Upper Tunnel Creek (FR 2233628) in OR -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Oregon
Upper Tunnel Creek (FR 2233628) in OR
A 2.6-mile stretch of gravel National Forest road in Marion County, OR. The road serves Outerson Mountain.
Willamette National Forest, Detroit Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
All 2.6 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Gravel the whole way in (2.6 miles). Climbs 1,000 ft over 2.6 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 16%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~120 ft on the downhill side.
Outerson Mountain stands 1,811 ft above the site, 2.1 miles northeast. Private here -- the nearest through road is 1.1 miles off. North Santiam River runs 0.7 mi off. The nearest town, Mill City, is 25 mi off.
September normals 49–71°F, 2.4″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Willamette National Forest, Detroit Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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