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White River Campground
White River Campground is run by the National Park Service in Mount Rainier National Park, Washington[3]. NPS lists 88 sites there, all first come, first served[1].
What to expect
NPS says the campground sits in a forest along the White River and opens in late June and stays open into early September, with weather and snow affecting the dates[4]. NPS also lists a seasonal closure from 2026-09-21 to 2027-06-20[4]. The campground does not take reservations, and NPS says all sites are first come, first served when it is open[5]. NPS notes a campsite fits 2 tents and 6 people per night, with an exception for immediate family[6]. NPS lists flush toilets and drinking water as seasonal, and lists no showers, no dump station and no camp store[7]. Check-out time in summer is noon, according to NPS[4].
Campsite details
From Recreation.gov campsite records. Details can change, so check the listing before you book.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Sites (NPS count)[1] | 88, 0 reservable, 88 first come, first served |
Camping fees
Nightly fees listed by the National Park Service. Fees can change by season.
Amenities
Before you go
- NPS lists the Campground Site Fee at $20 per night[6]. Fees can change, so check NPS before you go.
- The Discounted Campground Site Fee is $10 per night for cardholders of the America the Beautiful Access or Senior Pass, per the NPS note[2].
- NPS sets quiet hours overnight[8] and limits generator use to set time windows[8].
- NPS says to store food and coolers in a vehicle overnight or when the site is empty[8].
- Check the official NPS page for current conditions before you go.
Questions people ask
- How much does White River Campground cost?
- NPS lists the Campground Site Fee at $20 per night[6]. The Discounted Campground Site Fee is $10 per night[2]. Fees can change.
- Can you reserve a site at White River Campground?
- No. NPS says the campground does not take reservations and all sites are first come, first served when it is open[5].
- When is White River Campground open?
- NPS says it opens in late June and runs into early September, with weather and snow affecting the dates[4].
- Are dogs allowed at White River Campground?
- NPS says pets are allowed only in parking lots, on vehicle roads and at the designated campsite[8]. Pets must be crated, leashed or otherwise physically restrained[8].
- Does White River Campground have showers?
- NPS lists no showers at the campground[7].
Facts and sources
- NPS lists 88 sites at White River Campground: 0 reservable and 88 first come, first served. National Park Service
- Camping fee, Discounted Campground Site Fee: $10 per night. National Park Service
- White River Campground is a campground managed by the National Park Service in Mount Rainier National Park, Washington. National Park Service
- Season and hours (NPS): Only open and accessible in the summer, White River is open late June to early September depending on weather and snow conditions. Situated in a forest along the White River, the campground has good privacy. No public showers are... National Park Service
- Reservation note from NPS: When open for the summer, all sites are first-come, first-serve. The campground does not take reservations. National Park Service
- Camping fee, Campground Site Fee: $20 per night. National Park Service
- Amenities at White River Campground listed by NPS: toilets: Flush Toilets - seasonal; showers: None; drinking water: Yes - seasonal; dump station: No; cell reception: No; camp store: No; firewood for sale: Yes - seasonal; food storage lockers: Yes -... National Park Service
- NPS campground rules for White River Campground. National Park Service