FR 1035000 — Whisky Ridge Viewpoint in OR -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Oregon
FR 1035000 — Whisky Ridge Viewpoint in OR
A 30.7-mile stretch of gravel National Forest road in Jackson County, OR.
Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forests, Siskiyou Mountains Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit.
10 of the 30.7 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Mostly gravel, with 7.3 miles of dirt. Climbs 6,200 ft over 30.7 miles -- sustained grades near 18%, with pitches to 47%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~180 ft on the downhill side. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. Winds through 38 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.
Whisky Ridge stands 876 ft above the site, 0.5 miles west. A body of water lies 0.5 mi off. The nearest town, Williams, is 14 mi off.
September normals 47–69°F, 1.0″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forests, Siskiyou Mountains Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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