Private RV parking near Mt Rainier

96%

39 reviews

· Packwood, Lewis, Washington · 1 acre

Hosted by Brandon E.

Vehicle site

· 8 guests max

Near Mount Rainier National Park

Within a 30-minute drive from the Ohanapecosh Visitor Center.

Full RV hookups

Electrical, water, and sewage hookups are available at all sites.

Staff verified

Accuracy verified by Hipcamp's on-the-ground team.

Off-leash friendly

Pets can be off-leash at this Hipcamp.

The Largest and Most Private RV Parking in Packwood—Compare and See for Yourself! Escape the crowds and discover your personal retreat at the base of Mt. Rainier! Spanning nearly an acre of tranquil, old-growth forest, this property offers unmatched privacy & space. If you’re looking for peace, quiet, and natural beauty, this is where your journey begins. This is the largest and most private RV site in Packwood, offering space to relax and unwind like no other. We invite you to compare with other options and see what makes this property truly special. What You’ll Love: Spacious, Level, and Graveled RV Parking: Complete with 30-amp electric, water, and septic hookups. Private Fire Pit: Perfect for evenings under the stars. Covered Picnic Shelter with Lighting: Enjoy meals or gather, rain or shine. Separate Tent Sites: Perfect for blending RV and tent camping. Convenient Access: A U-shaped, pull-through driveway or easy back-in/out option, plus a large paved cul-de-sac nearby for hassle-free RV maneuvering. A Gateway to the Pacific Northwest! Centrally located to iconic destinations, this property is your perfect basecamp for adventure: Mt. Rainier National Park: 12 miles to the Stevens Canyon entrance and 28 miles to the Nisqually entrance (via summer access). White Pass Ski Resort & Pacific Crest Trail: Recreation for every season. Cowlitz River & Packwood Lake: Great for fishing, kayaking, and relaxing by the water. Mt. St. Helens & Mt. Adams: Iconic landmarks within reach. Though secluded, you’re just minutes from Packwood’s shops, restaurants, and gas stations. Relax and Recharge! Hear the distant sounds of Butter Creek as you enjoy the peaceful forest setting. Spend your days exploring, then gather around your private fire pit or relax under the covered shelter to reflect on your adventures. Reservations require a self-contained RV or vehicle with a toilet. A second RV is welcome for an additional fee (contact owner). Electric service is for one RV; water and septic accommodate two. One tent allowed if accompanied by an RV with a toilet. Maximum occupancy: 6 guests. Reserve your spot today and experience the best RV parking Packwood has to offer! (note: the residence shown in some photos is now gone and gravel added to site)December 2024: the residence shown in the photos has been removed, significantly increasing parking space. Please see photos at end for current conditions. If you are looking for an uncrowded, truly private and memorable RV parking spot to call home for a while, then this is for you. Sink your teeth into the heart of the Pacific Northwest: we guarantee you won't be able to finish all the hiking trails within a 60 minute drive radius. This is an outdoor paradise waiting for you to explore, or simply sit back and enjoy. The lighted picnic shelter will allow you to make and eat meals, play games or simply sit and talk after the sun goes down. Be sure to bring your horseshoes and play a few games in your own horseshoes pits. The fire pit is huge and will allow plenty of room for everyone to sit around it. You'll feel like you're in the middle of the forest, but just a few miles from the amenities of Packwood, including a grocery store, gas, hardware, auto care, restaurants, and a museum. This is an established RV parking place that has been privately used, but is now made available for others to use. Please note: there are no restroom or toilet facilities provided; you must provide a vehicle with a bathroom. The roads leading to the site are scheduled to be plowed after snowstorms, but the property itself will not be plowed. Packwood does receive snow on occasion, but usually not a lot. The real snow happens at White Pass and Mt. Rainier. However, please watch weather reports and come prepared.

RV details

Travel trailers, Fifth wheels, Toy haulers, Pop-up campers, Class A RVs, Class B RVs, Class C RVs, and Campervans allowed

vehicle must have a toilet

Vehicles under 12 meters allowed

U-shaped pull through drive path available for smaller vehicles; plenty of room to pull in or back in

Pull-in site

U-shaped pull through drive path available for smaller vehicles; plenty of room to pull in or back in

Surface type: Grass or field

packed soil with some tree debris and moss on ground; ground could be soft after rain

Surface levelness: flat

packed soil with some tree debris and moss on ground; ground could be soft after rain

No Cars

vehicle must have a toilet

Doesn't accommodate slideouts

U-shaped pull through drive path available for smaller vehicles; plenty of room to pull in or back in

Electrical hookup available

30 amps. electrical hookup for one RV only

Water hookup available

On-site hookup. two water bibs, one with attached garden hose (can be disconnected if needed)

Sewage hookup available

On-site hookup. two septic hook up location options

Generators allowed

generators off between 9 pm and 8 am

No TV hookup

What to expect

Vehicle site

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

8 guests max

Campfires allowed

Firepit, private. large, private fire pit for your group; you are welcome to gather sticks and twigs off the ground for burning, but please do not damage living plants or trees. Provide your own firewood.

Pets allowed

Off leash. please clean up after your pets

No toilet; campers must bring camp toilets

no bathroom facilities provided; must provide your own in RV

Potable water available

Spigot, hose. water comes from wells that serve the community

Picnic table present

new picnic table under 20 feet long shelter with lighting; ground is covered with soft wood chips from branches on property

No showers

Pack it out

please pack out all trash

Cooking equipment absent

No wifi

decent cell service

Laundry absent

Hot Tub absent

No playground

But plenty of space for kids to play

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 4:00 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

Wheelchair access

Max 2 vehicles

2WD accessible

During your trip

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Reviews

96% Recommend45 ratings · 39 reviews

Brandon's campsite near Mt. Rainier offers a peaceful, tree-shaded escape that's close to both nature and convenience. Campers appreciate the full hookups, quiet surroundings, and the freedom for dogs to roam off-leash. While some reviewers noted the presence of neighbors, the overall sentiment is positive, with guests enjoying the balance of privacy and accessibility to nearby trails and amenities. The location serves as a great basecamp for exploring the natural beauty of the area.

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Michael R.

1 month on Hipcamp

Recommends

· April 2025

39 ft travel trailer · With pets

Everything was great! Nice clean and quiet area. Had a great time.

Michael G.

3 reviews

Recommends

· April 2025

22 ft travel trailer · With pets

We stayed here with our 22 foot travel trailer. I would recommend backing into the site as others have stated, as pulling straight in can limit you options for positioning. I made this mistake which made it quiet tricky as I had to back myself out. The small shed over the picnic table was such an excellent addition to this site to give my dogs a place to dry off before coming back in the trailer. Having water, electric AND sewer at a Hipcamp site was particularly impressive even though we didn’t use the sewer. The site in general was very well maintained and I think it’s a perfect site as a base camp for exploring further into the area or as a good starting spot for a BDR adventure

Fenton B.

1 year on Hipcamp

Recommends

· September 2024

Seasonal Camp with a campsite

20 ft campervan · With pets

The things we liked best were “no leash” for our dog and no neighbors next to us. We stayed 3 nights, & w/ each day we liked it better! Hikes with our dog were great as we walked the dead end road. The local herd of about 20 elk left us amazed as we watched them fearlessly cross the road. Dinner on the porch was lovely. We didn’t use the fire pit or horse shoes. On the down side, this is a SEASONAL camp. It is not fancy, and basically you are renting the front yard in a wooded setting.

Savy S.

3 reviews

Mixed feelings

· September 2024

35 ft Class C · With kids

Overall we had a great experience! We loved how the fire pit was in a little woods area. My only complaint is there are neighbors and unfortunately while we were there, the cabin next to us had a very loud car that he would start really early in the morning and wake us up. It's a nice area for base camp for mount rainier and the little town has some good restaurants.

Kathy F.

11 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· August 2024

Beautiful setting

25 ft Class C · With pets

Beautiful site in the trees. Quiet and peaceful, but not far from town. We camped with a 25 1/2 ft class C. The entry and exit were a bit uneven with some rocks and a stump that could be problematic. Be alert!

Kelsey P.

2 reviews

Recommends

· August 2024

26 ft travel trailer · With pets

We loved the peace and quiet we found at Brandon's property! Our stay was very comfortable, hookups were easily accessible, and our doggos had plenty to sniff and explore. The lights around the picnic table and the porch swing were nice additions to the area. We were only 30 minutes from Rainier's Paradise entrance, 5 minutes from Packwood for food and groceries, and a short drive away to a trail along the river so our dogs could swim. We would definitely stay again!

Location

Packwood, Lewis, Washington, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Cayuse, Umatilla and Walla Walla, Stl’pulmsh (Cowlitz), Qwû’lh-hwai-pûm (Klickitat), and Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking