Indian Cr. (FR 1985160) in OR -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Oregon
Indian Cr. (FR 1985160) in OR
An 8.3-mile stretch of gravel National Forest road in Lane County, OR. The road serves Flagstone Peak.
Willamette National Forest, McKenzie River Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
All 8.3 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Mostly gravel, with 1.4 miles of dirt. Climbs 2,300 ft over 8.3 miles -- sustained grades near 16%, with pitches to 40%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~140 ft on the downhill side. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. Winds through 3 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.
Indian Ridge stands 1,322 ft above the site, 1.1 miles northeast. Secluded here -- the nearest through road is 2.7 miles off. The nearest town, Oakridge, is 20 mi off.
September normals 44–69°F, 3.1″ 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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