FR 1390000 — Welch Butte in OR -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Oregon

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FR 1390000 — Welch Butte in OR

Fremont-Winema NF, Chemult Ranger District
4,814 ft
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A 3.4-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Klamath County, OR.

Fremont-Winema National Forest, Chemult Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 365 days.

All 3.4 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (3.4 miles). Level ground alongside most of its length.

A well-travelled stretch -- travellers have camped along here. Mount Thielsen stands 4,164 ft above the site, 8.5 miles northwest. The nearest town, La Pine, is 49 mi off.

September normals 35–74°F, 0.6″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

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Fire restrictions

Set by Fremont-Winema National Forest, Chemult Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.

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Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?