Free Camping At Mt. Rainier, Federation Forest, Silver Springs Sno-Park

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Up for a new experience, I headed out to Mount Rainier. The original plan was to hike around Federation Forest State Park outside Enumclaw. And it was great, especially the White River. But being so close to Mt Rainier, I wanted to get a better look at the mountain. So we drove into Rainier National Park.
The views were amazing and I was tired so I opted to disperse camp at Silver Springs Sno-Park which is just outside the National Park Entrance.
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[@ummonai2802]

The White River's name-Makhízita wakpá, or “White Dirt River” in the Lakota language-derives from the white sediment it carries from erosion and weathering of rocks and soils upstream, especially limestone and volcanic ash from sources near South Dakota's Badlands.

[@overcoffeemeditativemoment8084]

Really appreciate your sharing of this information... Thank You 🌲🏞️🌲🏞️🌲

[@mariabauzon1568]

0:33 you have an adventurous life.

[@tobymeade3222]

Scott, Junk Food has preservatives in it! So if you're chips are organic,or simple ingredients,their fine!👍✌️🤞🙌🙏🇺🇸🌅🌄🏞️🌞

[@BonesAndButtons]

I always feel like I'm visiting with a kind friend when I watch one of your videos.

[@StaticCamperVan]

Thanks RJ

[@barbaragamache2751]

Yay another one this week, couldn't be happier

[@margaretspurling8162]

The White River is beautiful. It is so clear it reflects the sky , blue when the sky is blue and white when the sky is overcast or cloudy.

[@staroceans8677]

There's no doubt that Washington state is beautiful, primarily because it's Evergreen and gets the rainfall that it needs to keep it that way. However, as a person who has many interests in particular in topography and geology, I ALWAYS find it entertaining when the highest Peaks along the Cascade Range are called mountains, of which there are several at least six or seven that are truly the highest points along the range and are ALL volcanoes, not mountains! THE HIGHEST are Rainier, Shasta, Hood, Crater, Baker, Lassen, St. Helens...to name a few. There are over 50 volcanic peaks in that range.

[@Silvanafromchester]

I absolutely LOVE your videos. My only complaint is that they make me crave coffee and food 😅.. Cheers from Ontario Canada ❤

[@davemenard5089]

You should tell her (the yellow bird) to do a barbecue

[@alchristensen8121]

My former wife was a practitioner of what she called the Soviet Rule of Shopping. It's based upon the uncertainty of goods in communist stores. "If you see something you want or need, buy it then and there, because you might never see it again." I guess the same applies to Grocery Outlet.

[@StaticCamperVan]

Haha

[@tobymeade3222]

😅 Scott saying we're living in Death,& to drink Death is to Experience life , because we need more Minerals!👍✌️🤞🙌🙏🇺🇸🌅🌄💫🌞

[@williamlemen993]

Maybe Liquid Death is dry humor. Nice scenery. Thanks for the video!

[@ChippiSweet]

Hearing and/or looking at any body of water automatically puts me in a peaceful place. I drink my morning coffee, look out my window, and see the river. ❤❤❤

[@StaticCamperVan]

Must be nice to have a river view every morning

[@amalmac9943]

Yes I want to try Yellow bird hot sauce……

[@Beavis-et8ox]

Impressive landscape and funny daily life talk - thanks for sharing your experience (always relaxing to watch) and have a great weekend.

[@seanh4841]

It's what I enjoy, life that you and I may, and can live

[@overcoffeemeditativemoment8084]

🌲🏞🌿So much lovely beauty to behold in this video.The way the sunlight flickers and streams through the trees is magnificent. A pure joy and delight! 🌿🏞🌲

[@pattichambley2779]

Cool place to camp

[@seanh4841]

It's been nice to watch the video whilst I make my way back from Waiheke Island in New Zealand on the car ferry, I enjoyed my cheese toasted sandwiches while you made dinner

[@pnkbiankii]

I have a RAM PMC, too, with no rear windows. I put a stick-on, convex disk mirror in the corner of my side mirror, and it helps with those right hand blind spots.

[@ValentinaStJohn]

I always enjoy your videos. Very calming, relaxing and picturesque.

[@lfauver6965]

I work at a grocery outlet and I won't buy fruit or vegetables their. I see to mutch bad stuff on a daily basis. But on the positive side thanks for sharing your life and adventures love your channel

[@seanwilson6521]

When you describe the coffee, may I have a peek at the beans? It would add a dimension to the shared experience, especially because coffee is such an important part of your day. Just a fleeting glimpse like when you pour them into the grinder, maybe. After all, I bet it smells and tastes great, but I would settle for seeing them. In fact, were those expresso roast? I thought you liked a lighter roasted coffee. Thank you for the work you do to share with us, it's no small thing to put together.

[@StaticCamperVan]

Good suggestion, I’ll show the beans next time. It is an “espresso”. But in real coffee terms, that means the coffee will be especially suited to making espresso. It doesn’t have anything to do with the roast level. This is a light roast coffee. Associating espresso coffee with a dark roast is more of a North American thing.

[@Leewilly440]

What a great place so beautiful. I love the trees . You get to see some great places. Thanks Scott

[@darladillaha7466]

What an amazing video. I feel like I went out on an adventure with a great friend. It was beautiful as well. Thank you ❤

[@ruththompson9369]

Beautiful how do you keep your voice in peace.. damn my life is of wanted to scream most of the time.. your voice calm me.. its such a sweet voice of peace.. thank you.. plz stay safe this world is never safe..

[@ilene9349]

I’m pretty sure most of us gets your jokes, that’s why, I for one enjoy watching your videos. Also every time I see you drinking coffee, I put your video on pause and go make a cup❣️ I just found out the very last promaster city was phased out in 2022. I did find out that the ford transit connects more capacity and a lower starting price, I’ll have so more research. Have a great day.

[@StaticCamperVan]

The Transit Connects are out of production as well. And neither company has talked about a replacement for the vans yet.

[@violetatcontentboutique7188]

Wow Scott!!! Just Beautiful!! Love that White River!! :)

[@LindaStokes-ff2kv]

Such a pretty drive and area.. :)

[@islandgirl5472]

Aloha Scott - I saved this video for today (Saturday) so I could start my weekend feeling calm, relaxed & stress free. Great adventure with beautiful scenery. Thank you for taking us along with you.

[@livingsimplytosimplylive6817]

Just love your vlogs

[@sjayne27]

I deliberately looked for a video with nice nature time in it. 🌲😌 Thanks for being such good company today! 👍 I appreciate your content.

[@StaticCamperVan]

Hey Sarah. Thanks so much for your support! We are all trying to make this world a little bit better. I hope that your week ahead is awesome!

[@sjayne27]

@@StaticCamperVan, thank you! I don’t think it’s going to be awesome for awhile, but hopefully it will be awesome again someday! Anytime it’s rough, I’ll just watch your videos again! 😉

[@jwebbw]

I always wanted to do The Wonderland Trail in Mt. Ranier park, maybe this will give me the incentive to get there this year. And I thought the White River had a white 'tinge' appearance to it, thus the name. Yeah, the dates at G.O. are half the price than anywhere else. Enjoy your stay and travel on !!

[@kathyl726]

Absolutely stunning mountain views. Thanks for sharing them and stay cool 😊

[@StaticCamperVan]

Thank you!

[@bayside6207]

Somehow I find myself coming back to your channel. I don't get bored here, also I don't find myself going back to other channels like I do this one 🤔🧐

[@StaticCamperVan]

Thanks. I guess that’s a big compliment

[@bayside6207]

@@StaticCamperVan There is a million and one Van channels now! I find yours more interesting than most, for 1 you started way back in the day and for 2 you just have a Uniqueness.

[@basedbuddhist]

Busy with work today so two instant coffees this morning. Sacrilegious. This has reminded me to slow down for a proper coffee this afternoon 🙏

[@heatherkay1610]

Beautiful content Scott. Be well and safe.

[@nuraydin3347]

Love it

[@conchscooter]

Thanks for turning me on to another Washington state park - also dog friendly which helps me- so you’re making me inclined to go back to that foggy overcast state!

[@StaticCamperVan]

It’s not foggy now. Sunny and hot!

[@davidreese4640]

Thanks for taking us along on your travels. Also love seeing your cooking creations on the road. Have you ever cooked a frozen pizza in the van using a pan or something else?

[@StaticCamperVan]

I have cooked a frozen pizza but I’ve had better success making a pizza from scratch and cooking it in my carbon steel pan

[@angelachristle2116]

So happy to travel about with you through your Vlog… thank you for sharing all of these beautiful places and adventures with us…💜 i’ve added several of these amazing places to my bucket list… That thing just keeps growing lol

[@pam164]

What a lovely place and so pretty.

[@lynette464]

Thank you so much for sharing your journey, enjoyed the Mt Rainier view!

[@thizizliz]

WOW, what a beautiful day!!!! I really enjoyed this video. Thank you. You're wise to walk a road before you drive it when you don't have 4WD or a winch and such.

[@StaticCamperVan]

I learn by making mistakes. Years ago I almost got stuck while finding a camp spot up around Lake Arrowhead. Now I walk it first

[@thizizliz]

@@StaticCamperVan Smart. The aggravation and even damage that prevents is worth the walk.

[@LuckyLarry]

The best sandwich from the MM is around thanksgiving…vegan…called oh be joyful or something festive like that….whole grain bread, dressing(stuffing if you ain’t from the south) ,arugula, cranberry sauce, cooked carrots….I’m not kidding this thang is delish!!

[@amalmac9943]

Liquid death😉😄

[@bevtrue6937]

My favorite is ICED COFFEE. Unfortunately any coffee bothers my stomach these days. Bummer. Wow what an awesome camping spot. Little muddy but doable. Can you IMAGINE the strength of the river at the time those two gigantic logs washed down to lodge themselves right there? Unreal!!! Thanks so much for sharing THAT spot. Yowza.

[@RenegadeBastard]

Please don’t drink and drive. 🥺 Coffee… that is. It’ll make you pull a 1,200 mile trip in your camper van in one shot, without sleep! I know. I drove my 2017 Ram PMC camper van from the Imperial Valley in California all the way back down to South Texas where I reside in one shot, because I couldn’t stop drinking coffee while traveling. 😂 Part-time nomad here, by the way. I don’t full-time. Actually saving up to buy land and an off-grid cabin up in the mountains presently. Exciting times await! Hope you are doing well, Scott! Keep on keeping on, my brother.

[@StaticCamperVan]

That's a LONG drive!

[@overcoffeemeditativemoment8084]

🏞️🌲Landscape Beautiful! 🌲🏞️

[@3generations393]

I hope to be filming these spectacular places one day. Hope you are able to get your van working properly real soon. Thank you Scott. 🙏🙏💞

[@Texasoma]

Oh I get your dry humor..I actually laugh which I don’t do much..I to have a dry humor….some take me wrong…..😂

[@tobymeade3222]

Hi Scott 🌞 Beautiful View of Green Mountains,Rivers! Ill bet there's a lot of Fresh Air,Bears!👍✌️🤞🙌🙏🇺🇸🌅🌄🏞️

[@aunchaleeloscalzo7195]

You’re soo funny I’m laughing so much as I’m watching this video. Always enjoy your videos 💙

[@tobymeade3222]

Scott take your stale bread 🍞 & feed it to th bird 🐦,their hungry too!👍✌️🤞🙌🙏🇺🇸🌅🌄💫🌞🐦

[@davidthompson5963]

Scott I enjoy watching your channel all the way from South Africa

[@StaticCamperVan]

Hey David. Thanks for watching

[@jeanieirwin4747]

Scott, Have not been to the Pacific Northwest. Its so restorative to visit a national forest. So undisturbed and private an experience. sometimes its good to step out of your comfort zone and do something spontaneous. Your a good journalist and content creator. Your narrative about the National Park and also the Olympia area your familiar with is interesting. Even though you live simply you are in numerous ways a rich man. Keep living your best life. Do you ever go to farmers markets for locally grown products? Curious.

[@StaticCamperVan]

Yes, I enjoy Farmers Markets. But lately haven’t been shopping at them due to budget reasons

[@chunkyleejones3831]

👍thumbs up, mr Scott Yellow Bird "Song by Mills Brothers 🎵🎶🎶"

[@Chrissy-Stormgal]

Amazing video and what a beautiful walk and scenery!!❤️❤️❤️

[@Bronte866]

Hi Scott - I see you’re not dealing with the very dangerous air quality that we are in the Rust Belt from the Canadian wild fires. I’m in Cleveland and they’re telling us to not go outside unless you reeeeally have to. It’s all moving east and will be in Europe by next week. Next week looks well warmer for you! Wednesday at 87 for Seattle. Stay cool! ❤️🍒

[@StaticCamperVan]

Oh that’s awful. I hope it clears up quickly. Yes, summer is in full force now.

[@amalmac9943]

It’s a very clean river. White river

[@nancycain4434]

Beautiful area. It's been a long time since I've been up in that area. Thanks for bringing back fond memories. Safe travels

[@cindyblank5]

The White River in Washington state gets its name from the glacial "milk" in its stream. The source of the river is the Emmons Glacier on the northeast side of Mount Rainier. The river flows from ice caves at the toe of the glacier and its upper reach is contained within Mount Rainier National Park. The milky blue-white color of the river is a result of suspended rock particles that have been ground down from the peaks over millennia.

[@bobham919]

@13:54 really nice shot there. everything is on the 3rds and golden meanie

[@alvinmousseau1100]

Awesome video

[@StaticCamperVan]

Thanks Alvin

[@kennybrydges9084]

ATB Scott, nice scenic video.. from Ontario 🙏🏼

[@amalmac9943]

Hello, Scott… the scenery is amazing! 6/29/23 my time 1:43pm. Have a peaceful evening. Good night.🛌🙏

[@StaticCamperVan]

Thank you. Wishing you a great weekend ahead

[@jrraven3230]

😊😊😊😊

[@Lonewolfwilly67]

I really appreciate you. thank you😊

[@wextremeart4399]

I live 40min from there at my nephew so I will be going Monday

[@kellyb5980]

Such a beautiful area thanks for sharing it with us!

[@carolynrivera9745]

Hello Scott I really enjoyed your video. Thanks for taking us along on your journey. Bye-bye 😊

[@StaticCamperVan]

Thanks Carolyn

[@peterobrien7465]

Any bears In that area ? Great to get another video this week Scott , enjoy that spot.

[@StaticCamperVan]

Yes, there are bears

[@emartin851]

Wow, it's so beautiful out there, enjoy!

[@wextremeart4399]

Yea center sport drinks do me that way too

[@bonniekaye]

32:00 Breathtakingly beautiful! 🌹

[@Bernimv]

It's always wonderful to eat with a beautiful view. Beautiful adventure. Great food, love learning new ways to cook. Another wonderful travelog totally enjoyed hearing the rushing waters

[@CADreemz]

So pretty 😍! Do you follow Wandering Jeepsy? She's in Washington too... You two should meet up ;)

[@suzmaca650]

That river was glorious…

[@afoxnamedmulder]

Your food doesn't look like junk. I think it looks very healthy. Sometimes you have treats, but don't we all? Treat yourself :)

[@geography1951]

Thanks!

[@StaticCamperVan]

Hey, Thanks so much, Steven

[@sukokino2409]

Grocery outlet is the Best,,,

[@Lisa-16]

Such beautiful scenery! You must feel refreshed after seeing all of that (white) water and the trees and the mountain and being greeted by mosquitos. 😊

[@StaticCamperVan]

I’m still itching 😂

[@Lisa-16]

@StaticCamperVan I despise mosquitos. One year I chaperoned an outdoor evening party that my daughter was attending, I got 63 love bites from those critters. It was awful!!!

[@StaticCamperVan]

Oh no. That’s a lot bites!

[@PedroNord]

🦋

[@carolynhale8091]

There are incredible views at the top of Chinook Pass at Tipsoo Lakes. Not far from your location up White River.

[@StaticCamperVan]

Doesn’t Chinook Pass get steep?

[@tammykimball3420]

❤ nice video Scott

[@sharonoldham4374]

Thanks for sharing your day 😊

[@ninjapm46]

Enumclaw! I'm there all the time. Thanks for sharing

[@StaticCamperVan]

Cool little town

[@joyfulable]

Appreciate you x

[@mikemckinley1031]

Scott Beautiful park see you on next video here from Ontario Canada ❤️❤️❤️❤️🇨🇦🇨🇦😎

[@pattichambley2779]

Thompson Chain maps

[@terrybard8688]

Hi Scott ! Always nice to see you .

[@cynthialopez4651]

☕ 😉

[@melindapaiz7066]

Very beautiful view🙏♥️

[@vandafedyszyn4612]

Not sure if I have this wright Scott but another u tuber I follow was in Santa Cruze and I’m sure went to is it the cat and cloud have I got this right she loved it 😊 lol

[@StaticCamperVan]

Cat & Cloud is awesome!

[@ruthcoen5503]

Another Beautiful view, Thank you

[@Peepa_and_the_Pearl]

Hi. Enjoying your videos. Can you tell me a little about the wire shelving across the front behind the seats?

[@StaticCamperVan]

Sure thing. Here’s a link to a video that shows the details: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iH2nfoWnqrqZmJI

[@Peepa_and_the_Pearl]

@@StaticCamperVan ❤

[@daveduncan2748]

I was in Walmart yesterday, and saw some Yellowbird. I decided to try it since you seem to love it so much. I also like that it doesn't require refrigeration so I can take it on campouts, etc. I got the Serrano type, and it is very tasty. I like the balance of flavor and spiciness. Sometimes these types of sauces go for "heat" over flavor, but Yellowbird has really hit a nice balance. I'll probably pick up some habanero flavor, next time.

[@StaticCamperVan]

Awesome. Yes, Serrano has the perfect balance. The Habanero is a little too spicy for me

[@navigatingwithnana]

Absolutely stunning- thanks, Scott! The Pacific NW looks like heaven on earth, and I can't wait to get there in the next few weeks! 🌲🌄🌲

[@StaticCamperVan]

You’re going enjoy it!

[@bonniekaye]

Awesome video! 🙂👍🌹

[@bonniekaye]

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[@bonniekaye]

*Beautiful place!*

[@susie4517]

Hi Scott, glad your back. 😊

[@dbug7133]

Ever thought about or done cold brew coffee for those hot summer days? Iced coffee is good too but I imagine it's harder to keep ice in the van for any length of time. In any case, loved the video. Thanks for continuing to share these places. :)

[@StaticCamperVan]

I have a freezer so ice wouldn’t be a problem. But I Loathe cold coffee with a capital L. I actually don’t drink anything cold

[@noahpettersson3385]

What about cold water Scott? Happy travels Greetings from Stockholm Sweden

[@StaticCamperVan]

@@noahpettersson3385 nope. I drink room temperature water. It helps with hydration

[@drvzky2757]

I always enjoy your videos

[@StaticCamperVan]

Thanks DR

[@threecrowsinthegarden]

Loving these travel vlogs exploring Washington State. We traveled through a few years back and fell in love with the area especially Olympia and Lake Crescent! One of our favorites was Port Townsend. We bought our Discovery Pass at Cabella's and explored so many gorgeous parks. Oh and the town of Dunganess was a favorite as well. Thank you for letting us be a part of your adventures. It brings back great memories!

[@StaticCamperVan]

Thanks Jane, glad you're liking the vlogs