South Climb (FR 8040500) in WA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Washington

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South Climb (FR 8040500) in WA

Gifford Pinchot NF, Mt. Adams Ranger District
4,631 ft
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A 3.0-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Yakima County, WA. The road serves Crofton Butte.

Gifford Pinchot National Forest, Mt. Adams Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit.

All 3 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (3 miles). Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~100 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 5 switchbacks.

Mount Adams stands 7,645 ft above the site, 5.2 miles north. Shorthorn Creek runs 0.6 mi off. The nearest town, White Salmon, is 28 mi off.

September normals 43–63°F, 2.6″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

Nearby Spots
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Fire restrictions

Set by Gifford Pinchot National Forest, Mt. Adams Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.

fs.usda.gov
Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?