Chucksney Creek (FR 1900431) in OR -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Oregon
Chucksney Creek (FR 1900431) in OR
A 5.7-mile stretch of gravel National Forest road in Lane County, OR. The road is open seasonally, May 1 to November 30.
Willamette National Forest, McKenzie River Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
All 5.7 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Gravel the whole way in (5.7 miles). Climbs 1,700 ft over 5.7 miles -- sustained grades near 20%, with pitches to 40%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~170 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 5 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.
Rebel Rock stands 3,307 ft above the site, 2.7 miles northeast. South Fork McKenzie River runs 0.1 mi off. The nearest town, Oakridge, is 22 mi off.
September normals 54–76°F, 2.5″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Willamette National Forest, McKenzie River Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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