About Mud Mountain Dam (White River)
Upon completion in 1948, Mud Mountain Dam was the highest rock and earth-filled dam in the world.
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Mud Mountain Dam (White River)
Wilkeson, Washington · Pierce County
Upon completion in 1948, Mud Mountain Dam was the highest rock and earth-filled dam in the world.
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47.14000, -121.93167
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Weather at Mud Mountain Dam (White River)
Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.
Today
Fog
61°/46°
💧 4%🌬 9mph
↑ 6:54 AM ↓ 4:48 PM
Wed
Rain
58°/44°
💧 15%🌬 12mph
↑ 6:55 AM ↓ 4:46 PM
Thu
Light Drizzle
55°/43°
💧 21%🌬 12mph
↑ 6:57 AM ↓ 4:45 PM
Fri
Overcast
53°/43°
💧 49%🌬 5mph
↑ 6:58 AM ↓ 4:43 PM
Sat
Rain Showers
63°/45°
💧 23%🌬 8mph
↑ 7:00 AM ↓ 4:42 PM
Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.
How to Get There
From Enumclaw, 8 miles east on WA 410.
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Facilities at Mud Mountain Dam (White River)
This recreation area contains 1 facilities — campgrounds, trailheads, and visitor centers.
Plan Your Visit to Mud Mountain Dam (White River)
Heading to Mud Mountain Dam (White River)? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
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