FR 2153375 — Hills Peak in OR -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Oregon
FR 2153375 — Hills Peak in OR
A 3.4-mile stretch of gravel National Forest road in Lane County, OR.
Willamette National Forest, Middle Fork Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
All 3.4 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Gravel the whole way in (3.4 miles). Climbs 1,400 ft over 3.4 miles -- sustained grades near 18%, with pitches to 30%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~170 ft on the downhill side. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto.
Emigrant Butte stands 2,698 ft above the site, 1.9 miles northeast. Middle Fork Willamette River runs 0.2 mi off. Private here -- the nearest through road is 0.7 miles off. The nearest town, Oakridge, is 26 mi off.
September normals 47–73°F, 1.9″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Willamette National Forest, Middle Fork Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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