Two loops of Cougar Rock Campground at Mount Rainier National Park will open to the public today.
Warm weather has melted snow on almost 25 parking pads and tent sites in loops A and C, acting superintendent Randy King said. Campsites for recreational vehicles are limited at this time.
The remaining loops, including the group sites, still are covered with snow. Cougar Rock typically opens by Memorial Day weekend, but melting slow delayed this year’s opening.
At Ohanapecosh Campground, loops A, B, C and D opened for Memorial Day weekend. Loop D still had no running water .
The White River Campground is to open June 26.
Camping fees at Cougar Rock and Ohanapecosh are $12 and $15 per site, and $12 at White River.
Between June 25 and Sept. 6, Cougar Rock and Ohanapecosh campsites can be reserved. The nightly fee during the reservation period is $15 per site. For reservations, call toll free 1-877-444-6777.
White River Campground is operated on a first-come, first-served basis.
Jeffrey P. Mayor, The News Tribune
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