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Dispersed Camping

South Fork Chetco

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Location

South Fork Chetco is located in Oregon

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Coordinates

42.187352272004404 N
124.13315165200802 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

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  • WiFi
    Good
  • Verizon
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  • AT&T
    Good
  • T-Mobile
    Good

Features

For Campers

  • Toilets

DISPERSED CAMPING

Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.


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Reviewed Jul. 16, 2025

A few quiet spots off the main road

There are several spots on both the main Chetco River (North Fork) and the smaller south fork that meanders into it.

There's one pit toilet near a circle of 3-4 sites on the rivers. This is pretty wild camping, no amenities, but quiet camping. Probably best to use a car or truck with a little clearance but most cars should work unless it's wet and muddy.

We saw a beaver swim up the river. We also saw a small herd of cows that rolled through. There's private land nearby so we assume they are escapees or allowed to roam.

The spot is officially called South Forks Campground and there's a sign there once you go down off the main road a bit.

SiteSouth Forks Campground
Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of South Fork Chetco by Josh R., July 16, 2025
  • Review photo of South Fork Chetco by Josh R., July 16, 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the max vehicle length at South Fork Chetco?

South Fork Chetco allows vehicles up to 30 feet.