U.S. Forest Service · Mather Memorial Parkway Memorial Area (Administrative) · WA

Silver Springs Campground

Silver Springs CampgroundPhoto · ExplorUS
Not publishedStatus
ReservableAccess
51Sites
46 ftMax rig

The place

Silver Springs Campground is situated on the banks of the scenic White River in Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest, just outside Mt. Rainier National Park's North Arch entrance. Silver Springs offers visitors stunning scenery and access to a multitude of recreational activities. Recreation The White River sustains populations of salmon and trout, making it a great spot for fishing. A natural spring flows through the campground as well. Hiking and climbing top the list of recreational activities in the surrounding area. The 0.5-mile, accessible John Muir Nature Trail begins at nearby Dalles Campground. Keep reading

Visitors enjoy gazing up the "Big Tree," at an old-growth Douglas fir tree inside Dalles. This giant measures 9.5 feet in diameter and is over 700 years old. The tree stands at the beginning of the Dalles River View Trail, originating at the west end of the campground loop. Local Crystal Mountain Trail begins about five miles southwest of the campground. It climbs 1,600 feet in elevation through clear-cut areas and second-growth forest before breaking out to expansive views of the White River Valley and Mt. Rainier. The trail continues to climb along the ridge, showcasing wildflowers in early June and huckleberries in early August. Facilities Silver Springs Campground offers both standard and accessible sites and accommodates tents or RVs. A group picnic shelter is also available. Picnic tables and campfire rings with grills are provided, as are flush and vault toilets and drinking water. No electrical hookups are available. Natural Features The campground's widely-spaced sites are scattered in a beautiful section of old-growth forest, where many sit on the banks of the White River, which is sourced by flowing water from ice caves at the base of Emmons Glacier on Mt. Rainier. The Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest showcases rugged peaks, sparkling alpine lakes and old-growth forests. Several designated wilderness areas surround the forest. Mt. Rainier, the highest peak in Washington and the Cascades Range, dominates the landscape on clear days. The volcano rises to an elevation of 14,411 feet and is perpetually snow-capped, boasting a total of 36-square miles of snowfields and glaciers. Wildlife in the area ranges from mountain goats in the higher elevations to porcupines and pine martens in the forests. Migratory birds and native fish find ample habitat in the varied ecosystems. Nearby Attractions Mount Rainier National Park offers fantastic glimpses of glaciers, subalpine ecology and volcanic landscapes. Hiking trails and scenic drives crisscross the park. Visit or stay in one of the historic lookouts in the area. Lookouts are tangible symbols of Forest Service heritage, perched on high peaks with unobstructed views where they have been used throughout the years to detect fires in remote forest lands. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (530) 932-0242. Charges & Cancellations Once your reservation start date has begun, neither the Recreation.gov Contact Center nor the campground manager will be able to modify your reservation.

The sites · 51

LoopSiteTypeMax rigElectricADA
SILV001standard nonelectric36 ft
SILV002standard nonelectric40 ft
SILV003standard nonelectric38 ft
SILV004standard nonelectric40 ft
SILV005standard nonelectric32 ft
SILV006standard nonelectric34 ft
SILV007standard nonelectric34 ft
SILV008standard nonelectric40 ft
SILV009standard nonelectric34 ft
SILV011standard nonelectric34 ft
SILV012standard nonelectric36 ft
SILV013standard nonelectric32 ft
SILV014standard nonelectric36 ft
SILV016standard nonelectric26 ft
SILV017standard nonelectric30 ft
SILV018standard nonelectric36 ft
SILV019standard nonelectric36 ft
SILV020standard nonelectric38 ft
SILV021standard nonelectric40 ft
SILV022standard nonelectric40 ft
SILV023standard nonelectric37 ft
SILV024standard nonelectric42 ft
SILV025standard nonelectric45 ft
SILV027standard nonelectric40 ft
SILV028 HOSTmanagement20 ft
SILV029standard nonelectric42 ft
SILV030standard nonelectric30 ft
SILV031standard nonelectric32 ft
SILV032standard nonelectric44 ft
SILV033standard nonelectric46 ft
SILV034standard nonelectric27 ft
SILV035standard nonelectric27 ft
SILV036standard nonelectric27 ft
SILV037standard nonelectric20 ft
SILV038standard nonelectric20 ft
SILV039standard nonelectric25 ft
SILV040/41standard nonelectric20 ft
SILV042standard nonelectric42 ft
SILV043/44standard nonelectric40 ft
SILV045standard nonelectric35 ft
SILV046standard nonelectric35 ft
SILV047standard nonelectric35 ft
SILV048/49standard nonelectric35 ft
SILV050standard nonelectric35 ft
SILV051standard nonelectric30 ft
SILV052standard nonelectric30 ft
SILV053standard nonelectric25 ft
SILV054standard nonelectric30 ft
SILV055standard nonelectric30 ft
SILV056standard nonelectric25 ft
SILVGROUP DAY USEgroup picnic areayes

Booking

183 daysBooking window before arrival

Recreation.gov default: most campsites can be booked six months prior to arrival date. Most campgrounds go on sale at 7am PT / 8am MT / 10am ET, but not always; check the facility Seasons and Fees tab. Some locations also offer shorter supplemental booking windows.

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This campground sits in WA-08. This member’s public-lands record →

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