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The Cowlitz River is located just south of Mt. Rainier National Park near the town of Packwood. The confluence with the Clear Fork River provides a number of quality camping sites. The Cowlitz and its forks are renowned for salmon and steelhead fishing. Mt. Rainier is nearby, offering a number of hikes and interesting locales.
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Directions to Cowlitz River
- Take SR 169 (from I-405) or SR 164 (from SR 18) to Enumclaw.
- In Enumclaw, head towards Chinook Pass via SR 410.
- Stay on SR 410 through Greenwater and Crystal Mountain.
- Arrive at Cayuse Pass and take a right onto SR 123.
- Continue on SR 123 through Mt. Rainier National Park.
- Continue on SR 123 until it joins US 12.
- Continue on US 12 towards Packwood.
- Approximately a mile before Packwood, there will be a right turn off US 12 onto Forest Road 1270.
- Stay on Forest Road 1270 until you cross the Clear Fork River.
- Campsites exist along this road.
Location Information
Elevation: 1243 ft.
Waypoint: N46°39.887' W121°36.037'
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