High on Mount Rainier's slopes at 9,500 feet elevation, Camp Schurman serves as a backcountry basecamp for climbers attempting the mountain's summit via the Emmons Glacier route. The National Park Service manages this hike-in site, which requires reservations and prohibits pets.
Campers reach the location after a demanding day hike that can prove challenging in hot conditions. The site includes toilet facilities and provides direct glacier access, though melted-out conditions may limit climbing opportunities depending on the season. For those exploring the broader region, campgrounds around Mount Rainier National Park offer additional options at lower elevations.
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Location
Public CampgroundCamp Schurman — Mount Rainier National Park is located in Washington
Coordinates
46.87092713 N
121.73239855 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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Access
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 15 min from Seattle, WA
- 2 hrs 21 min from Olympia, WA
- 2 hrs 27 min from Bremerton, WA
- 3 hrs 50 min from Yakima, WA
