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Top Dispersed Camping near St. Helens, OR

Searching for the perfect place to dispersed camp near St. Helens? Dispersed camping means that no facilities or amenities are provided, so that you can truly disconnect and get back to nature. Whether you're looking for a quiet location in the trees or wide open spaces, The Dyrt makes it easy to find the perfect dispersed campsite.

Best Dispersed Camping Sites Near St. Helens, OR (22)

    Camper-submitted photo from Beaver Falls Trailhead - Overnight
    Camper-submitted photo from Beaver Falls Trailhead - Overnight
    Camper-submitted photo from Beaver Falls Trailhead - Overnight
    Camper-submitted photo from Beaver Falls Trailhead - Overnight
    Camper-submitted photo from Beaver Falls Trailhead - Overnight
    Camper-submitted photo from Beaver Falls Trailhead - Overnight
    Camper-submitted photo from Mount St. Helens Dispersed Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Mount St. Helens Dispersed Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Mount St. Helens Dispersed Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Mount St. Helens Dispersed Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Mount St. Helens Dispersed Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Mount St. Helens Dispersed Camping

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    Mount St. Helens Dispersed Camping

    9 Reviews
    25 Photos
    587 Saves
    Cougar, Washington

    Forest Road 83 provides access to Mt St Helens campgrounds. There are dispersed sites along this road for camping, and the area provides access to Climber's Bivouac, Ape Cave, and Lava Canyon.

    Camping near Mt St Helens is open from Memorial Day until snow blocks the roads. Food, lodging, gas, and other services are available in nearby communities.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Tents
    • Dispersed
    • Alcohol
    Camper-submitted photo from Tillamook State Forest Dispersed Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Tillamook State Forest Dispersed Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Tillamook State Forest Dispersed Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Tillamook State Forest Dispersed Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Tillamook State Forest Dispersed Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Tillamook State Forest Dispersed Camping

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    Tillamook State Forest Dispersed Camping

    8 Reviews
    31 Photos
    431 Saves
    Tillamook State Forest, Oregon

    Dispersed camping is allowed in Oregon State Forests year round. There are no fee or permit requirements. Campers are required to adhere to ODF regulations regarding placement of campsites, campfires, sanitation, and stay limits. Campfires and charcoal barbeques are not allowed in dispersed campsites during the Regulated Use portion of fire season. There are no maps for dispersed campsites.​​

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Tents
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    • Dispersed
    • Alcohol
    Camper-submitted photo from Tillamook Forest Dispersed - Shots and Pecks
    Camper-submitted photo from Tillamook Forest Dispersed - Shots and Pecks
    Camper-submitted photo from Tillamook Forest Dispersed - Shots and Pecks
    Camper-submitted photo from Tillamook Forest Dispersed - Shots and Pecks
    Camper-submitted photo from Tillamook Forest Dispersed - Shots and Pecks

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    Tillamook Forest Dispersed - Shots and Pecks

    2 Reviews
    5 Photos
    76 Saves
    Timber, Oregon

    Dispersed camping is allowed in Oregon State Forests year round. There are no fee or permit requirements. Campers are required to adhere to ODF regulations regarding placement of campsites, campfires, sanitation, and stay limits. Campfires and charcoal barbeques are not allowed in dispersed campsites during the Regulated Use portion of fire season. There are no maps for dispersed campsites.​​

    On the Clatsop and Tillamook state forests, developed recreation sites (campgrounds, trails, and OHV facilities) are functioning normally and operating within established seasons. Most trails and designated dispersed camping areas remain open year-round, while developed campgrounds are generally open from mid-May through September. Please check in the table below for the most up-to-date statuses of recreation facilities.

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    • Phone Service
    • Dispersed
    • Alcohol
    Camper-submitted photo from Gifford Pinchot National Forest Dispersed Site
    Camper-submitted photo from Gifford Pinchot National Forest Dispersed Site
    Camper-submitted photo from Gifford Pinchot National Forest Dispersed Site
    Camper-submitted photo from Gifford Pinchot National Forest Dispersed Site
    Camper-submitted photo from Gifford Pinchot National Forest Dispersed Site
    Camper-submitted photo from Gifford Pinchot National Forest Dispersed Site
    Camper-submitted photo from Pumice Butte- Dispersed Campsite
    Camper-submitted photo from Pumice Butte- Dispersed Campsite
    Camper-submitted photo from Pumice Butte- Dispersed Campsite
    Camper-submitted photo from Pumice Butte- Dispersed Campsite
    Camper-submitted photo from Pumice Butte- Dispersed Campsite
    Camper-submitted photo from Pumice Butte- Dispersed Campsite
    Camper-submitted photo from Gifford Pinchot National Forest-Canyon Creek Dispersed Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Gifford Pinchot National Forest-Canyon Creek Dispersed Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Gifford Pinchot National Forest-Canyon Creek Dispersed Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Gifford Pinchot National Forest-Canyon Creek Dispersed Camping

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    Gifford Pinchot National Forest-Canyon Creek Dispersed Camping

    1 Review
    4 Photos
    87 Saves
    Cougar, Washington

    This small, lightly used campground is tucked into dense forest adjacent to Canyon Creek. Eight campsites are available for tent camping only.

    Nine small campsites. Smaller RVs can camp here. There is a newer, accessible vault toilet. Each site has a table and fire ring. The campground is sort of hidden away in the dense forest. Canyon Creek is nearby. If pulling a trailer, it is best to leave it at a pullout on the 54 road and find the campground first. There is no chance to turn around if the entrance is missed.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Dispersed
    • Picnic Table
    • Firewood Available
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      Camper-submitted photo from Snag Creek Trailhead Dispersed
      Camper-submitted photo from Snag Creek Trailhead Dispersed
      Camper-submitted photo from Snag Creek Trailhead Dispersed
      Camper-submitted photo from Snag Creek Trailhead Dispersed
      Camper-submitted photo from Snag Creek Trailhead Dispersed
      Camper-submitted photo from Snag Creek Trailhead Dispersed
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