Helena CR (FR 2075000) in WA -- Camping Rules & Access
Helena CR (FR 2075000) in WA
Road corridorMt. Baker-Snoqualmie NF, Darrington Ranger District
5.5 mi from Darrington
Maps 2,282 ft
Dispersed camping generally allowed
U.S. Forest Service default; a local order can restrict it.
Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest ↗
Motor-vehicle season 6/1–10/15
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Road Access
Rough
- All 3.7 miles of this road are maintained for high-clearance vehicles, gravel the whole way.
- Near Iron Mountain.
- Estimated climb: 1,400 ft over 3.7 miles through 5 switchbacks, with sustained grades near 16% and pitches to 38%.
- Terrain estimates show roadside drops of up to ~150 ft on the downhill side.
- Terrain estimates suggest little level ground beside this road.
Setting
Some privacy
- Moderately separated here.
- Jumbo Mountain stands 3,529 ft above the map pin, 2.8 miles west.
- Sauk River runs 0.9 mi off.
Climate averages
October normals 44–59°F, 13.6″ precipitation. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.