Hikers and anglers heading to Mount Rainier have a drive-in basecamp option in Ashford, Washington, where The Rainier Retreat sits near creek, river, and lake access. Sites run $45 to $50 per night and include electric and water hookups, making this a workable stop for RV travelers. Campfires, pets, and alcohol are all permitted. Note that access is reported as rough, so drivers should factor road conditions into their plans. Reservations are available. Those researching camping near Ashford will find Big Creek Campground among the closest alternatives in the area.
Description
The Rainier Retreat is .25 acres in Paradise Estates at the base of Paradise of Mount Rainier in Ashford, WA.
-The Rainier Retreat is less than 5 miles from the entrance of Paradise.
-Horseback riding is available at E Z Times Horse Rides in Elbe just a 15 minute drive.
-Enjoy live music and ice cream at The Rainier Basecamp Bar and Grill, just a quick 5 minute drive (check their Facebook for current hours).
-If you are in to off-roading, ATV, dirt bikes, quads, shooting then visit Elbe Hills, just 13 minutes away.
-Many hiking trails are available throughout, come see all the beauty of Mount Rainier and the Nisqually River.
-Lake Holiday and Big Creek are just a few minute walk away. Enjoy the playground, fishing, or jumping off the dock in the summer.
The Rainier Retreat has a hookup for power and water for your camping trailer, or a spout if you would prefer to tent camp. It also has an outhouse on the property that is cleaned weekly. The property is fenced on three sides to give you privacy from neighbors. You are allowed to have a contained bon fire (please check for local burn bans) and there is a wood picnic table and chairs for your usage.
Dogs are welcome! Please be respectful of the neighborhood (and the lot) by cleaning up after them. Please also take your trash with you when you depart!
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Map & DirectionsThe Rainier Retreat is located in Washington near Ashford
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Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Water Hookups
- 30 Amp Hookups
Drive Time
- 1 hr 16 min from Olympia, WA
- 1 hr 30 min from Bremerton, WA
- 1 hr 33 min from Longview, WA
- 1 hr 34 min from Seattle, WA
