Tips for Getting a First-come, First-served Wilderness Camping Permit

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Published 2016-06-10

A wilderness permit is required in order to camp in the backcountry or wilderness of Mount Rainier National Park. Wilderness permits are available only on a first-come, first-served basis in 2016. Ranger Daniel explains some tips to make your attempt to get a wilderness camping permit successful.

NPS Video. Description: A uniformed ranger stands in front of a wood and stone building beneath a wooden "Mount Rainier National Park" sign describing the wilderness permit reservation process.

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@jungledbackpackingwanderer9025 5 years ago

For two years in a row I’ve walked into the ranger station at Longmire and the rangers were able to provide me with a wonderful itinerary. Follow Ranger Daniel’s advice. They are patient, knowledgeable and eager to accommodate us.
@JustforFun-ki6fk 6 years ago

Great info and great youtube videos would love to visit some day!
@lockon12345able 5 years ago

I had no idea I needed a permit to do that and I've been doing it for years now I know