Indian Ridge (FR 1980247) in OR -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Oregon
Indian Ridge (FR 1980247) in OR
A 3.8-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 3.8 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Mostly gravel, with 0.2 miles of dirt. Climbs 1,000 ft over 3.8 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 24%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~190 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.
Secluded here -- the nearest through road is 3.2 miles off. A pond lies 0.3 mi off. The nearest town, Oakridge, is 21 mi off.
September normals 40–65°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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