Doolittle Butte

Definitely off the beaten path. Expect about an extra 25–30 minutes off I-5 to get here, but that remoteness is part of the appeal.

We used this as an overnight stop during a trip from California to Seattle and ended up really enjoying it. The road near the top seems best suited for 4x4 vehicles. It becomes very gravelly with loose rocks, potholes, and some sharper cliffside sections. In dry conditions, though, most vehicles could probably make it up slowly and carefully. After rain or snow, I could see it becoming muddy and much more difficult. Vans would likely still be okay, and tree overhang was not an issue for us.

At the end of the road there’s a very obvious turnaround area with enough flat space for multiple vehicles to camp comfortably. The view is decent, though partially blocked by trees. There are private land signs posted along parts of the drive, so just be mindful where you stop. The spot itself feels tucked away, quiet, and secluded, with additional hidden areas between the trees if you want more privacy.

Midday solar exposure was actually great here, and Starlink worked almost perfectly for us. The only thing really lacking was water access, so come prepared.

My favorite part was the silence. There was almost no wind when we stayed, and it was so quiet my ears were ringing. That’s exactly what I look for in an overnight spot. Slept fantastic here.