Charley Creek Road (FR 4206000) in WA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Washington
Charley Creek Road (FR 4206000) in WA
An 8.0-mile stretch of gravel National Forest road in Garfield County, WA.
Umatilla National Forest, Pomeroy Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
All 8 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Mostly gravel, with 1.7 miles of dirt. Climbs 1,500 ft over 8 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 21%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~130 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 10 switchbacks. Water crossings 1.5 and 4.6 miles in.
Private here -- the nearest through road is 1.0 miles off. Cold Spring lies 0.9 mi off. The nearest town, Pomeroy, is 15 mi off.
September normals 46–68°F, 0.8″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Umatilla National Forest, Pomeroy Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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