Dispersed Camping
Hwy 101 - Near South Beach Campground
About
National Park Service
Olympic National Forest
Camping vehicle seen through the trees
Dispersed camping is the term used for camping outside of a developed campground. If you enjoy selecting your own campsite, providing your own amenities, creating your own experience, and camping for FREE, then dispersed camping is for you!
Campsite
Choose a campsite screened from roads and trails, and at least 200 feet from water
Use a campsite that’s already been established, if possible.
If you choose a new site, return the site to its natural condition when you leavePets
Your animal friends are welcome to accompany you on your dispersed camping adventure!Fires
Only burn wood that is already dead and down
Always make sure your fire is DEAD OUT and cold to the touch before you leave it
Campfires are allowed below 3,500 feet when not otherwise prohibited by fire restrictionsTrash
Store your food & trash properly to keep bears and other wildlife out of your camp
Whatever you pack in, PACK IT OUT!Human Waste
Bury your poo & paper at least 6” deep and at least 200 feet away from any water sourceReservation Info
Your dispersed campsite must be at least ¼ mile away from any developed recreation site Camping is limited to 14 consecutive days within any 30-day period Fireworks are always prohibited on National Forest System lands
Location
Hwy 101 - Near South Beach Campground is located in Washington
Coordinates
47.56886073861575 N
124.35894012854004 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Stay Connected
- WiFiUnknown
- VerizonUnknown
- AT&TUnknown
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Phone Service
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Big Rig Friendly