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LO TAHOMA

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· Carbonado, Pierce, Washington · 18 acres
Hosted by Jill And Kent T.
RV/tent site
· 6 guests max
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Near Mount Rainier National Park
Within a 30-minute drive from the Carbon River Ranger Station.
Family-friendly
Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.
Jill and Kent is a Star Host
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All to yourself
100% of recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp felt private.
LO TAHOMA LO: Used to call attention or to express wonder or surprise. TAHOMA: Mt. Rainier or 'Tahoma' as it was named by Indigenous People of the Pacific Northwest. Lo Tahoma is an 18 acre homestead of diverse land including 15 forested acres, we're located 5 miles from the NW Carbon River entrance to Mt. Rainier National Park and 20 miles away from the Mowich Lake entrance. The glacier fed Carbon River is a 1/4 mile walk/drive from our driveway with easy access to the Foothills Rails-to-Trails (a relatively easy walking, dirt trail which parallels the Carbon River). We mill our own lumber from trees off our property using a portable sawmill which provides us with the wood we need for most of our construction and repair projects. We like to share self-sustainable knowledge and skills that we have found very useful on our homestead by offering small, hands-on, intimate classes. Learn more about this land: *Make a booking with us for 3 consecutive nights and get 15% off!  Enter promo code LWFDHAFS when booking! *Make a booking with us for 4 consecutive nights or more and get 20% off!  Enter promo code PIXX5ENQ when booking! Individual or small Group Campsite encircled in an old growth Cedar Grove.  The Carbon River entrance to Mt. Rainier National Park gives you the option of walking or bicycling in (*e-bikes included) . This entrance is open year round, and although not paved, the 12' wide path is inviting and easy for individuals & families to walk or bike. Trailheads to Chenuis Falls, Green Lake, and the iconic Carbon Glacier all stem from this 5 mile access road. We're 20 miles from Mowich Lake (*OPEN ONLY mid July - 2nd week in October*) giving you seasonal access to a plethora of hiking trails including Spray Park and the very popular Tolmie Peak/Eunice Lake trail. Ours is a secluded/private site with easy access, perfect to set up as your base camp for hiking, biking and exploring the Carbon Canyon.  There is NO cell service or WiFi connection @ Lo Tahoma, unplug and enjoy! Lo Tahoma is only a 1/4 mile walk away to the Carbon River, a glacier-fed river that runs year-round.  Bring folding lawn chairs and sit a spell along the river's edge on a hot summer day. The north side of the Carbon River is lined with an extensive trail system (an unpaved section of the Foothills Rails to Trails) which parallels the river while winding through lush forest, mostly shaded, the temperature can be 10 degrees cooler here on a hot day. Our site features a clean gravel trail that forks in two directions leading you towards the Campsite and a timber frame Privy.  Parking is close by, with easy access from the driveway. Campsite can accommodate up to 2 medium & 1 small tent , includes one 10' x 10' raised tent pad with tarp covering overhead.  We provide a kindling kit and 1 large crate (12+ pieces) of dry hand-chopped firewood with each booking, additional firewood crates are available for $10 each. A covered sink station with hand pump is close by, providing fresh, non-potable well water. We have our campsite listed to accommodate 4 Adult guests, additional Adult guests are $5 each, up to 6 guests total.  *Families with children are welcome and will pay daily fee with no additional charge.*Make a booking with us for 3 consecutive nights and get 15% off!  Enter promo code TYNERRTM when booking! *Make a booking with us for 4 consecutive nights and get 20% off!  Enter promo code USCBOZ4E when booking! Individual or small Group Campsite encircled in an old growth Cedar Grove only 5 miles from the NW entrance to Mt. Rainier National Park.  From the Carbon River entrance to the Park, you can walk or bicycle in giving you access to spectacular hikes like Ipsut Creek, Chenuis Falls, Green Lake, and the iconic Carbon Glacier. This is a secluded site with easy access, perfect to set up as your base camp for hiking, biking and exploring in the Historic Carbon Canyon.  There is no Cell service or WiFi connection @ Lo Tahoma, unplug and enjoy! Lo Tahoma is only a 1/4 mile walk away to the Carbon River, a glacier-fed river that runs year-round.  Bring folding lawn chairs and sit a spell along the river's edge. The north side of this amazing river is lined with an extensive trail system (an unpaved section of the Foothills Rails to Trails) which parallels the river while winding through lush forest, which can be hiked or biked. After an eventful day of outdoor adventure, you can return to your own private getaway here at Lo Tahoma.  Our site features a clean gravel trail that forks in two directions leading you towards the Campsite and a timber frame Privy.  Parking is close by, with easy access.  Campsite can accommodate up to 2 tents altogether, includes one 10' x 10' raised tent pad with tarp covering overhead.  A Kindling Kit and 1 large crate of Firewood is included with each booking,  additional firewood crates are available for $7.  A hand-pumped well is close by, providing fresh, non-potable water, a bucket is provided to carry water. You are welcome to explore out woods on well groomed trails with rustic benches strategically placed for you to enjoy. We have our campsite listed to accommodate 4 Adult guests, additional Adult guests are $5 each, up to 6 guests total.  Families with children are welcome and will pay daily fee with no additional charge.
RV details
Travel trailers, Pop-up campers, Class B RVs, Campervans, and Cars allowed
16,000 lb. Bridge weight restriction on SR 165, vehicles weighing more than 16,000 lbs. do not have access.
Vehicles under 34 feet allowed
Back-in site
Accommodates slideouts
Surface type: Grass or field
Site is fairly level, may need slight adjusting depending on where you park.
Surface levelness: Flat
Site is fairly level, may need slight adjusting depending on where you park.
No Fifth wheels, Toy haulers, Class A RVs, and Class C RVs
16,000 lb. Bridge weight restriction on SR 165, vehicles weighing more than 16,000 lbs. do not have access.
No electrical hookup
RV's, Campers or Trailers need to be self contained.
No water hookup
No sewage hookup
No TV hookup
Generators not allowed
What to expect
RV/tent site
You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.
6 guests max
Campfires allowed
Firewood provided, firepit, private
Toilet available
Pit toilet. Private, clean Timber Frame Privy, includes changing area, hooks, shelf & mirror.
No pets
Lo Tahoma is fortunate to have a wildlife corridor running through it, Elk, Deer, Bobcat, Black Bear, Raccoons and Coyotes cross through our property during various times of the year, we want to keep our property open to wildlife and have chosen not to allow pets.
Bins available
Recycling bin, trash bin
Picnic table present
Besides a picnic table there are 4 firewood rounds to sit on and arrange anyway you like.
No potable water
Bring your own water, purify from pump. There is Hand pumped well water available, but would need to be boiled for safe drinking water.
No showers
Bathe in river or stream
Cooking equipment absent
Fire pit includes a grate to cook on. We provide and encourage the use of a locking 'Critter Proof Box' 24" x 48" to store your food & cooking gear when you're not in camp.
No wifi
Unplug and relax, there is no cell phone service or wi-fi available at Lo Tahoma.
Laundry absent

Things to know

Getting there
Check in: After 2:00 PM
Check out: Before 12:00 PM
On arrival: Head straight to site
Cancellation policy: Strict (14 Days)
Minimum nights: 2 nights
Accepts bookings: 12 months out
Park at listing
No wheelchair access
Max 2 vehicles
2WD accessible
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108 ratings · 91 reviews
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Stefany M.
5 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· October 2024
12 ft travel trailer
Great attention to detail - we especially liked the washing station. Was super close to Carbon River Park entrance.
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Julie P.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2024
An Oasis
Tent
What a little oasis this Hipcamp is! The hosts have made it extra special - it has its own trails! - and you only hear the sounds of owls, elk, and horses. It was simply lovely, and appreciated.
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Sophea O.
4 reviews
Recommends
· September 2024
Tent
Best Hipcamp spot to date! Perfect blend of rustic tent camping experience with amenities that were just - chef’s kiss. We loved the covered area for our tent, the critter proof box to store food, line to dry our towels & swimsuits, side table to prep our food, fire pit with a rotating grill, picnic table with an umbrella, dish washing station with an awesome water pump, & the cute bathroom! 10/10. They even provided a crate of fire wood + kindling to get you started. You have the option to add more wood, if you wanted. It was plenty enough to cook our food for 2 nights & have a proper fire to relax at during the evening. Everything was spaced apart so intentionally & at about the right distance to keep animals away from your sleeping area. Jill & Kent really hit it out of the ballpark with this very private camping site. We could hear the neighbors only every so often, they were drowned out by the owls hooting at night, the frogs croaking, the birds singing, & the elks bugling. Perfect place as base camp while we explored the NW corner of MRNP.
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Mahin H.
2 reviews
Recommends
· September 2024
This site set the bar for Hip Camp
Tent
The site is impecable, well-thought out, and has every amenity you could need, rain or shine. The hosts thought of everything and everything there is really well made. We got a huge kick out of the guidebook they provide at the site. The hiking on property and down by the river at the bridge nearby was seriously better than NPS hikes at Carbon River station and Olympics Hoh Rainforest.
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Suzanne K.
11 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2024
Camping in the rain at LoTohoma
Tent
Camp Lo Tohoma was a very well outfitted and laid out campsite. We arrived in the pouring rain but were still able to make the best of space (with the help of our canopy). In better weather one could arrive here with little more than a sleeping bag, food, mess kit, and water and be fine. I never had an opportunity to meet the hosts but from the immaculate condition of the site I have to imagine they are conscientious and thoughtful people. The Carbonado area is gorgeous and the proximity to the NW entrance to the park makes this site a great base camp for further exploration.
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Clyde C.
4 reviews
Recommends
· August 2024
17 ft travel trailer
Private, nicely set up and we'll maintained. Very peaceful spot.
Location
Carbonado, Pierce, Washington, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Cayuse, Umatilla and Walla Walla and spuyaləpabš (Puyallup) First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Jill And Kent T.

Joined in August 2020
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