FR 7003020 — Pothole Butte in OR -- Camping Rules & Access in Oregon
FR 7003020 — Pothole Butte in OR
Why
U.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.All 4 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles, mostly graded dirt with 1.4 miles of dirt. Climbs 320 ft over 4 miles, with sustained grades near 14% and pitches to 15%. Level ground alongside most of its length.
Private here, with the nearest through road 0.7 miles off. Mount Scott stands 4,312 ft above the site, 6.6 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)]
| Fire restrictions | Set by Fremont-Winema National Forest, Chemult Ranger District. Check current orders |
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September normals 39–76°F, 0.8″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.