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South Mowich River Camp

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Backcountry
Group only
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Glacier View Wilderness
Glacier View WildernessParks & play

Glacier View Wilderness is a 3,073-acre (1,244 ha) wilderness adjacent to the west side of Mount Rainier National Park in Washington state. It was designated as wilderness in 1984. Glacier View Wilderness has views of the glaciated slopes of Mount Rainier which lies to the east. This includes viewing points from Mt. Belijica and Glacier View Point. Glacier View Point is the former site of a fire l

26.6 km · ~102 min driveDirections ↗
Evans Creek Off Road Vehicle Trail AreaAttractions81.9 km · ~267 min driveDirections ↗
Paul Peak (1,454 m)Summits & peaks

mountain in Pierce County, Washington, United States

86.7 km · ~276 min driveDirections ↗
Martin Peak (1,472 m)Summits & peaks

mountain in Pierce County, Washington, United States

87.3 km · ~291 min driveDirections ↗
Paul Peak Trailhead
Paul Peak TrailheadTrails & trailheads87.5 km · ~277 min driveDirections ↗
Virginia Peak (1,490 m)Summits & peaks

mountain in Pierce County, Washington, United States

88.3 km · ~278 min driveDirections ↗
Grindstone Trail TrailheadTrails & trailheads94.5 km · ~288 min driveDirections ↗
Mowich Lake Trailhead
Mowich Lake TrailheadTrails & trailheads

The Mowich Lake Patrol Cabin is one of the oldest backcountry ranger stations in Mount Rainier National Park. Built in 1922, it is located in the western portion of the park and is adjacent to the largest lake in the park. It was used by rangers on boundary patrol, and is located on the Wonderland Trail. The log cabin encloses a 15.5-foot (4.7 m) by 17.5-foot (5.3 m) area, with porch projecting 5

95.5 km · ~290 min driveDirections ↗
Giant FallsWaterfalls95.6 km · ~290 min driveDirections ↗
Spray Falls
Spray FallsWaterfalls

waterfall in Mount Rainier National Park, Washington, United States

95.6 km · ~290 min driveDirections ↗
Eagle Cliff ViewpointAttractions95.6 km · ~290 min driveDirections ↗
Clearwater Wilderness
Clearwater WildernessParks & play

Clearwater Wilderness is a 14,647-acre (5,927 ha) wilderness area in the North Cascades mountain range, in northern Washington state, of the Northwestern United States. It is located in the Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest, southeast of Tacoma in northeastern Pierce County.

98.6 km · ~334 min driveDirections ↗
Mount Rainier National Park
Mount Rainier National ParkParks & play

Mount Rainier National Park is a national park of the United States located in southeast Pierce County and northeast Lewis County in the U.S. state of Washington. The park was established on March 2, 1899, as the fourth national park in the United States, preserving 236,381 acres including all of Mount Rainier, a 14,410-foot (4,390 m) stratovolcano. The mountain rises abruptly from the surrounding

134.4 km · ~199 min driveDirections ↗

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How much does it cost to camp at South Mowich River Camp?

South Mowich River Camp is free to camp at.

Do I need to book ahead for South Mowich River Camp?

Yes, a reservation is required.

Can I bring an RV or caravan to South Mowich River Camp?

No, caravans and RVs aren't permitted here.

Can I pitch a tent at South Mowich River Camp?

Yes, tent camping is allowed.

Are showers available at South Mowich River Camp?

No, showers are not available.

Are there electrical hookups at South Mowich River Camp?

No electrical hookups are available.

Is there WiFi at South Mowich River Camp?

No, there's no internet access on site.

Are dogs allowed at South Mowich River Camp?

No, dogs are not allowed.

Who runs South Mowich River Camp?

South Mowich River Camp is operated by National Park Service.

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