Access To Nielton Comm Site (FR 2280000) in WA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Washington
Access To Nielton Comm Site (FR 2280000) in WA
U.S. Forest Service administers this ground -- we don't have a verified rule for this spot.
A 4.8-mile stretch of gravel National Forest road in Grays Harbor County, WA. The road serves Gorge Bridge Trailhead.
All 4.8 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Gravel the whole way in (4.8 miles). Climbs 1,800 ft over 4.8 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 20%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~160 ft on the downhill side. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. Winds through 5 switchbacks.
Phillips Creek runs 0.3 mi off. Exposed here -- the nearest through road is 0.0 miles off. Gibson Peak stands 3,849 ft above the site, 7.1 miles northeast. The nearest town, Montesano, is 28 mi off.
September normals 53–70°F, 6.8″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by U.S. Forest Service. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
fs.usda.gov