The Carbon River Corridor follows the Carbon River for a little more than 20 miles through the Town of Wilkeson to the Carbon River entrance of Mount Rainier National Park. This region is treasured for its historic, cultural, and natural significance. Known for it’s rugged beauty, visit the Carbon River Corridor to get an increasingly primitive outdoor experience.

Know Before You Go

  • Check the map to know whose land you’re on.

  • Permits required for some properties. You may need a National Park Pass, a Northwest Forest Pass or a Discover Pass.

  • Areas with dangerous hazards are in this region. Only recreate on land designated as publicly accessible.

  • Check the weather based on where you’re going.

  • No cell phone service beyond Carbonado. Download information before you go.

  • The last gas station is in Burnett.

  • Last restroom facilities are in the Town of Wilkeson.

  • Check business hours.

  • You cannot access the Paradise or Sunrise entrances of Mount Rainier National Park.

Partners in the Carbon Canyon

  • Foothills Rails-to-Trails Coalition

    Get involved and learn more about the nearly 21 miles of paved and unpaved trail connecting sea to mountains.

    Learn more

  • Friends of the Carbon Canyon

    Keep pulse on local activities and opportunities for engagement through getting involved with the Canyon’s Friends-of group.

    Get involved

  • Mount Rainier National Park

    Understand what National Park access the Carbon River Canyon offers, and what kind of recreation you can enjoy through this park entry.

    Find your options

  • Foothills Historical Heritage Center and Museum

    Located in Buckley, learn more about the rich history of the Carbon River Corridor and surrounding towns.

    Check it out

  • Washington Trails Association

    Washington Trails Association hosts information and resources on trails, responsible recreation and tips, and how to give back to trails through volunteering.

    Visit WTA.org

  • Backcountry Horsemen of Washington

    The Carbon River Canyon hosts opportunities for equestrians and stock users to get outside and give back to trails. Learn more through the BCHW website.

    Click Here

  • Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance

    Explore opportunities to mountain bike in the area! Get resources from the Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance.

    Check out EMBA

  • Travel Tacoma

    Explore resources across the County through Travel Tacoma.

    Find resources

  • Visit Rainier

    Learn about Mount Rainier National Park’s recreation opportunities throughout the Carbon Canyon and beyond, including places to stay.

    Explore

The future of the Corridor

In 2022, caretakers of the land published the Carbon River Corridor Cooperative Action Plan to prepare this area for the future. Through it comes opportunities for us all to get involved in the stewardship of this special place.

Stay Involved

Stay in the loop about events, work parties and feedback opportunities related to the Carbon.