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Best Dispersed Camping near Beaverton, OR

73 Reviews

Dispersed camping options near Beaverton, Oregon include several primitive sites within Tillamook State Forest, approximately 40 miles west. This area features a network of forest service roads with numerous free camping spots accessible to those with appropriate vehicles. Tillamook State Forest Dispersed Camping provides secluded sites with varying levels of accessibility. South Lake offers a more established dispersed camping experience with vault toilets and fishing opportunities. Several campers note that Tillamook Forest has "a massive network of forest service roads with spots to set up your own quiet camp away from all the dirt bikes and RVs."

Most dispersed sites in this region require high-clearance vehicles, with many roads consisting of narrow, potholed gravel surfaces. Four-wheel drive is strongly recommended, particularly after rain. According to reviews, "Diamond Mill Road is a tight logging road with a steep danger zone cliff on the edge." Forest roads frequently serve active logging operations; encountering logging trucks is common, especially in early morning hours. Cell service is extremely limited or nonexistent throughout most areas, necessitating offline maps and emergency preparation.

These primitive sites typically lack amenities such as drinking water, toilets, or trash service. Campers must pack out all waste and bring sufficient water. Fire regulations vary seasonally; always check current fire restrictions before departure. Weekends experience higher visitation, particularly during summer months. Weekday visits offer greater solitude. The area supports both tent and limited RV camping, though larger rigs are not recommended on most forest roads. Visitors should be prepared for typical Pacific Northwest weather conditions, including sudden rain even during summer months.

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Best Dispersed Sites Near Beaverton, Oregon (22)

    1. Gee Creek Rest Area I-5

    1 Review
    Ridgefield, WA
    23 miles

    2. Tillamook State Forest Dispersed Camping

    15 Reviews
    Tillamook State Forest, OR
    38 miles
    Website
    +1 (503) 357-2191

    "Accessible through the Jones Creek campground turn off, continue up the forest roads past the OHV staging area and you’re in paradise!"

    "My mistake, these coordinates took us to the top of the mountain. It is currently an active logging area, so the truckers are out at 3am. The road up was a very narrow road."

    3. South Lake

    16 Reviews
    Beaver, OR
    49 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 750-7000

    "South Lake is fairly small, I consider it more of a pond to be honest, but a great place for disperse camping. The quickest drive in is a bit sketchy."

    "Do not drive here if you can't drive on the edge of a cliff on gravel roads. it's bumpy and definitely not for the faint of heart. other than that, it's a great site with nice pullouts and camping for"

    4. Little Soda Springs Rd Dispersed

    14 Reviews
    Carson, WA
    48 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 891-5000

    "It looks like there might be two walk-in campsites as well and I believe there might be one if you walk across the Creek. It's very close to trapper Creek trailhead and there is a vault toilet there."

    "Spent a quiet weekend at Little Soda Springs Rd Dispersed and loved it. The area is peaceful with a nice mix of forest and open space—felt super remote with hardly anyone else around."

    5. Tillamook Forest Dispersed - Shots and Pecks

    2 Reviews
    Timber, OR
    32 miles
    Website
    +1 (503) 842-2545

    6. Gifford Pinchot National Forest-Canyon Creek Dispersed Camping

    8 Reviews
    Cougar, WA
    42 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 891-5000

    "Found in typical condition. Please pick up after yourself. Many sites out here. Camped on a week day. One other camper out here. No traffic on road. Like others said road getting in sucks."

    "Road got a little bumpy getting out here but once we found a spot right near the riverbank, you felt like you were deep in it. Saw a few people on the way out."

    7. Beaver Falls Trailhead - Overnight

    8 Reviews
    Clatskanie, OR
    46 miles

    "Definitely best for car camping as the spots down by the river were pretty wet and muddy this time of year. The waterfall is amazing and only a 15 minute hike down!"

    "The river is a walk down a very steep hill behind the pullout. No place to pitch a tent, best for car camping."

    8. Snag Creek Trailhead Dispersed

    6 Reviews
    Stevenson, WA
    42 miles
    Website

    "I wanted to add videos of the river sites to my other review for this site, but the website wouldn't let me - anyway, the hike has 3 river sites about 1 mile in from the trailhead and they are beautiful"

    "We wanted a beginner backpacking trip (10 to 12 miles round trip) close to town - this one is a pretty hike with views at the end (theoretically, we saw fog)."

    9. Trask River Campsites

    3 Reviews
    Tillamook, OR
    39 miles

    "River access and a fire pit. Dirt bike parking adjacent but pretty private."

    "There are 3 easy to find campsites, very easy to find and access. 2 or 3 miles before the gravel road was a commercial campground with a store and very friendly folks inside."

    10. Alder Flat

    4 Reviews
    Mt. Hood National Forest, OR
    46 miles
    Website
    +1 (503) 630-8700

    "This gorgeous trail and dispersed camp is so unrecognizable from the 2021 fires that there is no turn off. May we remember it’s memories!"

    "Dispersal camping all year."

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  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 8, 2022

    Tillamook State Forest Dispersed Camping

    Perfect for Overland and off-road vehicle camping

    Accessible through the Jones Creek campground turn off, continue up the forest roads past the OHV staging area and you’re in paradise! Gorgeous spots all over that are accessible in most 4WD/off-road capable vehicles. There is a massive network of forest service roads many with spots to set up your own quiet camp away from all the dirt bikes and RVs. No facilities obviously but that’s what makes this place special. It’s incredibly quiet and peaceful and a gorgeous piece of the PNW coastal area.

  • bThe Dyrt PRO User
    May. 28, 2025

    Tillamook State Forest Dispersed Camping

    GPS takes you to the top!

    My mistake, these coordinates took us to the top of the mountain. It is currently an active logging area, so the truckers are out at 3am. The road up was a very narrow road. So careful if there’s other cars coming through, especially the logging semis.

    Nonetheless a cool spot. Dry camping. Please clean up after yourselves.

  • Robert D.
    Jul. 14, 2022

    South Lake

    A rough and very narrow road to get here.

    We took a ride from Hebo up road 14 or 1400 to South Lake. The trip took over 1 hour down a partly paved road with lots of pot holes then the rest of the way down a very narrow pot hole dirt road to South Lake. Along the way we passed Hebo Lake Campground that had many tent camp sites. Once we arrived at South Lake we found the lake to be somewhat small and there were a few tent sites somewhat close together. We had been told this lake was always stocked with Trout. We suggest only using a 4x4 or a high clearance vehicle to make this trip.

  • Vanessa T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 18, 2025

    Gifford Pinchot National Forest-Canyon Creek Dispersed Camping

    You may get lost

    The coordinates here were incorrect coming from Hood River Oregon. It sent me down a rough dead end forest service road. I ended up lost on the mountain for 3 hours and finally made it out somewhere near camas. Make sure you have lots of fuel

  • Gerard R.
    Jul. 24, 2020

    South Lake

    Quiet Lake

    South Lake is fairly small, I consider it more of a pond to be honest, but a great place for disperse camping. The quickest drive in is a bit sketchy. I recommend taking a slight slower route to avoid scratches on your vehicle from branches. We checked out a few dispersed sites before we picked our spot. We managed to get a spot that was a 1 minute walk to the water, and about the same to the vaulted toilets. The vaulted toilet is on the NW side of the lake. It must’ve been checked often for toilet paper because we were there for 4 nights and it always had some in there.

    We caught trout every day we were there. Most are small but was fun nonetheless. There is an old boat without a motor tied up for anyone to use. Only had one ore that was half broke but it still managed to get us across the water 🤷🏻‍♂️. We found a decent amount of firewood, just have to make sure it’s try if course. It’s all hidden below the ferns/greenery. No picnic tables or metal fire rings but who needs them? Plenty of rocks for a fire pit were already set up. Plenty of shade. Only downside was precious campers leaving toilet paper near the trees when you are literally a minute or less walk to the vaulted toilet.

  • Vanessa T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 11, 2025

    Little Soda Springs Rd Dispersed

    Amazing spot!

    Absolutely loved the spot. There were about three sites. I believe from what I saw. I stayed at the first site when you first get there back there on the right hand side. It's a short hike down to the creek. It looks like there might be two walk-in campsites as well and I believe there might be one if you walk across the Creek. It's very close to trapper Creek trailhead and there is a vault toilet there. Minimal bugs didn't get any bug bites and it was in the '90s while I was there. Very little traffic. Not far from the highway just in case of emergencies. Absolutely no cell service. You must have a Northwest Forest pass or America the beautiful pass. Forest service does drive through there frequently to check

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 4, 2023

    Beaver Falls Trailhead - Overnight

    Amazing Hike!!

    This place was beautiful!! Definitely best for car camping as the spots down by the river were pretty wet and muddy this time of year. The waterfall is amazing and only a 15 minute hike down! The only reason this place got lower than a 5 star is because of all the trash near the parking lot. Too beautiful of a place to be used as a dump!! Definitely used as a party spot but aside from this it’s worth the visit!

  • Johny B.
    Jun. 19, 2025

    Little Soda Springs Rd Dispersed

    Peaceful and Scenic Getaway

    Spent a quiet weekend at Little Soda Springs Rd Dispersed and loved it. The area is peaceful with a nice mix of forest and open space—felt super remote with hardly anyone else around. We found a great shady spot not far from a small creek, and it was perfect for relaxing. Heads up: there’s absolutely no cell service, so make sure to download any maps or trail guides(we used an offline hiking APK) before you get there. It’s close to Mount St. Helens and Columbia River Gorge, so we got in a great day hike. Nights were cool, days were warm and bug-free. Forest service came by once, which was nice to see. You’ll need a Forest Pass.

  • Haroon A.
    Jul. 26, 2025

    Little Soda Springs Rd Dispersed

    Little Soda Springs Rd: Washington's Wild Camping Haven

    I love how Vanessa mentioned the creek access from that first campsite! As someone who's been searching for dispersed camping spots with water features, this feels like such a gem. The fact that Forest Service regularly patrols is actually reassuring rather than intrusive- I've been to some dispersed sites that felt a bit too"wild west" if you know what I mean. I've been using offline hiking apps for my trips in the Gifford Pinchot, but I hadn't considered Little Soda Springs until now. That tip about downloading maps beforehand due to no cell service is crucial- learned that lesson the hard way last summer near Mt. Adams! Anyone know if the creek is suitable for filtering drinking water, or should I pack in all I need?

Guide to Beaverton

Discover the beauty of dispersed camping near Beaverton, Oregon, where nature lovers can find serene spots away from the crowds. With a variety of locations offering unique experiences, you'll be able to enjoy the great outdoors in peace.

Scenic Overlook Dispersed Camp near Foley Creek for dispersed campers

  • This spot provides stunning views and is easily accessible via a drive-in route, making it perfect for those looking to enjoy nature without a long trek. Check it out at Scenic Overlook Dispersed Camp near Foley Creek.
  • Located off a fire road, it offers a quiet retreat where you can park and relax while soaking in the surrounding landscape.
  • The area is free to camp, allowing you to enjoy a budget-friendly getaway while still experiencing the beauty of the Oregon wilderness.

Tips for free and dispersed camping near Beaverton, Oregon

  • When visiting Tillamook State Forest Dispersed Camping, be prepared for limited amenities; bring your own water and supplies to ensure a comfortable stay.
  • Arrive early to secure a good spot, especially on weekends, as these areas can get busy with fellow campers looking to escape the city.
  • Always practice Leave No Trace principles to keep these beautiful locations pristine for future visitors.

Dispersed campers should check out Trask River Campsites

  • The Trask River Campsites offer river access and a fire pit, making it an ideal location for a cozy evening by the water.
  • This area is known for its privacy, allowing you to enjoy a peaceful camping experience while still being close to nature.
  • With no permit required and plenty of space for tents and RVs, it’s a great choice for spontaneous trips into the wild.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Beaverton, Oregon?

For free dispersed camping near Beaverton, head to Tillamook State Forest Dispersed Camping, which offers numerous spots accessible via forest roads past the Jones Creek campground and OHV staging area. These sites are best reached with 4WD or off-road capable vehicles. Another option is South Lake, located off Road 14/1400 from Hebo. While the drive involves navigating potholed roads (partly paved, partly dirt), it provides secluded dispersed camping opportunities around a small lake. Both areas offer true forest immersion without fees, though they require some effort to access. Plan to pack everything you'll need, including water, and follow Leave No Trace principles.

What amenities are available at dispersed camping sites near Beaverton?

Dispersed camping sites near Beaverton are typically primitive with minimal to no amenities. At Little Soda Springs Rd Dispersed, you'll find basic sites with natural features like creek access but no formal facilities. The area offers peace and seclusion with Forest Service patrols providing some oversight. Similarly, Beaver Falls Trailhead - Overnight offers beautiful surroundings with access to a waterfall (15-minute hike), but lacks developed amenities. Most dispersed sites in the region feature natural clearings for tents or vehicles and sometimes established fire rings. Prepare to be fully self-sufficient with your own water, sanitation solutions, and trash removal. Cell service is typically limited or non-existent in these remote areas.

Do I need permits for overnight dispersed camping in the Beaverton area?

Permit requirements for dispersed camping near Beaverton vary by location. In Pioneer Bridle Trail Camp off Hwy 26 near Government Camp, no specific permits are needed for overnight stays, though standard forest regulations apply. For many areas in Gifford Pinchot National Forest, you'll need a Northwest Forest Pass for parking at trailheads, but no additional camping permits. Most national forest dispersed camping allows stays up to 14 days in a 30-day period. During fire season (typically June-September), campfire restrictions may apply, sometimes requiring fire permits. Always check with the local ranger district before your trip, as regulations can change seasonally. Some areas may implement temporary closures or restrictions due to environmental concerns or wildlife protection.

Can I park an RV at free dispersed camping sites near Beaverton?

RV access at dispersed camping sites near Beaverton varies significantly based on road conditions and site layouts. Trask River Campsites can accommodate smaller RVs on their drive-in sites, though forest roads may be challenging for larger rigs. At Hebo Road locations, accessibility depends on your RV's clearance and maneuverability, as many access roads feature potholes, narrow passages, and tight turns. Most dispersed sites lack designated parking pads, hookups, or dump stations. Smaller trailers and camper vans generally have more options than large motorhomes or fifth wheels. Before attempting access with any RV, consider scouting the route first in a passenger vehicle. Road conditions worsen significantly during and after rain, potentially making extraction difficult without 4WD.

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