Best Dispersed Camping near Alvadore, OR

Dispersed camping areas surrounding Alvadore, Oregon include several free options on public land managed by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and Siuslaw National Forest. Primitive sites can be found at Hult Pond Recreation Area near Blachly, approximately 25 miles west of Alvadore, where free camping is permitted in designated areas around the pond and along adjacent logging roads. Additional dispersed camping is available along Kentucky Falls Road on BLM land, Forest Road 51 near Beaver Creek, and at pull-off sites along Forest Road 55. These areas typically lack developed facilities but provide access to natural settings for off-grid camping experiences.

Access roads to many dispersed sites require careful navigation, with several unpaved sections that may become challenging during wet weather. Most sites around Hult Pond have minimal clearance between trees, making them better suited for tents and smaller vehicles rather than large RVs. According to campground data, amenities are limited - sites generally permit campfires when seasonal restrictions aren't in place, but lack drinking water, hookups, or sanitary facilities. Toilet facilities exist at Hult Pond near the entrance area, but campers at other locations should be prepared to pack out waste. The standard 14-day camping limit applies on most public lands in this region, though specific regulations may vary by site.

The camping experience varies significantly across these dispersed areas. Hult Pond offers waterfront sites where fishing is popular, though reviews indicate mixed experiences with site quality. Cell service is extremely limited or nonexistent in most locations, making these areas ideal for those seeking to disconnect. Privacy levels differ based on specific sites, with some offering secluded settings while others experience higher weekend traffic. "No cell service at all. Popular spot for locals, but there are some really cool spots if you get there early," noted one camper about Hult Pond. Another visitor to Kentucky Falls Road described it as "Quiet and if you walk a little over through a trail you'll get an amazing view of the sunset." Wildlife sightings are common, particularly waterfowl at pond sites, though visitors should prepare for significant insect activity during warmer months.

Best Dispersed Sites Near Alvadore, Oregon (13)

    1. Hult Pond

    20 Reviews
    Blachly, OR
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 683-6600

    "There are only a few flat spots for RVs but quite a few decent spots for tent camping next to the pond. The west side of the pond has at least 2 spots that are a good distance away from the others."

    "Nice pond to camp near, several campsites to choose from and trails to explore"

    2. BLM Kentucky Falls Road

    5 Reviews
    Walton, OR
    25 miles

    "Nice pull off dispersed place to camp. Some sketchy people around but availability to get away from people up the road"

    "Good camp location, easy to find. Paved most of the way up."

    4. Forest Road 51 near Beaver Creek

    16 Reviews
    Seal Rock, OR
    45 miles

    "There is almost nowhere to stay in the Newport/Oregon Coast areas, so this spot was a life saver! After you hit the dirt road, there are a few good but smaller pull off spots and a few bigger ones."

    "The marked coordinates are a little overgrown, but there's a good tent spot a couple hundred feet beforehand. Pretty chilly evening, but it was definitely secluded and peaceful"

    6. Blue River Reservoir Roadside Camping

    12 Reviews
    Blue River, OR
    49 miles

    "The coordinates take you to right by the reservoir with one or two spots but if you keep going down the road into the National Forest/Recreation area, (not in towards the reservoir— that road is rough,"

    "The marker on the map is where the information kiosk is. If you follow the road to the right of the reservoir there are some developed campsites/boat launches with a fee (and composting toilets)."

    7. Doolittle Butte

    2 Reviews
    Cottage Grove, OR
    35 miles

    "Very remote. Climb an easy dirt road back a few miles. A few deep potholes but nothing too technical."

    8. Suislaw National Forest Dispersed Camping

    5 Reviews
    Yachats, OR
    40 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 750-7000

    "I drove back in a few miles and camped along the road, in some old growth forest. It was dark, and I mean truly dark in there when you shut off your lights off, and silent as a tomb."

    "Excellent spot up 2 steep inclines. Some of the most beautiful views. Good fire ring. Do not attempt if wet."

    9. Near Fawn Creek Campground (BLM)

    2 Reviews
    Scottsburg, OR
    37 miles

    "My visit near Fawn Creek Campground in Oregon was a refreshing experience, surrounded by dense forests and rolling hills."

    10. Quartzville Recreation Corridor

    6 Reviews
    Cascadia, OR
    50 miles
    Website

    "Such as August most times there are NO Camp Fires! Be prepare for fire danger, have axe, shovel and 5-gal of water, you will be the first to stop it and report it."

    "I love the dispersed camping. The sites are open, so good for solar, but do get windy. I have camped at the quarry a few times with my friends that have a camp trailer."

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  • Hannah M.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 19, 2019

    Blue River Reservoir Roadside Camping

    Free camping beside the reservoir

    Free dispersed roadside camping beside the reservoir. There’s some nice sites off blue river reservoir road and across the dam. Nice lake and a vault toilet with a dumpster in the day use section. Nice basic free spot!

  • L
    Dec. 31, 2018

    Quartzville Recreation Corridor

    Rugged boondocking

    Beautiful recitation area... Mostly roadside limited facilities and or services but beautiful area.. large mountain lake tucked into beautiful mountain valleys ...windy narrow road a couple state campgrounds and day use areas... limited places to turn around... But well worth the adventure!

  • j
    Apr. 29, 2021

    Hult Pond

    The wrong sort of nostalgia

    Our weekend at Hult Pond was unforgettable. I know because I have tried.

    Disbursed camp sights sprawl along this man made log pond and nightmarish horror movie set along a footpath seamingly designed to dump its evening travelers into the muck that is Hult Pond. Jagged old logs poke out of the stagnant water as a reminder that someone used to get paid to spend the day here.

     If this doesn’t sound like the most picturesque of settings I would direct you to the strange log loading equipment rusting just on the forbidden side of a gated barbed wire fence. Upon closer inspection you see what must be tetanus’s way of luring barefoot boys and girls into a summer of drooling lockjaw.

    The access road is a still functioning rock quarry road that hosts a never ending parade of old rattling dump trucks and loaders. Nothing says ,”getting away from the hustle and bustle”  quite like a convoy barrelling down a narrow road spilling basketball sized boulders before returning bouncing back up  empty and clearly attempting to meet a quota.

    The whole thing gave me an uneasy sense of nostalgia. Reminding me of the days we would gather by the dozens with red solo cups full of Hams. We would drink ourselves into a vomiting delirium in a parking lot off some old logging road. We would wake up with profanities drawn on our faces as punishment for succumbing to alcohol poisoning sooner than at least one of our classmates. 

    In fact I believe that’s exactly what the 58 kids in the campsite right next to ours we’re doing each night of our trip.

    The girls  learned all sorts of colorful language and I believed, based on the way my ten year old son  was drooling that the tetanus had succeeded. I was not relieved to discover on our final morning, him wreaking of cheap beer and cigarettes and moaning how horrible he felt while proffering his undying love to a high school girl named Tiffany. 

    Not recommended.

  • lauren C.
    Jun. 20, 2021

    Blue River Reservoir Roadside Camping

    Magic River, Magic Forest

    The coordinates take you to right by the reservoir with one or two spots but if you keep going down the road into the National Forest/Recreation area, (not in towards the reservoir— that road is rough,) there are plenty of spots off the road to camp at. We found a spot to put our tent (right off the road) but still a safe distance away from it and was able to watch and hear this clear blue river while we fell asleep.

  • Connie H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 15, 2025

    Hult Pond

    Decent for an Overnight Stay

    We found a great spot here for an overnight stay. Such a nice view to wake up to! There is no water available here. There are bathrooms available, but we didn’t need to utilize them. No fires allowed. There are no trash cans or dumpsters… this is a pack in, pack out area, so be prepared to take your trash with you! There was quite a bit of trash around and even some needles (be careful) down in a spot we chose not to use… and I did walk around our area and pick up a bunch of trash left by others. We did hear some vehicles driving by throughout the night, and around 4:30 AM someone was walking out around our truck and camper shining a light, causing our dog to bark, which I’m assuming scared them off, because when we got up and went out, we didn’t see anyone.. not sure what that was all about, but I’m glad I wasn’t alone!

  • EThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 17, 2023

    Hult Pond

    Secluded Pond Great for a Quick stay

    Great spot for a quick stay. There are only a few flat spots for RVs but quite a few decent spots for tent camping next to the pond. The west side of the pond has at least 2 spots that are a good distance away from the others. At the moment, no fires or barbecues allowed but propane stoves and lanterns are fine. Look for Bandits blue squeaky disk! We lost it and never found it.

  • Anna P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 2, 2025

    Forest Road 51 near Beaver Creek

    Peaceful, limited spots

    Nice area up a narrow forest road. When you get to the top of the road it Ts with another forest road, where there was a pull off that would fit one or two cars/vans. Turn left (where the GPS coordinates indicate) and there are three more sites, two are a few minutes down this other road. Turn right and there is one more spot. A few other very small pull offs. Very quiet, lovely views of the sky at sunset. The Beaver Creek park at the bottom of the forest road has a pit toilet and picnic tables for day use.

  • James S.
    Feb. 21, 2025

    Near Fawn Creek Campground (BLM)

    A Peaceful Escape Near Fawn Creek Campground

    My visit near Fawn Creek Campground in Oregon was a refreshing experience, surrounded by dense forests and rolling hills. The campground offers a quiet retreat with well-maintained facilities, making it a great spot for nature lovers. With temperatures ranging from 30°F in winter to 80°F in summer, it’s a beautiful destination year-round. Nearby attractions like Siuslaw National Forest and the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area provide plenty of opportunities for hiking and exploration. For families with kids, keeping them entertained is easy whether it’s exploring the outdoors or enjoying Toca Boca games, a fun and creative way for kids to play and imagine. Overall, this area is a perfect blend of relaxation and adventure, making it a great choice for a weekend getaway!

  • Michelle H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 13, 2025

    Blue River Reservoir Roadside Camping

    Dispersed camp sites in NF

    The marker on the map is where the information kiosk is. If you follow the road to the right of the reservoir there are some developed campsites/boat launches with a fee (and composting toilets). Keep driving. This area is freshly burned, but there are still very treed dispersed sites past the more developed ones. Pass the sign for Mona campground but before the bridge and signs that warn about falling rocks. On the left side there are five dispersed sites along the river. There is a small marker "180" at the entry to the turnoff. Beautiful and quiet. Minimal trash that we cleaned up, steep routes to the river. We were there early March, no snow.


Guide to Alvadore

Dispersed camping near Alvadore, Oregon spans approximately 25-50 miles from the town center, with most sites sitting at elevations between 800-1,600 feet. The area receives moderate rainfall even during summer months, making road conditions variable throughout camping seasons. Most primitive sites remain accessible from April through October when seasonal fire restrictions aren't in place.

What to do

Fishing opportunities: At Hult Pond Recreation Area, visitors can catch largemouth bass from shore or non-motorized watercraft. "The fishing was pretty decent caught three largemouth bass," reported one camper who stayed just up the creek from the main pond.

Kayaking options: Paddle on several small bodies of water in the region, particularly at Hult Pond where motorized boats aren't permitted. "The pond was great for kayaking and there is plenty to explore if you aren't worried about a little elevation in your hike," noted one visitor who camped during spring break.

Stargazing sessions: Limited light pollution creates exceptional night sky viewing at higher elevation sites. At Doolittle Butte, "Beautiful views of stars on a clear night. Very remote. Climb an easy dirt road back a few miles. A few deep potholes but nothing too technical."

What campers like

Wildlife encounters: The forests and waterways support diverse wildlife viewing opportunities throughout the dispersed camping areas. "I had no issues with Tweakers wasn't harassed by anybody or anything like that. All the people we ran into very nice very courteous and we ended up camping just up the creek a little bit," shared a visitor to Hult Pond.

Seasonal solitude: Spring and fall weekdays offer the quietest camping periods in the Alvadore region. One camper at Forest Road 51 noted, "I went during my spring break and I was lucky that it was too cold for most people to camp there. It was beautiful and quiet (other than the 9pm daily goose choir)."

Sunset vistas: Several elevated sites provide memorable sunset viewing. A camper at BLM Kentucky Falls Road commented, "Great spot! Quiet and if you walk a little over through a trail you'll get an amazing view of the sunset."

What you should know

Cell coverage limitations: Most dispersed sites have minimal to no service. A Hult Pond visitor warned, "We lost cell service about an hour before we even got there, and didn't have any the whole time there. There are some really cool spots that were taken. Would come again, but there's no cell service at all so I'd plan accordingly."

Site availability patterns: Arrive Thursday or early Friday for weekend camping as popular sites fill quickly. At Suislaw National Forest, "It's a small road through the forest with a few pull off spots along the way. Nothing particularly interesting here, just trees. Can be difficult to find a spot without having to drive pretty far into the forest."

Road condition considerations: Many access routes require vehicles with adequate clearance. "Road is a bit overgrown in spots but if you go past the first 2 spots through the bushes last spot on the right is most private and spacious," advised one Forest Road 51 camper.

Fire restriction awareness: Check current fire status before arriving as bans frequently affect dispersed sites during summer and fall. Many campers note that restrictions can change quickly during dry periods.

Tips for camping with families

Site selection strategy: Choose locations with flat terrain away from steep dropoffs or water hazards. One visitor to Forest Road 51 shared, "We found a spot at the end of the road that opened up a little bit more than other sites. There were others around here and not a huge amount of site options, so be weary of spaces filling up."

Nature activities: Pack field guides for salamander spotting and frog catching at pond-adjacent sites. "My kids had a blast catching salamanders & scorpions (small non-lethal kind)," reported one parent camping at Blue River Reservoir.

Water safety precautions: Bring life vests for children if camping near water bodies as shorelines can be slippery and water levels variable. "Closest Market we found was in Vida, about 18 miles away off of 126 going West," noted a Blue River camper, highlighting the importance of bringing all necessary supplies.

Tips from RVers

Size limitations: Most dispersed sites accommodate smaller trailers and camper vans rather than large Class A motorhomes. "Narrow and unpaved road. Very narrow, My trailer could barely fit through and there was only a three-way intersection inside to make a U-turn, otherwise my trailer wouldn't be able to get out!" warned an RVer who attempted Forest Road 51.

Leveling requirements: Bring extra leveling blocks as most primitive sites sit on uneven ground. "We have a 38 foot rv. We got stuck in a ditch. Rv almost tipped over trying to u turn… if you go down the main lower path you will find a area big enough to u turn! Dont do it until then!" cautioned a Hult Pond visitor.

Turn-around planning: Scout ahead for adequate turning space before committing to narrow forest roads. RVers consistently mention the importance of knowing your vehicle's turning radius before venturing down unmarked roads in this area.

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