FR 1035350 — Whisky Spring in OR -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Oregon
FR 1035350 — Whisky Spring in OR
A 5.6-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 5.6 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Mostly gravel, with 1.6 miles of dirt. Climbs 850 ft over 5.6 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 33%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~240 ft on the downhill side. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. Winds through 3 switchbacks.
Whisky Peak stands 520 ft above the site, 0.4 miles west. Whisky Spring lies 0.1 mi off. The nearest town, Williams, is 14 mi off.
September normals 45–67°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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