Ashford, WA
Mounthaven Resort
Half a mile from Mount Rainier's Nisqually entrance, Mounthaven Resort offers nine family cabins plus full-hookup RV sites among towering cedars. Cabins have full…
Mount Rainier · Washington
Private campsites & glamping in Ashford, WA
Ashford is the last stop before Mount Rainier's Nisqually entrance — a string of cabins, cafes, and outfitters along Highway 706. It exists for one reason: the mountain. Mounthaven Resort's cabins sit half a mile from the park gate, making Ashford the most practical basecamp for Paradise's wildflower meadows and the Skyline Trail.
The Nisqually entrance now uses timed-entry reservations on summer weekends — book park entry separately from lodging. In winter, the road to Paradise stays open (weather permitting) for snowshoeing, while the village itself goes quiet.
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Camping in Ashford: FAQs
How far is Ashford from Mount Rainier?
Mounthaven Resort is about half a mile from the Nisqually entrance; Paradise is 20 miles (45–60 minutes) up the park road.
Do I need a reservation to enter Mount Rainier?
Timed-entry reservations are required at the Nisqually entrance during peak summer periods — check the NPS site before you go; lodging bookings do not include park entry.
What is there to do at Paradise?
Hike the Skyline Trail to Panorama Point, visit the historic Paradise Inn, wildflower-watch in July–August, and snowshoe in winter.
Is Ashford open in winter?
The village stays open year-round; the Nisqually–Paradise road is plowed for winter recreation, though storms can close it temporarily.
Are Mounthaven's cabins pet-friendly?
Pets are welcome for camping at Mounthaven for a small nightly fee; confirm current cabin pet policies when booking.