Top Tent Camping near Mossyrock, WA
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Best Tent Sites Near Mossyrock, WA (86)
1. Mount St. Helens Dispersed Camping
9 Reviews•25 Photos•654 SavesForest Road 83 provides access to Mt St Helens campgrounds. There are dispersed sites along this road for camping, and the area provides access to Climber's Bivouac, Ape Cave, and Lava Canyon. Camping near Mt St Helens is open from Memorial Day until snow blocks the roads. Food, lodging, gas, and other services are available in nearby communities.
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2. Rocky Point Campground
4 Reviews•9 Photos•52 Saves- Pets
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- Electric Hookups
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- Reservable
- ADA Access
3. Cougar Park & Campground - Tent Only
9 Reviews•26 Photos•20 Saves45 tent camping sites NOTICE: Ground tents only (no tent trailers) Group camping facility with 15 tent camping sites and a covered picnic shelter with fireplace and sink NOTICE: Ground tents only (no tent trailers) Day use picnic area (see fees) Swimming beach Beaver Bay hiking trail accessed from this park. Water and restrooms provided Boat ramp Entrance gate closes at 9 p.m.
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4. Merrill Lake Campground
6 Reviews•20 Photos•119 Saves- Pets
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- Equestrian
5. Mowich Lake Campground - Mount Rainier National Park
13 Reviews•39 Photos•98 SavesThe campground at Mowich Lake is the smallest of the four camping areas within the boundaries of Mount Rainier National Park. The road is unpaved after the first three miles and may be rough. Also, this is a walk-in campground only and fires are not allowed. With all that said, however, it just may be the most pristine and beautiful place to pitch a tent you’ll ever come across, with one of the most magnificent views of the mountain that you’ll find anywhere.
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6. NF-52 Dispersed Camping
7 Reviews•23 Photos•170 Saves- Pets
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8. Tower Rock U-Fish RV Park
3 Reviews•10 Saves- Pets
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9. aa
1 Review•11 Photos•9 SavesThis site has isolated camp sites with roughly 5 acres per site on private land. Some sites are walk in some are drive in. All have pit toilets, fire pit and a small bench. This listing is for site #1 which has drive up access for 4wd vehicles and higher clearance 2wd vehicles. Subarus outback or equivalent are a perfect fit. The property features a seasonal pond and plenty of old logging roads for morning walks.
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$60 - $100 / night
10. Green River Horse Camp
2 Reviews•13 SavesEach campsite is limited to two trailer rigs or three vehicles. There is no potable water here; the closest drinking water is located 5 miles south on Road 26 at the Norway Pass Trailhead. Nearby Trails include Green River Trail #213, Goat Mountain Trail #217, Vanson Ridge Trail #213A, and Tumwater Trail #218.
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Recent Tent Reviews In Mossyrock
991 Reviews of 86 Mossyrock Campgrounds
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Jason S.
Ranger
Olallie Lake
Mt Adams views galore!
The paramount feature of this campground is the beautiful Mount Adams directly across the lake. The sites are adequate, flat places to pitch a tent or park a small trailer, but the view of Mount Adams is magnificent. However, the lake is marshy and there's not really a good place for swimming. It's quiet and peaceful wilderness camping.
- JJason S.Ranger
Council Lake
Beautiful lake, quiet and peaceful
This is a lovely lake campground in the forest with gorgeous views of Mt. Adams. The campsites are private and separated. There was a few mosquitoes when we went, but not too bad. It's a quiet a peaceful location and is highly recommended. A jeep trail / atv trail goes steeply up council bluff to a beautiful view overlooking the lake and surrounding forest. Overall, a great location! We originally intended to camp at Lake Takh lakh but when it's already full, this place is an excellent backup plan.
- JJason S.Ranger
Chain
Marshy series of lakes
We didn't camp here, but there's a couple nice campsites near these marshy lakes. Quiet and peaceful but beware the mosquitoes! Great place to fish or just paddle around. The road is pretty rough the last couple miles, not suitable for cars or big rigs or trailers.
- JJason S.Ranger
Takhlakh Lake Campground
One of the most beautiful places in Washington
We camped here for 4 days this summer. It was peaceful and quiet. The view from the camp site is simply stunning. The glassy smooth waters reflect Mt Adam's glacier like a mirror. The campsite we picked was large enough to accommodate our 22 ft trailer plus truck and a Jeep. The outhouse was cleaned daily but can get stinky at the end of the day. There is no official swimming area, but the shoreline has many great places to take a dip in the clear cold water. There was a few mosquitoes but not too bad. Best to go in late summer to avoid the mosquitoes. The road in from Randle is a bit rough at times for a car but doable.
Robert
Scout
Silver Lake Resort
Wonderful family getaway
The campground is easy to get to and thanks to the staff has a lot of unique amenities like you can fish in Silver Lake from your motel room or rent a variety of boats for the day.
Abrianna M.
Traveler
Cougar Rock Campground — Mount Rainier National Park
Average campground
Close to lots of hikes and views. A little bit of road noise but not much. Very busy but that’s to be expected at mt rainier. Clean bathrooms and easy check in.
- jjuliaScout
Ohanapecosh Campground — Mount Rainier National Park
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Israel S.Traveler
Oldman Pass Sno-Park
Nice camping spot
Nice area to camp at, vault bathroom close by but there was no toilet paper so bring your own. Does feel like camping in a Parking lot. Trail close by.
Kevin W.
Guide
Butte Camp/Climbers Bivouac Dispersed Campsite
FR 81/Bivoiac Dispered Campsight
Right off forest road 81. Group camping with 4-5 places for tents and 2 maybe 3 spots for travel trailers but will need to back in. 2 fire pits and a few walking trails. Solar friendly and level. No bathroom. 1-2 bars with Verizon.
Samuel H.Guide
Fall Creek Campground
Neat Spot
You are supposed to have a Washington State Discovery pass to stay here, also they want you to fill out self registration once you arrive, fyi there are no pens onsite to do so.
This was a nice spot to stay the night, clean, nice picnic tables and fire pits, one pit toilet.
LaryScoutSilver Lake Resort
Where beautiful scenery awaits you
Easy to get to. Just 1 mile from the Mount St Helens visitor center. Right on Silver Lake with a perfect view of Mount St Helens. The place was clean and quiet. Employees were helpful and courteous. Lots of ways to stay. Motel rooms, cabins, RV and tent spaces.
James G.Scout
Paradise Point State Park
Nice campground, interstate noise
The campground itself is nice, but there's the near constant hum of interstate I-5 traffic less than a hundred yards away.
- AAllison G.Scout
Perkins Creek Camp Ground
"Cabins" are glorified play houses and host is a nightmare
The "cabins" are essentially shed conversions on a flatbed and wheels that rock and sway. Not ada accessible. They have electricity but no insulation and the water reeks of sulfur. The loft style beds seem like they are for children.
The host Joann is money hungry and inflexible. Be sure to get travel insurance and read all rules and reviews on other platforms prior to stay to be well informed of issues and not be blindsided by uncharges here. She will enter your space as she sees fit. There are no boundaries for her but tons for guests with rule signage plastered everywhere on the grounds.
Campground is covered in rabbit feces, so parents with small children beware. I would never stay here again. For the headache of dealing with the host alone it made the entire experience one of an utterly uncomfortable inconvenience.
This place looks nice from an outside view but staying here is an entirely different story.
Also the fact that a Joanna left a 5 star reviews here when all other platforms have complaints is a bit questionable.
Natalie B.Traveler
Middle Waddell Campground
Nice spot
Discover pass required. Host on site. Paved pads. Some pull thru.
karen C.TravelerGoat Lake/Snowgrass Flat Backcountry Camp
Great primitive camping
The hike is beautiful and the lake at the end is stunning. It was a great place to start gaze
Zarek A.Guide
Elkamp Eastcreek
Best. Spot. Ever.
Went here for a social event and had a blast. Big sites with lovely paths between, wonderful shop with firewood available at any hour (just square up when the place is actually open), clean plumbed bathrooms and a coin operated shower at $0.50/minute. There’s a beautiful meadow, a creek, huge trees. The owners are incredibly friendly and the place is very dog friendly.
- KKris M.Scout
Thousand Trails Chehalis
Awesome stay
Extended our stay because there was so much to do for the kiddos. Staff here are amazing and fellow campers a delight.
- Derrell M.Scout
Kosmos Recreation Area (Tacoma Public Utilities)
Big open area next to lake with Port-o-Potties
Been here many times. Sometimes strange folks show up but they almost always keep to themselves.
Great place to spend some time next to a lake.14 day limit in 30 days.
B K.Scout
Iron Creek Campground
Beautiful and private
Beautiful and private campground, we'll be back for sure. Honey hole type toilets and lots of water spigots around. We didn't hike but there seemed to be lots of hiking trails, plus the beautiful river! Despite there being a total burn ban (propane stoves only) there were SEVERAL fires happening all weekend which was disappointing.
Most sites are really private which we loved. We walked through the three loops that were open and made note of the sites that looked most private/flat-ish for a tent/good location. In our opinion these were the best sites we could see: Loop B 24, 52, 47, 44, 39, 38, 36, 31. Loop C 56, 57, 60, 69. Loop D 78, 80, 84 (this one seemed to have an awesome trail leading right down the river!). No cell service so plan accordingly!
- Kevin W.Guide
Riffe Lake Campground
Riffe Lake RV/Tent Camping
They have several back-in spots, some with partial hookups and some with full hookups. Most of the spots are well-shaded from the trees. A specific area is designated for tents only, and some cabins can also be rented. It was a 5-minute walk downhill to reach the lake, which had a very long and nice boat ramp deep enough to accommodate just about any boat. Regarding cell service, I got 3 bars of LTE with my iPhone. Overall, it was a nice, quiet, shady place to visit, and I will definitely be back.
- BBella M.Traveler
NF-52 Dispersed Camping
Beautiful views but semi busy road
Got here around sunset. Looks like some good camping spots to walk into. Beautiful view of Rainier. There was a little bit of traffic but nothing crazy. Would stay here again.
BMRTVScout
Carbon River
Tons of places to camp, can be a party spo5
I came on a Friday so i could get up early to go hiking. I put up my hammock around 7pm, nobody's else there. Around 9-11pm a few people including a 5th wheel arrived and spent a bunch of time moving that around. They ran their generator, lights and music until 2:30am. My bad for coming on a Friday. Woke up to a beautiful sunrise and spent time on the bridge taking photos before riding up the gravel road up to the Summit Lake hike.
Lots of spots along the road which I'll utilize next time to avoid the party :)
Holbrook P.ScoutNF-52 Dispersed Camping
Amazing Spot Outside of Rainier
We found an awesome walk in spot a little bit earlier on on the forest road before these actual coordinates. While we didn't have the comfota of our car parked right next to us, we had spectacular views of Mt. Rainier, easy access down to the river, and a fire pit. Unreal spot about 10-15 drive to the entrance of the park. Paved road all the way.
- EEric P.Ranger
Lower Falls Campground
Amazing campground at the falls
Spent one day and night at lower falls campground. The sites are all nice. There are miles of trails close by and the hike to middle and upper falls is great. I was surprised how many open sites the there were after arriving. Very quiet with the sound of the falls in the background. Just an awesome place will return again. No cell service. Bring your own water. Lots of chipmunks so tote up your food when done. About an hour and 20 minutes north of Carson. The last 5 miles of road to the campground is a mess so be aware . (Hwy 90)
- SSimon M.Scout
NF-52 Dispersed Camping
Easy to find
It was a pretty good stay, it was easy to find a spot. We just pulled over and set up a tent. A little buggy and it’s not a super special spot to camp but it was a nice stay.
Jack J.ScoutLower Falls Campground
amazing campground!!!
this is my #1 fave campground but mostly I'm leaving a review to address the guy's comment below: the NW forest pass isn't the correct pass for this area. you have to make a parking reservation online through recreation.gov, just search for " Lewis River Recreation Area Tickets" or "Lower Falls." just would hate to see someone not be able to enjoy this beautiful area because they read some guy's incorrect rant! :)
- Kevin W.Guide
McBride Lake NF-81 Dispersed
Lots of shade, very private and trailer friendly.
I have camped here twice now, once during a scouting trip in 2016 with my boys and again in September 2024 with just me and my dog :). I could pull my 17' pop-up "A" frame trailer and back into one of the two spots with no problem. Due to the narrow road, it may be a bit more snug with bigger rigs (25+ feet long and anything more than 8+ feet wide). I would scout the road and area before committing; however, there is a turnaround that you could use to maneuver the trailer to drive out. It's plenty big to accommodate a few trucks/cars and one, maybe two towable trailers. If you're going tent camping, there are about four flat places for tents. The area has no trails, so you would not have to worry about people wandering into the campsite. The Ape Caves is a small drive away. The town of Cougar, WA. is about 10 miles away if you need gas or food. There is a lot of shade, and it is not solar-friendly. The main road is about 100 feet away, relatively quiet, and very private. There was a large rock fire pit in the middle. There is no cell phone reception; however, if you drive East for a few miles, you may be able to get 2 bars with Verizon.
Per the state website, "On the southwest side of Mount St. Helens, Forest Road 81 provides an experience away from crowds. On this road, access Kalama Horse Camp, Red Rock Pass, and Forest Road 830, the road to Climber's Bivouac, and the start of the summer climbing route. From the west, the road begins on Forest Road 90, near Cougar, WA, and travels through private timberlands and state lands before entering Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument. The road connects with Forest Road 83 on its east side. While mostly paved, be prepared for several miles of gravel(between Forest Road 830 and 8123) and a road that is sometimes very rough."
Guide to Mossyrock
Camping near Mossyrock, Washington, offers a fantastic escape into nature with a variety of campgrounds to choose from. Whether you're looking for a quiet spot to relax or an adventure-filled getaway, this area has something for everyone.
What to do:
- Hiking: There are many trails nearby, including those leading to stunning views of Mount Rainier. One camper mentioned, "Pretty big site that is a short drive to paradise. Many hiking trails nearby" at Cougar Rock Campground.
- Water Activities: Enjoy swimming, kayaking, or paddleboarding at local lakes. A reviewer at Alder Lake Park said, "The lakes really pretty though! We had something chomping in the woods very loudly by our site so we headed in early lol."
- Wildlife Watching: Keep an eye out for local wildlife while exploring the campgrounds. One visitor at Iron Creek Campground noted, "The river is amazing, and there is a trail loop that is not fully open now, but you can walk along the river."
What campers like:
- Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A visitor at Seaquest State Park Campground said, "Bathrooms are convenient and have free showers."
- Privacy: Many campgrounds offer spacious sites with good separation. A camper at Elkamp Eastcreek mentioned, "The sites are comfortably private and well thought out for tent, table, and fire ring placements."
- Friendly Hosts: Campground hosts often receive praise for their hospitality. A reviewer at American Heritage Campground shared, "Management is fantastic and offerings are simple but spot on."
What you should know:
- First-Come, First-Serve: Some campgrounds operate on a first-come, first-serve basis, so arrive early. A visitor at Cougar Rock Campground noted, "Keep in mind this is a 'first come, first serve' campground."
- Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds have full amenities like showers or electric hookups. A camper at Alder Lake Park mentioned, "No sewer or showers, pit toilets."
- Road Noise: Some campgrounds are near busy roads, which can be noisy. A reviewer at Rainbow Falls State Park Campground said, "The only downside is the road noise nearby."
Tips for camping with families:
- Choose Spacious Sites: Look for campgrounds with larger sites for family gatherings. A camper at Millersylvania State Park Campground noted, "The sites were large and well graded."
- Activities for Kids: Many campgrounds have playgrounds or open areas for kids to play. A visitor at Seaquest State Park Campground mentioned, "Kids enjoyed the junior ranger program."
- Plan for Quiet Time: Some campgrounds can get noisy, so consider visiting during the week for a quieter experience. A reviewer at Ike Kinswa State Park Campground said, "Really quiet in the spring and fall which is my favorite time to go."
Tips from RVers:
- Check Size Restrictions: Some campgrounds have limits on RV sizes, so check before you go. A camper at Cougar Rock Campground advised, "The national park also has a limit on the size, so check before you try to come here."
- Look for Hookups: If you need electric or water hookups, make sure to choose a campground that offers them. A visitor at Ike Kinswa State Park Campground mentioned, "Water and electrical hookups, dump station with dump water and fresh water."
- Be Prepared for Tight Spaces: Some campgrounds have narrow roads and tight spots, so be cautious when parking. A reviewer at Cougar Rock Campground noted, "The sites and roads in the campground are tight."
Camping near Mossyrock, Washington, is a great way to enjoy the outdoors with family and friends. With a little planning and the right campground, you're sure to have a memorable experience!
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