Mora Campground
Overview
Mora Campground is on the reservation system May 23, 2024 - September 23 2024.
Important changes to booking windows: To better serve visitors, Mora Campground will be releasing campsites in a series of three staggered block releases by loop. These block releases will be 6 months in advance, two weeks in advance, and 4 days in advance.
• A, B and E loop campsites will be available for reservation 6 months in advance.
• C loop campsites will be available for reservations two weeks in advance.
• D loop campsites will be available for reservations 4 days in advance.
Outside of the reservation season, Mora Campground is available for camping on a first-come, first-served basis. Some campground loops may be closed during winter.
Nestled in a coastal forest, Mora Campground is located along the western coast of Olympic National Park and is near the Quillayute River. While no campsites provide a view of the river, a few sites are a small walk away from the riverbank. Surrounded by thick coastal forest, Mora Campground provides a quiet camping experience among large and mossy trees.
Recreation
Rialto Beach is located 2 miles away from Mora Campground and can be accessed by vehicle or on foot (this will require walking alongside a narrow road with no sidewalk). In the summer, a temporary accessible ramp is available that provides a view of the ocean and the beach from the parking area. During sufficient low tides, tidepooling is available at Hole-in-the-Wall, a 1.5 miles hike form the Rialto Beach parking area. Swimming is not recommended due to the presence of strong surf, rocks, and rip-tides. Rialto Beach is known for large drift logs that may pose a threat to hikers during high tides. It is recommended that all visitors consult a tide chart before hiking along the coast.
James Pond Loop Trail (.3 miles) is an easy forest trail. The trail head can be found near the Mora Ranger Station. This small trail leads into the forest and ends near a small pond, which provides wildlife viewing.
Facilities
Rialto Beach is located 2 miles away from Mora Campground and can be accessed by vehicle or on foot (this will require walking alongside a narrow road with no sidewalk). In the summer, a temporary accessible ramp is available that provides a view of the ocean and the beach from the parking area. During sufficient low tides, tidepooling is available at Hole-in-the-Wall, a 1.5 miles hike form the Rialto Beach parking area. Swimming is not recommended due to the presence of strong surf, rocks, and rip-tides. Rialto Beach is known for large drift logs that may pose a threat to hikers during high tides. It is recommended that all visitors consult a tide chart before hiking along the coast.
James Pond Loop Trail (.3 miles) is an easy forest trail. The trail head can be found near the Mora Ranger Station. This small trail leads into the forest and ends near a small pond, which provides wildlife viewing.
Natural Features
- Pacific Ocean
- Rialto Beach (rocky beach with sea stacks)
- Quillayute River
- Coastal Forest
contact_info
Between 06/10/2023 and 09/20/2023 this location is staffed. Please call (360) 565-3056 to speak with local staff. From 09/21/2023 to 05/31/2024 this location is unstaffed. Please call (360) 565-3130 for general information.Nearby Attractions
Mora provides a central location for exploring the western portion of Olympic National Park. Wilderness coast line can be accessed via Third and Second Beach trailheads –no more than a 10 minute drive away. It is also a great jumping point to visit the Hoh Rainforest and Kalaloch areas of Olympic National Park.
Activities
- Cultural Activities
- Amphitheater
- Backpacking
- Camping
- Day Use Area
- Evening Programs
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Guided Interpretive Walks
- Historic & Cultural Site
- Interpretive Programs
- Information Site
- Kayaking
- Ranger Station
- Water Access
- Wilderness
- Beachcombing
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