Lower Hillis (FR 3358187) in OR -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Oregon
Lower Hillis (FR 3358187) in OR
A 4.1-mile stretch of gravel National Forest road in Coos County, OR. The road serves Buck Point.
Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forests, Powers Ranger District records no overnight restriction here.
All 4.1 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Gravel the whole way in (4.1 miles). Climbs 230 ft over 4.1 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 21%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~150 ft on the downhill side. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. Winds through 22 switchbacks.
South Fork Coquille River runs 0.5 mi off. Hanging Rock stands 1,104 ft above the site, 3.0 miles southeast. The nearest town, Myrtle Point, is 21 mi off.
September normals 54–75°F, 2.3″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forests, Powers Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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