FR 4800011 — Buzzards Butte in OR -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Oregon

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FR 4800011 — Buzzards Butte in OR

Siuslaw NF, Central Coast Ranger District-ODNRA
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A 1.8-mile stretch of gravel National Forest road in Douglas County, OR.

Siuslaw National Forest, Central Coast Ranger District-ODNRA allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 60 days.

All 1.8 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Gravel the whole way in (1.8 miles). Climbs 870 ft over 1.8 miles -- sustained grades near 30%, with pitches to 48%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~170 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 4 switchbacks.

Noel Creek runs 0.2 mi off. The nearest town, Reedsport, is 7.4 mi off.

September normals 49–71°F, 2.1″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

Nearby Spots
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Fire restrictions

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

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Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?