Thorny T.S. (FR 3402240) in OR -- Camping Rules & Access
Thorny T.S. (FR 3402240) in OR
Road corridorUmpqua NF, Diamond Lake Ranger District
28 mi from Oakridge
Maps 4,993 ft
Dispersed camping generally allowed
U.S. Forest Service default; a local order can restrict it.
Stay limit: 14 consecutive days · 28 days total per calendar year · then move 5 mi
VerizonUSABLE
AT&TNONE
T-MobileNONE
StarlinkFAIR
Road Access
Difficult
- All 3.7 miles of this road are maintained for high-clearance vehicles, gravel the whole way.
- Near Thorn Mountain.
- Estimated climb: 1,200 ft over 3.7 miles through 6 switchbacks, with sustained grades near 22% and pitches to 34%.
- Terrain estimates show roadside drops of up to ~140 ft on the downhill side.
Setting
Some privacy
- Moderately separated here.
- Balm Mountain stands 1,108 ft above the map pin, 2.2 miles northwest.
Rules
Climate averages
October normals 33–56°F, 4.8″ precipitation. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.