Nelson Peak (FR 4342400) in WA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Washington
Nelson Peak (FR 4342400) in WA
A 2.8-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Stevens County, WA. The road serves Little Chewelah Peak. The road is open seasonally, April 1 to November 30.
Colville National Forest, Three Rivers Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 28 days.
All 2.8 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (2.8 miles). Climbs 600 ft over 2.8 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 14%. 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. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.
Chewelah Mountain stands 1,439 ft above the site, 2.6 miles northwest. The nearest town, Chewelah, is 9.0 mi off.
September normals 46–69°F, 1.2″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Colville National Forest, Three Rivers Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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