FR 1099500 — Hells Peak in OR -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Oregon
FR 1099500 — Hells Peak in OR
An 11.0-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.
4.8 of the 11 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Mostly gravel, with 2.9 miles of dirt. Climbs 3,300 ft over 11 miles -- sustained grades near 18%, with pitches to 33%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~140 ft on the downhill side. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. Winds through 11 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.
Little Red Mountain stands 3,879 ft above the site, 3.3 miles southeast. Dog Fork runs 0.4 mi off. The nearest town, Ruch, is 11 mi off.
September normals 53–78°F, 0.6″ 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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