Dispersed
Dispersed South Shore Road
Olympic National Forest · Forks, WA
Dispersed camping — confirm current rules
This is a dispersed-camping point on public land. Fire restrictions, road conditions, and access change seasonally. Verify with the managing agency before traveling.
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Official sources & verification
Managed by Dispersed/Primitive
Source of truth
- Agency source page
The page our published rules and notes are derived from.
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- Address:Forks, WA
About
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 leave
Pets
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 restrictions
Trash
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 source
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Amenities
Fire Rings
Pet Policy
Pets allowed on leash
Campground Rules
- Campfires generally permitted — verify current fire restrictions before lighting
Within ~30 miles
Trails near Dispersed South Shore Road
Trail
Maple Glade Nature Trail
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0.5 mi95 ftgain
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Trail
Kestner Homestead Trail
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1.3 mi177 ftgain
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Trail
Lower Pete's Creek Trail
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2.9 mi617 ftgain
Moderate
Trail
Pete's Creek Trail to Colonel Bob Peak Trail
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8.8 mi4,094 ftgain
Expert
Trail
Ikeny Lake Trail to Big Creek Trail
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12.7 mi4,859 ftgain
Expert
Trail
Irely Lake Trail
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2.2 mi558 ftgain
Moderate
Hunt context
Hunting unit around this campground
During hunting seasons, wear blaze orange and check regulations — see the Washington hunting page
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