Benham Homestead (FR 2513000) in WA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Washington
Benham Homestead (FR 2513000) in WA
A 3.3-mile stretch of gravel National Forest road in Lewis County, WA. The road serves Iron Creek Picnic Area.
Gifford Pinchot National Forest, Cowlitz Valley Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit.
1.6 of the 3.3 miles in are closed. Gravel the whole way in (3.3 miles). Climbs 1,200 ft over 3.3 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 17%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~110 ft on the downhill side. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. A gate 1.6 miles in, signed private.
Strawberry Mountain stands 3,394 ft above the site, 2.3 miles west. Benham Creek runs 0.8 mi off. The nearest town, Morton, is 18 mi off.
September normals 48–68°F, 3.0″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Gifford Pinchot National Forest, Cowlitz Valley Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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