Best Tent Camping near Cougar, WA

Cougar, WA is a great camping destination for adventurers of all types. Camping, hiking, biking: however you want to spend your days near Cougar, you'll find great campgrounds with The Dyrt. Get the dirt on all the best camping near Cougar. Browse campgrounds by amenities, site types, and more.

Best Tent Sites Near Cougar, Washington (60)

    1. Cougar Park & Campground - Tent Only

    9 Reviews
    Cougar, WA
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (503) 813-6666

    "I was on a 4 day backpacking trip and stayed at this campsite with a group of people. The weather does change very fast in the park so bring extra layers. There is fire rings tables and restrooms"

    "Ranger Review: Nature’s Coffee Kettle at Cougar Campground."

    2. Merrill Lake Campground

    6 Reviews
    Cougar, WA
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 577-2025

    "Tent sites only, short hike in from parking lot, bring your own everything. Pit toilets, lake access, close to Mt. St. Helens activities. Four miles from Cougar."

    "another site where you park and walk in! 8 sites, some are more private than others. 2 vault toilets, fire rings and picnic tables! great lake to kayak on."

    3. Mount St. Helens Dispersed Camping

    10 Reviews
    Cougar, WA
    12 miles

    "Found this campsite when driving up to the south side of Mount St. Helens Hikes - it is situated between Ape Caves (farther away) and pretty close to Lava Canyon and Ape Canyon."

    "This is a dispersed campsite near the south side of Mount St. Helens. It's free, which is always great. The drive in is just off the highway and up a little hill, but my car had no problems with it."

    4. Gifford Pinchot National Forest-Canyon Creek Dispersed Camping

    4 Reviews
    Cougar, WA
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 891-5000

    "Road got a little bumpy getting out here but once we found a spot right near the riverbank, you felt like you were deep in it. Saw a few people on the way out."

    5. Lake Merrill- State Forest

    1 Review
    Cougar, WA
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 577-2025

    "9 campsites available, but when we got there they were all taken so we took a spot right beside the lake. Fly fishing allowed. Has a bathroom and access to non-potable water."

    6. Base Camp Mt St Helen’s

    1 Review
    Glenoma, WA
    18 miles
    Website

    $270 / night

    "You can camp at a beautiful campsite in Mt St Helen’s close to the science learning center."

    7. Goose Lake Campground

    11 Reviews
    Trout Lake, WA
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (509) 395-3400

    "Goose Lake is one of my favorite places to camp. It is a smaller campground and pretty secluded, so it's nice and quiet/private."

    "The day use area was clean and had a handful of different people fishing every day starting around 7-8."

    8. Forlorn Lakes

    7 Reviews
    Trout Lake, WA
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (509) 395-3400

    $10 - $20 / night

    "I discovered these lakes about a year ago and OMG I am obsessed. The campsites are unparalleled. All are lakeside on "private lakes"."

    "Great camp spot at site 16 with lots of room for tents and two picnic tables for a large group. The private path to the lake was the best part. "

    9. Lewis River Horse Camp

    3 Reviews
    Gifford Pinchot National Forest, WA
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 449-7800

    "It is extremely basic, no water, just pit toilets. It was a little muddier than a human-focused campground, but didn’t smell overly of barns."

    "There is no water, however, so you need to be prepared for that. The 90 is a rough road - it has tons of really bad dips."

    10. Dispersed Camping above Panther Creek Falls

    4 Reviews
    Carson, WA
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (509) 395-3400

    "These are walking distance to the waterfall which is awesome, but there are about 10 additional spots with existing fire pits on the road up there."

    "To access it, as you are driving on NF 65 you will see a small road to the right just a bit before you see the parking for Panther Creek Falls also on the right."

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Tent Camping Reviews near Cougar, WA

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Guide to Cougar

Tent camping near Cougar, Washington offers a blend of stunning natural beauty and a variety of outdoor activities, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts.

Local Activities for Tent Campers

Attractions Near Cougar

  • Visit the breathtaking views of Mount Rainier from Cougar Park & Campground - Tent Only, especially during early mornings when the mountain is visible before clouds roll in.
  • Explore the nearby Yale Lake, perfect for swimming and picnicking, while camping at Merrill Lake Campground, which provides a serene backdrop for your outdoor activities.
  • Take advantage of the hiking trails leading to stunning vistas at Mount St. Helens Dispersed Camping, where you can immerse yourself in the area's rich natural history.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular tent campsite near Cougar, WA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Cougar, WA is Cougar Park & Campground - Tent Only with a 4.1-star rating from 9 reviews.

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