Highlight • Rest Area
South Puyallup River Camp
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Mount Rainier Wilderness
Tips
Jamie S.
May 22, 2025
Hiking
South Puyallup River Camp is a small, remote backcountry campsite on the southwest side of the Wonderland Trail, roughly halfway between Klapatche Park and Devil’s Dream camps. Facilities include a …
maniboyflex
July 24, 2025
Running
South Puyallup River Camp is a backcountry site tucked in dense old-growth forest, with access to water from the nearby river (always treat it). It’s a spot for catching your breath before the long climb toward Emerald Ridge. A short side trail leads to the South Puyallup River Bridge, where you can see dramatic columnar basalt formations formed by ancient lava flows.
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Best routes near South Puyallup River Camp
148km
50:00
7,130m
7,770m
Hike the difficult 92.1-mile Wonderland Trail around Mount Rainier, gaining 23398 feet through diverse, scenic landscapes.
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Elevation 1,280 m
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