Best Dispersed Camping near Lafayette, OR

Recent Dispersed Reviews in Lafayette

42 Reviews of 17 Lafayette Campgrounds

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  Mayre J.

  Guide

  

  Oct. 1, 2024

  Tillamook State Forest Dispersed Camping

  Not ideal spot and challenging road

  Diamond Milld rd is a tight logging rd with a kinda steep danger zone cliff on this edge. If you get to spot (the coordinates on dyrt arent exact but close) you will see basically the only part of the rd with a pull aside areai prob for two vans or cars. Its a nice view but kinda creepy if alone IMO. The dispersed camping for this St Forest applies to tenters mainly being 1 mile away from a paid campground. But for just car and van camp youd have to chance it at day area or drive way in to the forest down a rd.

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  Mayre J.

  Guide

  

  Oct. 1, 2024

  Siuslaw National Forest Dispersed Camping

  Fee Area but close to other Siuslaw areas

  This is a fee area. Have to look really hard this far north in Siuslaw to find a Frst Rd. Just go to Mt Hebo or back to Tili St Forest. Other that most of this north shore OR coast is tough. If anyone has coordinates for their spot Im sure its a valuable share but maybe a keepee.

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  Ansley P.

  Traveler

  

  Sep. 5, 2024

  Tillamook State Forest Dispersed Camping

  Unreal Experience

  Tillamook Forest has so many amazing dispersed camping opportunities! We turned onto Ben Smith road and then took logging trails up the peaks. We found a perfect spot that looked like we were on the edge of a cliff but was actually still very safe for our toddler. No cell service, so we just unplugged for 3 nights and enjoyed the time together. We could see the northern lights the first night we were there, and it was absolutely incredible. We had a lot of privacy. One hunter walked by, I assume he was using the nearby trail. We heard some ATVs over the days, but it wasn't disruptive. Totally recommend it, and we'll definitely be back.

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  Rachael B.

  Scout

  

  Sep. 3, 2024

  South Lake

  Road blocked, but still great!

  We camped where the road was blocked and it was great. Saw a cougar as we were leaving, though! Luckily we were all in the car, so cool to see, but be aware!

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  Hannah G.

  Scout

  

  Aug. 21, 2024

  South Lake

  Non existent

  The road was blocked off so there was no way to access this site.

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  Astrid R.

  Scout

  

  Aug. 13, 2024

  Derrick Road Dispersed Camping Area

  Derrick road dispersed camping

  This is an old campground no longer maintained. First of all, there is nothing but several feet of sand in a big lot. There is only a small section that is not sand. Don’t go past that. You will get stuck. Luckily we did not. There are huge sand dunes so tons of ATVs. The sand is disgustingly dirty from trash and feces. The ATV’ers are relentless. It’s quiet on a Monday night…

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  Craig R.

  Scout

  

  Jul. 4, 2024

  Dispersed Camping Near Pioneer-Indian Trail in Siuslaw National Forest

  Amazing secluded mountain view

  We didn’t actually stay here because it was already taken. But I wanted to create this view just to add additional context on how to find it.

  There’s a pretty decent sized gravel turnout… It’s the only big gravel turn out like this on this part of the road … you’ll see what looks like a logging road with a steep decline. It looks a little intimidating, but you go down that road and it curves around in a sea shape for about a half a mile and ends in the big open area where you can camp.

  If you’re telling something, I’d recommend walking the road to check to see if anybody is down there before you go down because it’s the only place you’d be able to turn around with your trailer.

  Wish we were able to actually stay in this spot. Really big open flat area for either your travel trailer or a small group with tents. Amazing view very secluded feeling. Maybe next time!

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  Kayleen S.

  Scout

  

  Jun. 28, 2024

  Tillamook State Forest Dispersed Camping

  Love being able to find free campsites I live in a schoolbus so it’s hard to find paces I can stay overnight without being harassed

  Lovely! Would recommend

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  Reed G.

  Traveler

  

  Jun. 17, 2024

  Hebo Road

  It was okay

  Lots of trash, long drive, and sort of busy. Multiple sites available as you go up. Pretty spot though.

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  Reed G.

  Traveler

  

  Jun. 17, 2024

  Trask River Campsites

  Pretty and clean

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

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  Kyle B.

  Traveler

  

  Apr. 15, 2024

  Tillamook State Forest Dispersed Camping

  Nice Spot

  The Cedar Creek Rd area offers a nice variety of dispersed camping sites with some good views if you drive far enough, and fairly easy gravel roads for access. However, the signage could use improvement, making it a bit tricky to find your way around. Heard some OHV noise at night, and target shooting in the distance at sunrise. Be aware that Verizon cell service is nonexistent in the area. Not a bad place to stay, but you’re likely to run into others also looking for some nature.

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  Russel M.

  Scout

  

  Mar. 16, 2024

  Road Turn Out Dispersed

  Rosd turn out on way to South Lake

  Great views, easy drive, AWD car would have been able to make it. The road to South lake was gated off so we used this turn out, there are many along the road. A slight drive on the forest access road leads to the top of the hill. Plenty of dead standing wood for fires.

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  Logan K.

  Traveler

  

  Mar. 10, 2024

  Tillamook Forest Dispersed - Shots and Pecks

  Snowed out

  Went up at the end of the snow season and I couldn't quite make it. My 4wd rav only has road tires and I eventually got to a point I wasn't able to make it. My brothers 2022 Outback did completely fine but regardless we had to turn back. I plan to revisit the site here in about two(ish) weeks. The area surrounding the site is trafficked regularly by the looks of it, lots of people coming out shooting, HOWEVER the area is patrolled very heavily by Sheriff Department. I was told by a guy more akin to the area that the spot is a pretty normal spot for locals and that some better areas are farther up.

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  Samantha D.

  Traveler

  

  Nov. 2, 2023

  Tillamook State Forest Dispersed Camping

  Peak Camping

  This place is dreamy, lots of different routes to camp spots, we found an isolated area with a small opened peak overlooking the forest which was amazing. You can hear the highway in the distance (quietly) and occasional aircraft but it was overall peaceful. It is quite a steep incline so be cautious, I would not recommend with snow or sleet, but we definitely want to go back to explore the other routes! There is absolutely no cell service, if you have a hot spot I would recommend it, but once you enter the forest there is poor service.

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  Emily D.

  Traveler

  

  Sep. 30, 2023

  Tillamook State Forest Dispersed Camping

  Solitude above the clouds

  Beautiful drive and even more beautiful spot. Middle o nowhere and not another camper around. There were some cars going up to a higher rod but I was happy with my spot and followed the google map directions. Perfect disconnect for a couple days.

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  Ray L.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 29, 2023

  Derrick Road Dispersed Camping Area

  Really great cheap spot

  Only reason it’s not 5 stars is the bathrooms are absolutely foul. Other than that it’s a really great quite, cheap spot that has a huge sand dune right next to it.

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  Sam S.

  Scout

  

  Jul. 16, 2023

  Tillamook State Forest Dispersed Camping

  Stunning Views

  Plenty of spots to choose from; we found a small mountaintop spot with amazing 360 degree views. Lots of road noise because this a popular place for 4-wheeling and dirt bikes, though everyone was respectful of our space and we had no issues. Absolutely no cell service but we had a strong internet connection with our starlink. Plenty of solar power as well. Gravel road up was long and steep so we did have to pull over for a short while to let our bus cool down. We drive a 2wd, dually, school bus conversion and had no issues accessing the roads; though the road becomes loose and rocky the further you go. Great place to spend the week, but not much to do unless you have a dirt bike or ATV.

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  madie

  Scout

  

  Jul. 9, 2023

  Siuslaw National Forest Dispersed Camping

  Coordinates go to a no access area

  The directions/coordinates are for 10min outside pacific city. It is now a private entrance/driveway with no access to go through to the dispersed coordinates! And the locals said a lot of the forest is closed off due to logging in that area. Defiantly follow the rangers review about the devils churn/thors well spot. The directions from Dyrt was about an hour or so away from his instructions ! We weren’t able to find a spot and ended up leaving the area

  entirely.

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  Eric R.

  Scout

  

  Jun. 26, 2023

  Tillamook State Forest Dispersed Camping

  Awesome

  Unreal. Sunrise was one of best I’ve ever seen, especially with the clouds below. Easy to find spots, but lots of vehicle noise bc the roads are used for dirt bikes

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  Casey B.

  Guide

  

  May. 7, 2023

  Tillamook State Forest Dispersed Camping

  Absolutely beautiful

  For being about an hour outside of Portland, this place is magical. If you're into disbursed camping, you have to give this place a visit

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  Amy & Stu B.

  Legend

  

  Oct. 10, 2022

  Tillamook State Forest Dispersed Camping

  Beautiful spot—tons of off road noises and activity

  Loved this spot. Gorgeous, lots of unique sites. Only downside is incredibly loud atv and dirt bike activity.

  These sites are beautiful and really meant for tent camping—but you can park an rv in most of the spots.

  There is a vault toilet closer to site 14 but no hookups.

  OHV vehicles are incredibly loud and ran throughout the weekend— but I have a feeling it’s very quiet on the week days.

  Gorgeous—lovely area, no real amenities or ATT/ Verizon service.

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  Devin F.

  Traveler

  

  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.

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  Eric G.

  Legend

  

  Sep. 6, 2022

  Siuslaw National Forest Dispersed Camping

  Road and campsite nice

  The day that I got there they just graded the road and cleared a large parking area for road work equipment. Was a holiday weekend so they didn’t mind me camping there. Very quiet. Will be a large area that can hold 10 or more campers. No cell service.

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  Derek D.

  Scout

  

  Aug. 14, 2022

  South Lake

  Overall good experience

  Aside from the few kids that decided to start shooting guns in the camp site. It’s a nice little place to escape the hustle and bustle of life.

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  michael K.

  Traveler

  

  Aug. 8, 2022

  South Lake

  Beautiful Site but..

  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 car campers, vans, etc... I was fortunate and I have a black series off road trailer behind a 4runner, and we were fine. I would not recommend a trailer for this location. great for tents and the lake is ok, not too appealing to us, though.

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  Josie M.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 28, 2022

  Dispersed Camping Near Pioneer-Indian Trail in Siuslaw National Forest

  Quiet Secluded

  Headed to this spot we saw hebo lake campground and got very discouraged, but we drove on and eventually saw absolutely no-one! We didnt pass a single car the rest of the way. We missed the turn off originally but saw empty spot from the road after driving on a few minutes. It's very pineconey and pebbley driving in but the road is super super short! There is plenty of turn around room at the end too! People definitely come pretty regularly as the bullet casings are everywhere, someone left a target practice sheet, as well as cigarettes butts and white claw cans. Besides that we didnt see anyone the entire trip! Beautiful quiet paradise!

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  Robert D.

  Legend

  

  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.