Emerson (FR 2838000) in OR -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Oregon

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Emerson (FR 2838000) in OR

Umpqua NF, Tiller Ranger District
2,617 ft
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A 10.7-mile stretch of gravel National Forest road in Douglas County, OR.

Umpqua National Forest, Tiller Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit.

All 10.7 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Gravel the whole way in (10.7 miles). Climbs 2,100 ft over 10.7 miles -- sustained grades near 18%, with pitches to 35%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~160 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 13 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.

Acker Rock stands 1,481 ft above the site, 1.7 miles south. South Umpqua River runs 0.6 mi off. The nearest town, Glide, is 27 mi off.

September normals 45–80°F, 1.1″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

Nearby Spots
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Fire restrictions

Set by Umpqua National Forest, Tiller Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.

fs.usda.gov
Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?