Bubble Gum Pass (FR 2212000) in WA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Washington
Bubble Gum Pass (FR 2212000) in WA
A 5.4-mile stretch of gravel National Forest road in Lewis County, WA. The road serves Horseshoe Point.
Gifford Pinchot National Forest, Cowlitz Valley Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit.
All 5.4 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Gravel the whole way in (5.4 miles). Climbs 1,300 ft over 5.4 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 18%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~170 ft on the downhill side. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. Winds through 4 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.
Sanctuary Arch stands 1,946 ft above the site, 1.3 miles north. Saint Michael Creek runs 0.4 mi off. The nearest town, Morton, is 33 mi off.
September normals 45–65°F, 2.4″ 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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