FR 5800789 — Nelson Ridge Trail - East Trailhead in OR -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Oregon
FR 5800789 — Nelson Ridge Trail - East Trailhead in OR
A 4.2-mile stretch of gravel National Forest road in Lane County, OR.
Siuslaw National Forest, Central Coast Ranger District-ODNRA allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 60 days.
All 4.2 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Gravel the whole way in (4.2 miles). Climbs 1,300 ft over 4.2 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 28%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~120 ft on the downhill side. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. Winds through 6 switchbacks. A gate 4.2 miles in.
The Slide stands 1,047 ft above the site, 0.8 miles east. A well-travelled stretch -- travellers have camped along here. Exposed here -- the nearest through road is 0.0 miles off. A pond lies 0.4 mi off. The nearest town, Heceta Beach, is 4.3 mi off.
September normals 50–64°F, 2.3″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Siuslaw National Forest, Central Coast Ranger District-ODNRA. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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