Summary
With beautiful views of the Tatoosh Range, the campground is situated at an elevation of 10,080 feet. Visitors can enjoy hiking, mountain climbing, and photography in the area. The campground has basic amenities such as pit toilets and a water source, but no showers. There are no reservations for campsites, and they are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. The best time to visit is from July to September, with average temperatures ranging from 50°F to 70°F during the day and dropping to 30°F to 50°F at night.
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Indian Bar Camp
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Cougar Rock
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Cougar Rock - Mount Rainier National Park
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Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Puyallup River Near Electron
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411cfs |
Cowlitz River At Packwood
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1070cfs |
Nisqually River Near National
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456cfs |
Carbon River Near Fairfax
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243cfs |
Mineral Creek Near Mineral
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201cfs |
White River Below Clearwater River Nr Buckley
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770cfs |
Camping Essential Practices
Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
Respect Wildlife
Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
Know Before You Go
Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
Minimize Campfire Impact
Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
Leave What You Find
Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
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Nearby Snowpack Depths
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RAINIER PARADISE RANGER STN
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8" |
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PARADISE
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0" |
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NOHRSC PARADISE
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0" |
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CAYUSE PASS
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0" |
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CAYUSE PASS
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0" |
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MOWICH
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1" |
River Runs
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Headwaters At The Terminus Of The Ingraham Glacier To Ends 1/4 Mile North Of Box Canyon
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Headwaters On The Southeast Flank Of Mount Rainier At An Elevation Of 5500 Ft To Confluence With Chinook Creek
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Headwaters In The Mystic Lake Basin On The North Side Of Mount Rainier To Northern Boundary Of Mount Rainier National Park
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Begins 1/4 Mile South Of Box Canyon To Southern Boundary Of Mount Rainier National Park
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Begins 1/4 Mile North Of Box Canyon To Ends 1/4 Mile South Of Box Canyon
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Headwaters On The Nw Slope Of Mount Rainier At Carbon Glacier To Confluence With Ipsut Creek