Dispersed Camping in Skamania County, Washington
Showing 210 locations in Skamania County.
3 Corner Rock Road Dispersed
Gravel access corridor in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest offering dispersed camping options. The road is generally passable for standard passenger vehicles and features scenic, wooded surroundings near Lookout Mountain.
Basket Tree Loop Dispersed Camping
This scenic dispersed camping area winds along a gravel road corridor through dense pine woods. Located close to beautiful falls and trailheads, it offers convenient deep-woods access.
Bear Creek Road Dispersed Camping
A quiet dispersed camping corridor along Bear Creek Road (FS Road 016) within Gifford Pinchot National Forest. The route winds through dense forest, offering a handful of roadside pullouts with views of the sunset over the Columbia River Gorge hills, ultimately leading to a secluded turnaround loop. Access past the creek crossing is seasonally restricted by locked Forest Service gates during the winter months.
Beaver Campground
A developed Forest Service campground set along the Wind River and shaded by mature maple and sycamore trees. It provides a peaceful base for fishing, hiking, and exploring the surrounding forests.
Berry Camp
A historic primitive backcountry camping area situated near the scenic trail systems of the Gifford Pinchot National Forest.
Big Huckleberry Mountain Northern Backcountry Camp
A quiet walk-in campsite located along the hiking trail system north of Big Huckleberry Mountain.
Big Huckleberry Mountain Southern Backcountry Camp
A remote, hike-in backcountry campsite located along the trail near Big Huckleberry Mountain, offering deep wilderness solitude.
Boundary Trail Hike-In Site A
A primitive hike-in campsite situated deep in the forest near the Boundary Trail system.
Boundary Trail Hike-In Site B
A quiet backcountry clearing along the trail ideal for backpackers seeking complete isolation.
Boundary Trail Hike-In Site C
An isolated wilderness campsite offering a primitive footprint for backcountry explorers.
Boundary Trail Hike-In Site D
A secluded backcountry spot tucked away along the forested ridges near Dark Mountain.
Burnt Peak Forest Roads
Quiet wooded dispersed camping opportunities along National Forest system roads near Burnt Peak. Located in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest, this area offers peaceful campsites tucked into the trees along gravel and dirt spurs.
Calamity Ridge Dispersed
Spacious dispersed camping areas situated along the unpaved Calamity Ridge road corridor within the Gifford Pinchot National Forest, offering a quiet retreat near Bare Mountain and Sister Rocks.
Camp Crest
A scenic dispersed camping corridor situated within the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. The area offers roadside pull-outs and small clearings surrounded by lush forest.
Casey Creek Camp
A primitive, tranquil campsite situated in a lush wooded setting along Casey Creek.
Cedar Swamp Camp
Located north of Wahtum Lake, this remote backcountry camp offers a secluded setting amongst dense cedar trees along the trail system.
Cold Spring Camp
A primitive trailside campsite in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest, offering a rustic wilderness stopover near Big Huckleberry Mountain.
Cold Spring Campground
A quiet, rustic developed campground situated in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. It provides a forested setting with access to nearby trails around Sawtooth Mountain.
Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area near Carson, WA
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Constr Float Road 83 Dispersed Area
Scenic dispersed camping along Constr Float Road 83 and neighboring forest spurs within Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Located in a tranquil, pine-forested environment, these sites are generally accessible to most passenger vehicles during the late spring to autumn season. The area provides several flat pullouts suited for various rigs.
Constr Hollis Ts Dispersed
A quiet dirt road corridor nestled within the scenic Gifford Pinchot National Forest, providing dispersed camping opportunities. This area offers a peaceful wooded retreat near Big Butte and Beaver Campground.
Constr Rotor Ts 91 Dispersed
Dispersed camping sites along a gravel forest road near Forlorn Lakes in Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Accessible for standard passenger vehicles in dry conditions.
Contractor Camp Dispersed Area
This dispersed camping corridor is located in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest along an unpaved road. Accessible by standard vehicles, it offers wooded sites with convenient forest access.
Crest Horse Camp
A quiet, developed equestrian campground situated in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest, serving as a key access point for the Pacific Crest Trail.
Cultus Creek Campground
A popular first-come, first-served developed campground located on the boundary of the Indian Heaven Wilderness. Situated in a pristine wooded setting, this campground is a favored base camp for hiking the Indian Heaven and Cultus Creek trails, especially during the summer huckleberry picking season. Sites must be paid for on-site via cash or scan-and-pay.
Curly Creek Road Corridor
This scenic forest corridor along Curly Creek Road offers numerous dispersed camping options, including a spacious loop at an abandoned campground. Located near beautiful viewpoints like Curly Creek Falls, the area provides level gravel pulloffs suitable for most rigs, though trailer owners should scout loop turnarounds in advance. It offers an excellent base for exploring the surrounding Gifford Pinchot National Forest.
Cussed Hollow Road
A remote gravel forest service road in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. It provides dispersed camping spots nestled under a dense canopy of evergreens, offering a peaceful retreat.
Dark Mountain Backcountry
A cluster of remote, hike-in backcountry campsites situated along the scenic wilderness trails surrounding Dark Mountain and Snagtooth Mountain.
Dead Point Dispersed
This scenic dispersed camping corridor along Dead Point road in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest offers rustic roadside spots with views of Mount Hood.
Deadwood Camp
Deadwood Camp is a primitive camping area nestled in the dense forest of the Columbia River Gorge region, offering immediate access to nearby waterfall trails.
Dog Mountain Trailhead
The primary trailhead parking area for the Dog Mountain hike, located within the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. This location is strictly for day-use access only; overnight parking and camping are not allowed.
Dry Creek Road
This gravel forest road corridor offers quiet dispersed camping opportunities within the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. It is easily accessible for passenger cars and small rigs during the late spring to autumn season.
East Canyon Ridge Dispersed
Scenic dispersed camping opportunities nestled along the forested ridges of Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Standard passenger vehicles can navigate the unpaved forest roads to find private, quiet clearings under the dense pine canopy.
East Fork Lewis River Road Dispersed
Dispersed camping opportunities along East Fork Lewis River Road and its adjacent forest spurs in Gifford Pinchot National Forest, providing gravel pull-offs and wooded clearings.
Ed-10 743 & Gifford Pinchot Forest Spurs
This zone encompasses Forest Road Ed-10 743 and adjacent spur roads within the Gifford Pinchot National Forest near Carson, Washington. The area features unpaved, gravel, and dirt roads suitable for passenger vehicles, offering quiet dispersed camping opportunities surrounded by dense forest.
Ed-10 Dispersed Area
Located deep in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest near Lookout Mountain, this native-surface forest corridor offers dispersed camping in a dense coniferous forest. The main road is accessible by standard passenger vehicles during dry weather, leading to quiet pull-offs suitable for vans and smaller rigs. Visitors should use existing fire rings and practice standard wilderness packing protocols.
Falls Creek Horse Camp
Falls Creek Horse Camp is a developed equestrian campground situated in the scenic Gifford Pinchot National Forest. It features sites designed specifically for horse trailers, providing immediate access to surrounding mountain trails.
Forest Road 123 (Surprise Lakes)
A scenic dispersed camping corridor along Forest Road 123 in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest, situated near the Sawtooth Trailhead and the Berry Fields Interpretive Site.
Forest Road 2325 Dispersed
Scenic dispersed camping along Forest Road 2325 and adjacent spurs in Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Sites range from a spacious, level gravel pullout just off the main route to a shaded, creekside clearing ideal for smaller setups. Pristine forest scenery and the adjacent tranquil creek offer an inviting natural escape with moderate privacy. The road transitions from paved to well-maintained native material, making it accessible to most vehicles under dry conditions.
Forest Road 2400-168 Dispersed
A scenic corridor along Forest Road 2400-168 offering dispersed campsites on Gifford Pinchot National Forest land. The road features gravel and washboard sections, leading to pull-offs with impressive views of Mt. Adams. Some sites require leveling blocks due to the sloping terrain.
Forest Road 27 Dispersed Corridor
This scenic dispersed camping corridor runs along Forest Road 27 within Gifford Pinchot National Forest, near the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. Multiple small spur roads branch off from the main route, leading to shaded dirt pull-offs surrounded by tall pines and lush greenery. The road is accessible to standard passenger vehicles during dry periods, though native material spurs can become difficult to traverse during wet weather.
Forest Road 2820621 Dispersed
A scenic, quiet forest service road offering dispersed camping corridors with views of the surrounding mountains and Mt. Hood, located near multiple hiking trailheads.
Forest Road 408D Dispersed
Dispersed forest corridor along National Forest Road 408D, offering secluded woodland campsites in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest near the Grassy Knoll trailhead.
Forest Road 5401 Dispersed
Scenic dispersed sites nested along Forest Road 5401 within the Gifford Pinchot National Forest, offering quiet forest spots near Trapper Creek.
Forest Road 65 Dispersed Area
A scenic corridor of dispersed campsites located along Forest Road 65 in Gifford Pinchot National Forest, providing convenient access to the Thomas Lake Trailhead.
Forest Road 8810 (Beauty Pit)
A scenic forest service corridor located in Gifford Pinchot National Forest. It provides peaceful dispersed camping options along the main gravel road and adjacent dirt spurs, serving as an excellent base for accessing local trailheads like Sleeping Beauty and nearby waterfalls.
Forest Road Ed-10 Dispersed Camping
A scenic dispersed camping corridor along Forest Road Ed-10 within Gifford Pinchot National Forest, offering quiet wooded sites close to multiple local waterfalls.
Forest Road Ed-10 Dispersed
A quiet dispersed camping corridor along Forest Road Ed-10 within the scenic Gifford Pinchot National Forest. This area offers standard primitive forest camping with convenient proximity to nearby developed recreation sites.
Forest Road Ed-10 Dispersed
Scenic dispersed camping corridor along Forest Road Ed-10 and its adjacent spurs within Gifford Pinchot National Forest, situated near Peterson Butte. The area consists of gravel and dirt surfaces suitable for passenger vehicles and motorhomes during dry conditions, offering a typical wooded setting.
Forest Road N53 (Goose Lake Road)
This gravel forest road corridor offers quiet dispersed camping opportunities within the Gifford Pinchot National Forest, providing easy access to Goose Lake. The road is well-maintained and suitable for passenger cars and moderate-sized RVs.
Forest Road N530 (Lost Creek)
This corridor along Forest Road N530 provides quiet, forested dispersed camping sites within the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. The unpaved native dirt road is generally accessible to most vehicle types including smaller motorhomes.
Forest Road N604b (S Highland Road) Dispersed
Quiet forest corridor along Forest Road N604b within the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. The gravel road is suitable for most vehicles and offers dispersed camping during the open season.
Forest Road N613 (Race Track Road)
This crushed-aggregate forest road corridor winds through the Gifford Pinchot National Forest, providing dispersed camping opportunities. It offers convenient access to nearby hiking trails, including the Indian Race Track and Red Mountain trailheads.
Forest Road N627a Dispersed Camping
A quiet and forested dispersed camping corridor situated along Road N627a near Comcomly Lake in Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Standard passenger vehicles can navigate the crushed aggregate surface to reach several informal pullouts nestled in the woods.
Forest Road N78J (Ginger Sale)
A scenic unpaved forest road corridor within the Gifford Pinchot National Forest offering dispersed camping opportunities.
Forest Road Spur Dispersed
Located within the scenic Gifford Pinchot National Forest, this dirt spur road offers quiet dispersed camping opportunities. The native material surface is accessible by passenger vehicles under dry conditions, leading to secluded spots tucked among the pines.
Forest Road Spur WA-9389
This quiet forest spur road in Gifford Pinchot National Forest offers dispersed camping opportunities along a graded gravel corridor.
Forest Spur - Big Mosquito Lake Corridor
A scenic forest corridor along a National Forest road in Gifford Pinchot National Forest, providing dispersed camping opportunities. This area features classic Pacific Northwest forest surroundings with campsite options near the shores of Big Mosquito Lake and along a tranquil creek featuring a small waterfall.
Forest Spur (Gifford Pinchot National Forest)
A gravel forest spur road within the Gifford Pinchot National Forest, offering quiet dispersed camping opportunities.
Forest Spur (Gifford Pinchot NF)
A scenic national forest corridor offering dispersed camping opportunities within the dense evergreen canopy of the Gifford Pinchot National Forest, located near Falls Creek Falls.
Forest Spur (Spencer Road North)
Located within the scenic Gifford Pinchot National Forest, this quiet dirt forest spur off Spencer Road North offers peaceful dispersed camping. The sites are shaded by thick pine forest and provide excellent privacy. The access road consists of a native material dirt surface that remains accessible to most passenger vehicles and medium-sized motorhomes. Standard national forest dispersed camping rules and a 14-day stay limit apply here.
Forest Spur Campsite (FR 8972dcf7)
Quiet gravel pull-off nestled in the pine forest of Gifford Pinchot National Forest.
Forest Spur Dispersed Camping
Rustic dispersed camping opportunities located along a gravel forest spur within Gifford Pinchot National Forest, providing convenient access to the nearby Grassy Knoll Trailhead.
Forest Spur Dispersed Camping
This dispersed camping corridor along Forest Spur offers wooded sites within the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Accessible by passenger cars, the area features standard roadside pull-offs under a mature forest canopy.
Forest Spur Dispersed
A quiet forest spur located within the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area near Carson.
Forest Spur Dispersed
A quiet dispersed camping corridor situated along Forest Spur in Gifford Pinchot National Forest, offering direct access to the scenic wooded backcountry near the Grassy Knoll Trailhead.
Forest Spur Dispersed
Dispersed camping corridor located within Gifford Pinchot National Forest along a gravel forest spur. Accessible by standard passenger vehicles, this quiet wooded area offers primitive dispersed sites ideal for self-contained rigs.
Forest Spur Dispersed
An accessible forest spur within the Gifford Pinchot National Forest offering dispersed camping opportunities. The gravel road is suitable for standard passenger vehicles and provides a wooded setting close to Crest Camp Trailhead.
Forest Spur Dispersed
Quiet dispersed camping options along a gravel forest spur in Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Suitable for standard passenger vehicles in dry conditions.
Forest Spur Dispersed
A quiet forest road spur within the Gifford Pinchot National Forest offering dispersed roadside camping options. The route features a gravel surface that is generally accessible to standard passenger vehicles.
Forest Spur Dispersed
A quiet forest spur within the Gifford Pinchot National Forest offering roadside dispersed camping pull-offs. The gravel road is generally accessible to most passenger vehicles during dry seasons.
Forest Spur Dispersed
A quiet gravel forest spur located within the scenic Gifford Pinchot National Forest. It offers a secluded setting suitable for standard vehicles during the dry summer season.
Forest Spur Dispersed
A scenic dirt spur road within the Gifford Pinchot National Forest, providing access to quiet dispersed camping areas near the Cultus Creek and Indian Heaven trailheads.
Forest Spur Dispersed
A quiet dirt road spur located within the Gifford Pinchot National Forest offering opportunities for dispersed camping in a lush wooded environment.
Forest Spur Dispersed
Wooded dispersed camping corridor along a gravel forest spur in Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Located near the Grand Meadows Trailhead, this road offers peaceful pullouts suitable for various rigs looking to explore the surrounding wilderness.
Forest Spur Dispersed
Located in the scenic Gifford Pinchot National Forest near Steamboat Mountain, this forest road offers peaceful dispersed camping opportunities. The gravel road is generally accessible for standard vehicles seeking quiet woodland stays.
Forest Spur Dispersed
This scenic forest road offers quiet, dispersed camping spots shaded by Gifford Pinchot's deep pine forest. The gravel route is easily accessible for most passenger vehicles and motorhomes.
Forest Spur
A quiet gravel forest spur located in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest near Carson. It offers flat roadside pullouts suitable for dispersed camping in a peaceful, wooded setting.
Forest Spur
A secluded gravel forest spur road in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest offering quiet, dispersed camping options close to local peak trails.
Forest Spur
Quiet forested spur road offering dispersed camping opportunities within the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Accessible by most vehicles, this gravel spur provides a typical rustic woodland setting.
Forest Spur
A quiet dispersed camping corridor situated along a Forest Service spur road in Skamania County. Located in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest, this area offers peaceful forested surroundings.
Forest Spur Road Dispersed
Quiet forested corridor offering dispersed camping pullouts off Forest Spur in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest.
Forest Spur Road Dispersed
This gravel forest corridor within the Gifford Pinchot National Forest offers dispersed camping opportunities. It provides easy access for standard vehicles looking for a quiet retreat close to Twin Falls.
Forest Spur Road
A gravel spur road corridor in Gifford Pinchot National Forest offering quiet, dispersed camping spots near the Thomas Lake trailhead.
Forest Spur Road
A quiet, wooded forest spur road branching off in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. This area offers secluded dispersed camping spots in a classic Pacific Northwest forest environment.
Forest Spur Wa 713890e3
An unpaved forest spur road offering quiet dispersed camping options within the Gifford Pinchot National Forest.
Forest Spur WA-015ecb2d
A gravel forest road spur in Gifford Pinchot National Forest, providing dispersed camping opportunities near Termination Point. Accessible to passenger vehicles and motorhomes.
Forest Spur WA-43eda92e
A gravel forest spur road offering accessible dispersed camping options in a scenic pine forest setting.
Forest Spur WA-C0E773CE
This gravel forest corridor in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest provides access to secluded dispersed camping near Fourth of July Camp. Well-spaced sites under deep pine cover offer excellent privacy and a quiet wilderness environment. The graded gravel surface is highly accessible for most rig classes.
Forlorn Lakes Campground
A rustic, primitive campground nestled among the scenic Forlorn Lakes in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. It serves as an excellent basecamp for exploring nearby trailheads and the surrounding wilderness.
Forlorn Lakes Dispersed Camping Area
An expansive network of rustic campsites scattered throughout the scenic lake-dotted landscape of the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Located near the established campground, these dispersed locations offer moderate separation among towering pines with access to vault toilets and natural lake settings.
Fredam Ts - Gifford Pinchot National Forest
This forested corridor features quiet dispersed camping along Fredam Ts and its adjacent forest spur roads within Gifford Pinchot National Forest, located close to Peterson Prairie and trailheads for Grouse Butte.
Gifford Peak Dispersed - Site 10
Primitive forested campsite offering standard dispersed camping access.
Gifford Peak Dispersed - Site 11
Forested primitive campsite located along the gravel access road.
Gifford Peak Dispersed - Site 12
A shaded forest clearing suited for small setups or tent camping.
Gifford Peak Dispersed - Site 13
Quiet, primitive dispersed campsite deep within the Gifford Pinchot National Forest.
Gifford Peak Dispersed - Site 14
Shaded dispersed campsite close to the Gifford Peak hiking access points.
Gifford Peak Dispersed - Site 15
Small forested campsite suited for low-profile rigs.
Gifford Peak Dispersed - Site 16
Primitive pull-out campsite situated along the forest service corridor.
Gifford Peak Dispersed - Site 8
Primitive dispersed campsite located in the forested area near the East Crater Trailhead.
Gifford Peak Dispersed - Site 9
A quiet and secluded forested campsite suitable for single rigs.
Gifford Peak Dispersed Camping Area
A scenic corridor of primitive dispersed campsites situated in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest, offering excellent access to the Gifford Peak and East Crater trailheads.
Gifford Pinchot Dispersed Site
A primitive dispersed campsite located off a quiet forest road near the Observation Peak trailhead area.
Gifford Pinchot Forest Road Spur
A quiet forest road spur within the Gifford Pinchot National Forest, offering standard dispersed camping opportunities along the gravel corridor. The road is well-maintained aggregate or gravel, allowing easy access for most vehicles and small motorhomes.
Gifford Pinchot Forest Spur (FR 484bc1a5)
Quiet dispersed camping spurs located in Gifford Pinchot National Forest near Carson. These peaceful, tree-covered spots offer easy pull-offs along gravel access roads.
Gifford Pinchot Forest Spur (FR a24c)
Primitive dispersed camping sites situated along a native-surface Forest Service spur road in Skamania County, within the Gifford Pinchot National Forest near Carson, WA. This spur provides rustic pullouts suitable for those looking for a quiet stay amidst deep evergreen woods.
Gifford Pinchot Forest Spur (FR d923)
Rustic dispersed camping opportunities along a native-surface forest spur road in Skamania County, within the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. This area offers peaceful, secluded spots surrounded by Pacific Northwest timber.
Gifford Pinchot Forest Spur (South)
A southern forest spur offering a quiet gravel parking pull-off nested in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest.
Gifford Pinchot Forest Spur Dispersed
Quiet dispersed camping options along a gravel forest spur within Gifford Pinchot National Forest.
Gifford Pinchot Forest Spur
This gravel forest spur within the Gifford Pinchot National Forest offers access to dispersed camping opportunities in a typical wooded setting.
Gifford Pinchot Forest Spur
This quiet forest spur in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest offers peaceful dispersed camping along a graded gravel corridor suitable for most rig types.
Gifford Pinchot Forest Spur
A quiet network of dispersed camping sites located along an NFS spur road in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest near Carson, Washington. Surrounded by dense trees, the area offers high privacy and minimal noise. Access is via a native material dirt road that is generally passable for standard passenger vehicles.
Gifford Pinchot Forest Spur
This gravel forest spur in Skamania County offers quiet dispersed camping opportunities within the Gifford Pinchot National Forest near East Crater Trailhead.
Gifford Pinchot Forest Spur
A quiet gravel forest spur road offering dispersed camping opportunities within the Gifford Pinchot National Forest.
Gifford Pinchot Forest Spurs - Carson
A quiet collection of Forest Service spur roads situated in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest near the Little Huckleberry Trailheads. These spurs offer remote dispersed camping opportunities tucked away in a scenic pine forest.
Gifford Pinchot Forest Spurs
Quiet dispersed camping options located along gravel forest spurs in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest near Cougar Rock. These spurs offer peaceful, wooded settings suitable for standard vehicles and self-contained rigs.
Gifford Pinchot Forest Spurs
These scenic forest road spurs in Gifford Pinchot National Forest offer quiet, dispersed camping opportunities. Accessible by most vehicles, the area provides a peaceful retreat near Little Huckleberry Mountain.
Government Mineral Springs Campground
A historic, quiet campground shaded by towering old-growth conifer trees. Built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1937, this small, peaceful destination features basic camping amenities alongside a scenic creek.
Government Mineral Springs Guard Station
A historic Civilian Conservation Corps guard station cabin built in 1937, nestled in a towering conifer grove. The cabin is available as a unique reservable lodging opportunity for visitors seeking secluded mountain relaxation.
Government Mineral Springs Road Dispersed
A scenic dispersed camping corridor located along Government Mineral Springs Road within the Gifford Pinchot National Forest, offering wooded sites in a lush, natural setting near local springs.
Green Mountain Road Dispersed
Dispersed camping corridor along Green Mountain Road in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. It provides a quiet, forested setting with standard unpaved access suitable for most passenger vehicles.
Harman Creek Camp
A secluded backcountry walk-in camping site situated along the Talus Ridge Trail in Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Accessible via a scenic hike, this site offers a peaceful wilderness experience near Herman Creek.
Herman Creek Camp
A rustic walk-in backcountry camp positioned along the Herman Creek trail system. Ideal for backpackers exploring nearby waterfalls and the Pacific Crest Trail.
Herman Creek Campground
A lush, scenic developed campground located in the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. Nestled in a dense forest canopy near the Herman Creek Trailhead, it offers rustic camping with easy access to regional trails and waterfalls.
Herman Creek Trailhead
A paved trailhead parking lot nestled in the trees near the Columbia River Gorge. Ideal for a quick overnight stay for standard-sized vehicles, though hiker traffic starts early in the morning.
Home Valley Campground
A scenic county-managed campground situated along the banks of the Columbia River. It offers wooded, shaded sites, hot showers, and flush toilets. Periodic noise from the nearby active railway line should be expected.
Island Shelter Area Dispersed
A scenic and quiet dispersed camping area located along the river in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest, situated near the rustic Island Shelter.
Island Shelter
A rustic, historic trail shelter located deep within the forest near the river.
Jackpine Road Dispersed
A quiet dispersed camping corridor along Jackpine Road within the scenic Gifford Pinchot National Forest.
Jackstraw Road Dispersed
Quiet dispersed camping corridor along Forest Road Ed-10 724 (Jackstraw Ts) within the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. The area features nice wooded scenery and easy pullouts.
Koshko Sno-Park
A large, paved asphalt parking lot located in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. During the summer and early autumn, it offers a quiet, spacious overnight parking option suitable for large motorhomes and trailers.
Kwaddis Road
Scenic dispersed camping corridor located along Kwaddis Road within Gifford Pinchot National Forest, providing easy access to wooded sites.
Lava Butte Two
Lava Butte Two is a scenic forest road corridor in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest, providing gravel-surface pullouts suitable for dispersed camping. The route is accessible for most passenger vehicles and offers convenient access to nearby attractions like the Falls Creek Lava Caves.
Lemei Rock Wilderness Hike-In Spot
A secluded hike-in backcountry camping spot nestled deep within the Gifford Pinchot National Forest near Lemei Rock.
Lewis River Horse Camp
A rustic developed horse camp located in Gifford Pinchot National Forest, offering direct access to the Quartz Creek Trail and Lewis River Trail. The facility features nine sites, each equipped with a horse highline, and includes a stock-only water trough. It accommodates passenger vehicles and equestrian trailers, operating on a first-come, first-served basis.
Lewis River Road Corridor
A scenic forest corridor along the Lewis River in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest, offering multiple dispersed pull-offs and forest service spurs. Sites provide easy access to nearby trails and waterfalls, with well-maintained gravel roads suitable for most rig sizes.
Lewis River Road Dispersed
This scenic dispersed camping corridor runs along the Lewis River in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest, providing quick access to nearby hiking trails and waterfalls. The unpaved route is typically suitable for standard passenger vehicles during the summer and autumn months.
Little Goose Campground
A quiet National Forest campground nestled in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest, offering standard developed camping with basic amenities.
Little Goose Horse Camp
A quiet, equestrian-oriented developed campground in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest offering easy access to nearby wilderness trailheads.
Lone Butte Sno-Park Road Dispersed
This gravel forest road corridor offers quiet dispersed camping options within the scenic Gifford Pinchot National Forest near Lone Butte.
Low Sale Road Dispersed
Wooded dispersed camping corridor along Low Sale Road in Gifford Pinchot National Forest, positioned near several high-country trailheads.
Lower Falls Campground
A scenic developed campground situated in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest along the pristine Lewis River. Surrounded by lush, mature evergreen forests, it provides convenient foot access to the spectacular Lower Lewis River Falls and the Lewis River Trail. The property features paved loop roads and offers standard campsites equipped with picnic tables and campfire rings.
McClellan Meadows Road Corridor
This forest corridor in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest offers peaceful dispersed camping options along Forest Road 30 and its adjacent spurs. Primarily active during the warmer months, the area provides a quiet wooded environment with easy access to regional trails.
Meadow Creek Indian Campground
A rustic developed campground in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. This area serves as a popular seasonal basecamp for exploring the surrounding Sawtooth Trailhead and berry fields.
Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument, Gifford Pinchot National Forest
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Mowich Camp
A primitive walk-in campsite located in the scenic Gifford Pinchot National Forest near Mowich Butte, ideal for hikers seeking a quiet, forested retreat.
Mowitch Road Dispersed
A peaceful dispersed camping corridor nestled in Gifford Pinchot National Forest along Mowitch Road. The native material road provides access to secluded pine settings with scenic mountains nearby.
Mt. Adams District, Gifford Pinchot National Forest
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Mt. Defiance Forest Road Dispersed
This scenic forest road corridor climbs through dense timber toward Mt. Defiance, offering secluded dispersed sites with views of the surrounding peaks.
N Lava Creek Road Dispersed
A scenic gravel road corridor within the Gifford Pinchot National Forest, providing dispersed camping opportunities. This area serves as a quiet basecamp with easy access to regional trailheads and geologic features.
N501 Big Huckleberry Dispersed
A scenic dispersed camping corridor winding through Gifford Pinchot National Forest near Big Huckleberry Mountain.
N537a S Highland
Dispersed camping corridor located within the Gifford Pinchot National Forest along N537a S Highland. The native material road surface provides easy access to secluded forested spots suitable for multiple rig types.
N604 S Prairie Dispersed Corridor
This gravel forest road corridor winds through the scenic Gifford Pinchot National Forest, offering peaceful dispersed camping opportunities. It provides easy pullouts under a dense pine canopy with standard forest access.
N628 Grouse Butte Dispersed Area
This forest corridor offers dispersed camping opportunities along a gravel road winding through the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. It provides a quiet, wooded escape close to local trailheads.
N640a N Silver Butte Dispersed
This forest corridor along Road N640a near Silver Butte offers dispersed camping in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. It features a gravel surface that is accessible to most passenger vehicles.
N68h Lk Wapiki Dispersed
A quiet gravel forest road corridor offering dispersed camping options under the dense canopy of the Gifford Pinchot National Forest.
N72m Capital Wa 3f309750
A gravel forest road corridor providing quiet pullouts for dispersed camping in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest.
N855 Switchback Road Dispersed
Scenic forest road corridor offering dispersed camping in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest, situated near multiple scenic waterfalls like Taitnapum Falls and Upper Lewis River Falls. Ideal for travelers seeking a quiet forest getaway close to water features.
New Constr Fishnest Ts
A scenic corridor in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest near Carson, Washington, offering dispersed camping. The unpaved forest road travels through dense woods, providing convenient access to nearby hiking trails and lakes.
Ninemile Creek Road Dispersed
A scenic dispersed camping corridor along Ninemile Creek within Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Features include a walk-in creekside campsite accessible via a short established trail, complete with a rustic fire ring and seating, as well as a few small gravel vehicle pullouts along the roadway.
Noble Camp
This primitive backcountry campsite is nestled along the trail network in the scenic wilderness of Mt. Hood National Forest near Wahtum Lake.
North Canyon Road Dispersed
Situated in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest near Panther Creek Falls, North Canyon and its adjacent forest spurs provide several options for dispersed camping. The gravel and crushed aggregate forest roads are well-maintained and suitable for standard passenger vehicles, offering quiet, wooded pull-offs. Standard Forest Service rules apply, making this a reliable and free option for campers exploring the Carson area.
North Lake Campsite
This primitive dispersed site sits near North Lake in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest, providing a quiet wilderness escape accessible via rough forest roads.
Ought Ts Road Dispersed
A quiet dispersed camping corridor along Ought Ts Road and its connecting spurs in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest, offering forested sites with straightforward road access.
Panther Creek Campground
This developed USFS campground is set in a lush rain forest along Panther Creek at the intersection of the Pacific Crest Trail. It offers 33 back-in sites under a dense canopy of old-growth cedars and firs, providing excellent natural shade and privacy. Facilities include vault toilets, potable water, picnic tables, and grills, with several premium sites sitting directly on the creek.
Panther Creek Road Dispersed
A scenic dispersed camping corridor situated along Panther Creek Road within the Gifford Pinchot National Forest, offering direct access to dense forest canopy and located near the picturesque Panther Creek Falls.
Panther Creek Road Dispersed
Dispersed camping corridor along Panther Creek Road in Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Standard Forest Service rules apply, providing several pull-outs in a dense, quiet forest setting.
Paradise Creek Campground
Nestled under an old-growth canopy of cedars, firs, and maples, this peaceful developed campground sits at the confluence of Paradise Creek and the Wind River. It features paved parking spurs, picnic tables, fire rings, vault toilets, and hand-pumped potable water. Its remote setting offers a serene retreat with excellent nearby fishing and hiking options. Some sites adjacent to the road may experience early morning commercial traffic noise.
Paradise Ridge Road Dispersed
Paradise Ridge Road offers scenic dispersed camping opportunities along a high forested ridge within the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. The access roads generally consist of crushed aggregate or gravel, making them suitable for standard passenger vehicles and moderate-sized RVs under dry conditions. Dispersed campsites are scattered along the corridor, offering deep woods scenery and peaceful, secluded surroundings near several local trailheads.
Paradise Ridge Road Dispersed
A scenic forest road corridor winding through the Gifford Pinchot National Forest near Timbered Peak. The area features numerous dirt pullouts and spurs ideal for peaceful, primitive dispersed camping in a dense forest setting. Access is via gravel roads that are generally suitable for passenger cars during dry summer months.
Paradise Valley Road Dispersed Area
This dispersed camping area is situated along Paradise Valley Road and adjacent forest spurs within Gifford Pinchot National Forest. It features quiet, wooded roadside pull-offs that are easily accessible via well-maintained gravel roads. The sites offer a peaceful forest setting with typical standard 14-day stay limits.
Peterson Prairie Cabin
A meticulously restored historic cabin equipped with propane appliances and a wood stove, accommodating up to six guests. It serves as a rustic retreat for forest recreation, with unique seasonal access conditions during winter months.
Peterson Prairie Campground
A quiet and shaded developed campground nestled in a thick forest of mature pine, spruce, and fir trees. Known for its spacious layout, the area is highly popular during huckleberry season and serves as an excellent base for exploring nearby natural caves.
Platinum Creek Road Dispersed
This scenic corridor along Platinum Creek Road and its forest spurs offers numerous dispersed camping sites surrounded by the dense evergreen forest of the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Located near the Lewis River Horse Camp, the area features peaceful surroundings and typical wooded privacy. The gravel roads are generally passenger-car accessible in dry conditions, making it an excellent base for exploring the volcanic landscapes and rivers of Southwest Washington.
Quartz Creek Road (FR 935) Dispersed Area
This dispersed camping corridor runs along Quartz Creek Road and nearby forest spurs within the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Nestled in dense pine and Douglas fir woods, the area is close to Quartz Creek Butte and several scenic waterfalls along the Lewis River. The aggregate and gravel roads are generally passenger-car accessible in dry conditions, though typical forest washboards and ruts should be expected.
Quartz Sale Road Dispersed
Secluded dispersed camping options situated along Quartz Sale Road within the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. This area offers quiet, forested sites with easy access to nearby trailheads and Quartz Creek Butte.
Rainy Lake Campground
This quiet, rustic campground is situated next to Rainy Lake within the Gifford Pinchot National Forest, offering primitive sites surrounded by dense forest.
Randle-Trout Lake Road Dispersed
A scenic dispersed camping corridor along Randle-Trout Lake Road in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest, offering several dirt spurs and pullouts under a dense forest canopy.
Reservoir Cliff
A quiet dispersed camping area located on a Forest Service road spur in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. The site sits on a gravel road with scenic surrounding woodlands and is accessible to passenger vehicles.
Ridge Camp
This quiet, designated Forest Service campground provides wooded sites suitable for equestrian and standard camping near Green Point Mountain.
Ridge Road Dispersed Camping
A scenic corridor of dispersed camping options along Ridge Road within Gifford Pinchot National Forest. The route offers pull-offs suitable for standard passenger vehicles and small-to-midsize rigs looking for forested seclusion.
Rock Creek Campground
A county-run campground located at the Skamania County Fairgrounds in Stevenson. It features a large open field next to Rock Cove with views of the surrounding mountains. Hookups include 30-amp outlets, with lower fees for non-electric sites. While the location provides spacious parking suitable for large rigs, typical campground facilities like restrooms or showers may be limited or unavailable, especially outside of peak seasons. A single water tap is located on-site, though its potability is unverified.
Scallop Ts Dispersed
A scenic forest corridor along the Scallop Ts road in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest, offering quiet, dispersed camping opportunities within walking distance of Miller Creek Falls.
Skamania Coves
A small, well-kept RV park offering scenic views overlooking the Columbia River just outside of Stevenson.
Smoky Creek Campground
Smoky Creek Campground is a rustic developed US Forest Service site nestled in the scenic forests of Skamania County near Lemei Trailhead.
Soda Lost Forest Road Dispersed
This quiet corridor runs through Gifford Pinchot National Forest near the Soda Peaks trailhead, offering roadside dispersed camping spots. Accessible via a graded gravel road, it provides an excellent base for hikers looking to explore the nearby wilderness areas.
South Campground
This quiet forested campground offers basic sites near the Pacific Crest Trail and Twin Buttes in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest.
South Forlorn Lakes Road Dispersed
Pine-ringed dispersed camping corridors along South Forlorn Lakes Road in Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Located near the scenic Indian Heaven Wilderness, this gravel-surface road offers peaceful, wooded pullouts.
Spencer - Quartz Road Dispersed
Scenic wooded dispersed camping corridor located along Spencer - Quartz Road and adjacent forest spurs within Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Offering easy access to shaded sites suitable for various rigs, this area provides a peaceful camping experience near Carson.
Steamboat Lake Campground
Steamboat Lake Campground is a rustic, developed campground located in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Situated near Steamboat Lake and multiple trailheads, this site offers quiet wooded camping with basic facilities.
Summit Prairie Road Dispersed
A quiet dispersed camping corridor along Summit Prairie Road within the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. The road offers several dirt pull-outs nestled among the pine trees.
Sundance Forest Road
A forested dispersed camping corridor along Sundance road in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest, providing serene gravel pullouts surrounded by deep pine woods.
Swift Forest Camp
A developed campground situated on the scenic shores of Swift Reservoir. This campground features spacious campsites, picnic tables, fire rings, and a dump station, with several sites offering direct views of the lake. It is highly accessible for all rig types and operates under a nightly fee.
Ten Mile Hole Road
Located in Gifford Pinchot National Forest near Carson, this forest road corridor offers dispersed camping options. Accessible by passenger vehicles, it provides a peaceful forest setting with seasonal access.
Ten Mile Road Dispersed
A quiet corridor of dispersed camping sites located off Ten Mile Road in Gifford Pinchot National Forest, featuring heavily wooded spurs and easy access.
Termination Meadow Road Dispersed
Dispersed camping corridor along native-material forest roads within the scenic Gifford Pinchot National Forest, situated near Lava Butte and Paradise Creek.
Termination Road Dispersed Camping
This scenic driving and camping corridor along Termination Road and its adjoining forest spurs offers quiet dispersed camping opportunities within Gifford Pinchot National Forest, characterized by dense evergreen woods and easy road access.
Three Corner Rock Backcountry Access
This hike-in location near Three Corner Rock offers remote access to backcountry trails within the Gifford Pinchot National Forest.
Tillicum / Forest Road N87 Corridor
A remote forest road corridor located in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest, offering dispersed camping opportunities on crushed aggregate and gravel surfaces. This quiet wooded corridor is accessible to most vehicle types during the snow-free season.
Tillicum Campground
A quiet developed campground situated within the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. First-hand accounts from Summer 2021 highlight peaceful campsites nested among mature timber, huckleberry, and blueberry bushes.
Timberlake Campground
A developed private campground offering full RV and trailer hookups, tent camping sites nestled in the trees, an on-site convenience store, and a central dump station.
Twin Rivers Campground
A beautiful and tranquil campground located in close proximity to the roaring Twin Falls and the river. Nestled under dense evergreen trees, it offers a peaceful wilderness experience with a few small vehicle spaces and several scenic tent sites down by the water.
Upper Cussed Holl
A quiet dispersed camping corridor situated along Forest Road Upper Cussed Holl in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. The gravel-surfaced road provides access to secluded spots nestled in dense woodland.
View Point Road Dispersed
A quiet forest corridor located along View Point Road in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest, offering dispersed camping within a short distance of scenic waterfalls and local trails.
Weather Station
Dispersed camping opportunities located along Weather Station road in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Situated in a quiet, forested setting close to hiking trails, the road is accessible by standard passenger cars.
White Bluffs Forest Road
This scenic corridor winds through the Gifford Pinchot National Forest, providing dispersed camping opportunities. Standard passenger cars can navigate the native material road during dry conditions.
Wind Mountain RV Park
A private RV park overlooking the Columbia River. The park features full hookups, hot showers, and laundry facilities, functioning as a reliable, straightforward base in the Gorge with occasional railway noise.
Wind River & Falls Creek Forest Roads
Quiet dispersed camping corridors tucked away in the lush Gifford Pinchot National Forest, situated near the scenic Wind River and within close proximity to the Falls Creek Falls Trailhead. These forest spurs offer shaded dirt turnouts with fire rings, ideal for low-profile rigs seeking a serene wilderness retreat. Access roads are gravel and dirt, with some tight turnarounds and low-hanging branches that make it less suitable for larger RVs or trailers.
Wind River Ranger Station Road Corridor
This forest road corridor near the historic Wind River Ranger Station offers convenient dispersed camping opportunities within Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Surrounded by dense Northwest forest, the sites along this gravel road provide excellent proximity to the Whistle Punk Trailhead and local picnic areas.
Wyeth Campground
A historic developed campground nestled at the base of the scenic Columbia River Gorge cliffs. Shaded by a dense canopy of tall trees, it features fully paved roads and flat parking aprons. While highly accessible and offering flush toilets, visitors should expect noticeable background noise from the nearby interstate and active railroad corridor. Advance online booking is required, as on-site cash payment facilities are no longer available.