hookups

0

rv Only

9

walk Boat To

0

other

0

Published camping fees

Campground Site Fee

$20 · A campsite can hold up to 2 tents and 6 people (unless immediate family) for one night.

Discounted Campground Site Fee

$10 · With an America the Beautiful Access or Senior Pass, the card holder can get a discounted rate for a campsite. A single campsite can have up to 2 tents and 6 people (unless immediate family) per night.

Group Site Fee

$60 · If you plan to use the group sites at Cougar Rock or Ohanapecosh campgrounds between Memorial Day weekend and Columbus Day, you must make reservations. Groups of 12 or more are permitted only in specific group sites. Group sites are designed for tent camping only so RVs are not permitted. At campgrounds throughout the park, parking is limited. Those using group campsites may need to consult the campground ranger to arrange additional parking. Maximum groups sizes vary by site.

Amenities

trash Recycling Collection

Yes - seasonal

toilets

Flush Toilets - seasonal

internet Connectivity

No

showers

None

cell Phone Reception

No

laundry

No

amphitheater

Yes - seasonal

dump Station

No

camp Store

No

staff Or Volunteer Host Onsite

Yes - seasonal

potable Water

Yes - seasonal

ice Available For Sale

No

firewood For Sale

Yes - seasonal

food Storage Lockers

Yes - seasonal

Accessibility and facilities

wheelchair Access

The Loop D restrooms are accessible. Road and loops in campground are paved. Campsites tend to be gravel and hard packed dirt. The amphitheater has packed dirt aisles that slope down to the seating area.

internet Info

Wifi may be available 17 miles away in the town of Packwood at some of the restaurants or cafes. Public wifi is available in the Jackson Visitor Center at Paradise. The wifi has limited bandwidth and can be slow during times of high volume.

cell Phone Info

Cellular service is spotty at best, and varies with service provider. Please contact the cellular providers directly to ask for a coverage map.

fire Stove Policy

Wood fires are allowed in designated fire pits within the campground. Firewood is available for sale nightly during the summer. No collecting of dead or downed wood within the park.

rv Allowed

1

rv Info

Ohanapecosh Campground is located in a steep river valley on the side of Mount Rainier. The loops do include some sharp curves. No hook-ups are available. Loop E allows no generator use.

rv Max Length

32

trailer Max Length

27

ada Info

Accessible restrooms are located at the Ohanapecosh campground in loop D. There are two accessible campsites also in loop D. An America the Beautiful Access Card is required for these sites.

trailer Allowed

1

access Roads

Paved Roads - All vehicles OK

classifications

Developed Campground

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