FR 7001000 — Pothole Butte in OR -- Camping Rules & Access in Oregon

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FR 7001000 — Pothole Butte in OR

Fremont-Winema NF, Chemult Ranger District
4,887 ft51 mi from Klamath Falls
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Dispersed camping generally allowed
WhyU.S. Forest Service opens most of its land to dispersed camping unless a local order restricts it. Check the unit's current orders before you commit.

Fire orders

All 2.6 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles, dirt the whole way. Climbs 280 ft over 2.6 miles, with sustained grades near 14% and pitches to 30%. Level ground alongside most of its length.

Secluded here, with the nearest through road 2.2 miles off. Pothole Butte stands 1,250 ft above the site, 1.8 miles west.

Fremont-Winema National Forest, Chemult Ranger District: Camping or otherwise occupying any location on the Fremont-Winema National Forest for a period longer than 14 calendar days, and/or for more than 28 days total during a calendar year is prohibited. [36 CFR 261.58(a)]

Rules that apply to this spot
Fire restrictions

Set by Fremont-Winema National Forest, Chemult Ranger District.

Check current orders

September normals 38–75°F, 0.8″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

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