Low elevation, about 1,180 feet
At roughly 1,180 feet there is no altitude adjustment for burners, ovens, or dish-machine water. Humidity and heat matter more, and we plan refrigeration and ventilation around them.
Open 24/7 · Emergency deployment
Carbonado, Washington Mobile Kitchen Trailer Rentals and Dishwashing Trailers
Carbonado grew up around coal mines on the Carbon River in northern Pierce County, about 1,184 feet above sea level. It was a company town, and the old rail line is now largely a Rails to Trails project. The Carbon River side of Mount Rainier National Park begins just upriver, though the SR 165 bridge to it is now closed.
We rent mobile kitchen trailers, dishwashing trailers, and emergency refrigeration trailers as short-term rentals or long-term leases. Call any hour or request availability and a quote for your Carbonado site.
- County
- Pierce County
- Elevation
- About 1,180 ft
Elevation from the Open-Meteo elevation model. Temperatures are averages for January lows and July highs in 2022 to 2024, from Open-Meteo reanalysis data.
What the conditions mean for a rental in Carbonado
Close to our Olympia warehouse
Our Olympia warehouse is about 40 miles away, so equipment does not travel far. That helps in an emergency, and we plan placement and hookups with you before the trailer rolls.
Where a mobile kitchen helps in Carbonado
Bridge and road work upriver
WSDOT closed the SR 165 Fairfax Bridge in April 2025 and is studying replacing it, rerouting the road, or leaving it closed. Any construction on that scale tends to bring crews who need meals, showers and sleeping units staged close to the work.
Carbon River flood response
The National Park Service notes that Carbon River Road has washed out repeatedly, including a 2006 flood that carved new channels. When the river rises and roads are cut, responders and displaced residents need a feeding point that does not depend on a local kitchen.
Trail and volunteer events
The former rail corridor and the nearby park entrance suggest organized trail days and outdoor events. Organizers of a work party or race with many volunteers can use a kitchen trailer where no commercial kitchen is handy, once food permits are cleared with the county.
- Crew camp meals for bridge or road work
- Flood-response feeding for residents and responders
- Volunteer and trail-event food service
Delivery from our Olympia warehouse to Carbonado
We keep equipment in Olympia, the Washington capital, and plan every delivery from there. Carbonado is about 40 miles from the warehouse as the crow flies; the actual road route, timing, and any permits are confirmed when we quote.
Getting a trailer to Carbonado
SR 165 passes through Carbonado and ties into SR 410 at its northern end, with SR 162 joining it nearby. The Fairfax Bridge south of town is permanently closed, so approach from the north only. The route from I-5 is not confirmed here; check WSDOT before dispatch.
From Carbonado, Wilkeson is about 1 mile away, South Prairie about 4 miles, and Buckley about 6 miles, so one route can often serve more than one of them.
We confirm the exact route and any seasonal limits for your address at quote.
Open 24/7
Emergency deployment, any hour
Carbon River floods have repeatedly washed out Carbon River Road, and a major 2006 flood cut new channels in the valley. A 24/7 emergency deployment can supply meals, showers or refrigeration when valley roads are cut or power fails.
Kitchen trailers available for Carbonado
Nine mobile kitchen layouts, 24 ft to 40 ft. Pick by how many meals you serve and what you cook, then confirm power: most models run on 220V single-phase service. Prices are monthly starting rates; your quote confirms the final price, term, and delivery.
| Trailer | Cooking equipment | Also on board | Power | Starting rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 ft Mobile Kitchen | Single-stack convection oven, Griddle / oven combination, 6-burner range / oven combination | Handwashing sink, 3-compartment sink, Prep table, Reach-in refrigerator and freezer | 220V, single phase, 200A | $4,995 / month |
| 26 ft Baby Bulk Kitchen | Confirmed at quote | 3-compartment sink, Handwashing sink, Prep table, Mop sink, Reach-in refrigerator and freezer | 220V, single phase, 200A | Price by quote |
| 28 ft Mobile Kitchen | Single-stack convection oven, Griddle / oven combination, 6-burner range / oven combination | Handwashing sink, 3-compartment sink, Prep table, Reach-in refrigerator and freezer | 220V, single phase, 200A | $4,995 / month |
| 38 ft Mobile Kitchen | Deep fryer, Single-stack convection oven, Griddle / oven combination, 6-burner range / oven combination | Handwashing sink, 3-compartment sink, Prep table, Reach-in refrigerator and freezer | 220V, single phase, 200-220A | $7,995 / month |
| 40 ft Mobile Kitchen | Double-stack convection oven, Deep fryer, Tilting skillet, Griddle / oven combination | Handwashing sink, 3-compartment sink, Prep table, Reach-in refrigerator and freezer | 220V, single phase, 200-220A | $7,995 / month |
| 40 ft Mobile Combo Kitchen | Deep fryers, Single-stack convection oven, Griddle / oven combination, 6-burner range / oven combination | Handwashing sink, 3-compartment sink, Prep table, Reach-in refrigerator and freezer, Walk-in cooler | 220V, single phase, 200-220A | $7,995 / month |
| 40 ft Bulk Kitchen | Specifications by quote | Specifications by quote | By quote | $10,995 / month |
| 40 ft Bulk Combo Kitchen | Double-stack convection oven, Deep fryer, Tilting skillet, Griddle / oven combination | Handwashing sink, 3-compartment sink, Prep table, Reach-in refrigerator and freezer, Walk-in cooler | 220V, single phase, 200-220A | $10,995 / month |
| 38 ft All Electric Kitchen | Specifications by quote | Specifications by quote | By quote | Price by quote |
Specifications come from the model descriptions supplied for each trailer. The unit assigned to your rental is confirmed at quote.
Dishwashing and refrigeration for Carbonado
Pair the kitchen with a dish room and cold storage. Each card shows its monthly starting price. Operators in Orting, Pacific, and Black Diamond face the same choice when a dish room or walk-in cooler goes down.
22-26 ft Low-Temperature Dish Trailer
A push-through low-temperature dishwasher with a soil tray, scraping table, and three-compartment sink.
Starting from $4,995 / month
38 ft Conveyor Dish Trailer
A conveyor-type dishwasher with prep, storage, and a water heater, for the busiest dish rooms.
Starting from $6,995 / month
12 ft Refrigerated Trailer
A small refrigerated trailer for a restaurant or store walk-in that has stopped cooling.
Starting from $1,895 / month
20 ft Refrigerated Trailer
More cold storage for a hospital, school, or hotel that lost its walk-in.
Starting from $1,895 / month
How a rental works
Rentals run by the month, with short-term and long-term options. Delivery, setup, and pickup are coordinated for your site. An inquiry does not reserve equipment; a person confirms availability, delivery time, and terms with you. Hours: open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Setup usually takes about five hours for kitchens and dishwashing trailers and about one hour for refrigeration units, and an inquiry is the first step, not a reservation.
Why choose Simply Indians
Renovations, repairs, and emergencies all leave a kitchen dark at the wrong time. With Carbonado mobile kitchen rentals and a team on call, the people you feed keep getting fed.
Accelerated Deployment
From the first call, we line up transport and setup for Carbonado mobile kitchen rentals in Carbonado so the kitchen is ready when your crew is.
24/7 Emergency Service
Emergencies do not keep office hours, so neither do we. Call (888) 385-5513 whenever a kitchen or cooler goes down.
End-to-End Project Support
From picking the right trailer to utility hookups and pickup, one team stays on your job.
Flexible Rental Solutions
Rent by the week or the month, or lease for a longer project, and send the trailer back when you no longer need it.
Heavy-Duty Commercial Equipment
Ranges, ovens, dish machines, and coolers sized for institutional volume, not household appliances.
Experienced Logistics Coordination
Placement, utilities, and wastewater are reviewed with you ahead of delivery so there are no surprises on arrival.
Why clients trust us
We serve commercial and institutional kitchens: healthcare, education, government and military, hospitality, correctional facilities, and caterers. We stand behind what we can confirm: a person on the phone around the clock, delivery and setup coordination, and a quote that spells out terms before you commit.
Emergency refrigeration and kitchen rentals in Carbonado
A walk-in cooler that stopped holding temperature, a kitchen closed by a fire or flood, a dish room that failed an inspection: call and we start planning the replacement right away. Keep the unit's make, your power, and your address handy.
Frequently asked questions
Is the road to the Carbon River entrance open for deliveries?
No. WSDOT closed the Fairfax Bridge on April 14, 2025, then announced the closure is permanent. The National Park Service says there is no vehicle access to Carbon River or Mowich Lake via SR 165. A gated emergency road exists for responders and local property owners only.
Who handles food permits for an event here?
Food service at public events falls under the county health authority for Pierce County. Rules differ by event type and by how food is prepared, so contact the county health department before you commit to a menu or a trailer layout.
Do you take emergency calls for Carbonado?
Yes, around the clock. Phone (888) 385-5513, tell us what failed and where your Carbonado site is, and we check availability from our Olympia warehouse and quote the delivery.
Does an inquiry reserve equipment?
No. We confirm availability, delivery time, and terms with you before anything is reserved.
Get a quote
Send what you know and a person will reply with availability and terms. It helps to have these ready:
- The job site city and state, and the delivery address if you have it.
- Your start date and how long you expect to need the trailer.
- How many people you serve per meal, and the type of service.
- Power available at the site (voltage, phase, amps) and water and wastewater connections.
- Where the trailer will sit, and any gate, slope, or overhead limits.
Emergency? Call (888) 385-5513. We answer 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.