Golden Lakes Backcountry Campsites — Mount Rainier National Park

Backpackers completing the Wonderland Trail find their final overnight option at this backcountry site overlooking Golden Lakes. The campground sits within Mount Rainier National Park and requires hiking access from Mowich Campground. Sites accommodate up to three medium tents, with the group site offering direct lake access and cooking logs. Cell service reaches this elevation, and a vault toilet serves the area. Site spacing remains minimal, so noise from neighboring groups carries easily between spots. Trees provide some privacy screening. For those exploring beyond the Wonderland Trail, [campgrounds near Mount Rainier National Park](https://thedyrt.com/camping/washington/near/mount-rainier-national-park) offer additional options throughout the region.