FR 1030600 — Swan Mountain in OR -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Oregon
FR 1030600 — Swan Mountain in OR
A 6.4-mile stretch of gravel National Forest road in Josephine County, OR.
Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forests, Siskiyou Mountains Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit.
All 6.4 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Mostly gravel, with 2.2 miles of graded dirt. Climbs 1,400 ft over 6.4 miles -- sustained grades near 16%, with pitches to 37%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~130 ft on the downhill side. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. Winds through 6 switchbacks.
Craggy Mountain stands 2,233 ft above the site, 1.4 miles northwest. Craggy Creek runs 0.9 mi off. The nearest town, Williams, is 13 mi off.
September normals 51–75°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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