Ohanapecosh Area

This area composes the southwestern corner of Mt. Rainier National Park. It lies along State Road 123 in the Upper Ohanapecosh River Valley. The Ohanapecosh area of Mt. Rainier National Park consists of a low-elevation river valley southwest of the mountain.

Attractions - The Ohanapecosh area of Mt. Rainier National Park consists of a low-elevation river valley southwest of the mountain. The area supports several maintained trails, a nature trail, campground and visitor center. It is open, and accessible to passenger vehicles, during the summer and early fall.

Recreation - Visitors to Ohanapecosh will enjoy hiking and backpacking on the trails that lead in, around and across the Ohanapecosh River drainage. A large campground provides 205 sites most of which can accommodate moderate sized trailers and RVs.

Climate - July and August in Washington are generally sunny and mild, with the chance of showers. The rest of the year is usually quite rainy, with heavy snowfall from November through April. Rain gear is recommended year round, due to the wet climate.

Location - The Ohanapecosh General Forest Area lies within the Ohanapecosh River Valley on the southeastern side of the park. Two roads access this portion of Mt. Rainier National Park: State Road 123 and Stevens Canyon Road. The closest park entrance to the Ohanapecosh area is Stevens Canyon and the community of Packwood lies less than 10 miles south.