White River Campground

White River Campground sits within Mount Rainier National Park in Washington state with 88 individual campsites nestled among forest at 4,400 feet elevation. The location provides direct access to hiking trails and the river that runs through the area.

The land was shaped by glacial movements thousands of years ago and later protected as part of the national park system. It was developed as a campground to allow visitors to stay and explore the surrounding mountain terrain.

Rangers lead talks during summer about the animals and geology you will see in the park. These programs help visitors understand the landscape and how the ecosystem works.

This campground operates from late June through September with campsites available on a first-come, first-served basis through Recreation.gov. Bring warm layers and waterproof gear since the high elevation and proximity to water mean weather can be cool and wet.

Several campsites offer views of Mount Rainier itself, while others have direct pathways to small creeks and natural waterfalls. This closeness to water features and the mountain creates distinctive experiences at each site without needing to hike far.