Washington / Lewis County / Mount Rainier National Park

Ohanapecosh Group Campground

Closed — Closed for rehabilitation project through spring and early summer 2026. The campground will reopen as soon after project completion as possible, but no exact opening date has been announced. Information about securing campsites for summer 2026 will be posted to the Mount Rainier National Park website.

About

Ohanapecosh Group Campground sits in the southeast corner of Mount Rainier National Park along State Route 123, surrounded by ancient Douglas fir and evergreen forests. At 1,914 feet elevation, the campground is named after a Taidnapam Indian word meaning "standing on the edge" of the Ohanapecosh River, which flows through the area with cold, clear water draining from higher elevations. The river banks are lined with mossy boulders and thick old-growth forest, creating a classic Pacific Northwest atmosphere. The campground offers two tent-only group sites, each accommodating up to 25 people. While there is no direct view of Mount Rainier from the campground, the 14,411-foot glacier-clad volcano dominates the skyline in nearby areas of the park. The location provides convenient access to both the Paradise and Sunrise areas of the park, making it an ideal base for exploring multiple regions. Numerous hiking trails originate near the facility, including trails to Silver Falls waterfall. The famous Grove of the Patriarchs trail remains closed to public access until the suspension bridge can be replaced, with construction scheduled to begin in summer 2027. The Ohanapecosh Visitor Center is located nearby when open. Summer weather is typically dry, cool and sunny with daytime temperatures ranging from 60 to 80 degrees, though conditions can be variable. Bears and other wildlife inhabit the area, requiring proper food storage practices.

Directions

Located on State Route 123, four miles north of State Route 12 in the southeast section of Mount Rainier National Park.

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