Free Camping Collection
Dispersed Camping
Dispersed South Shore Road
Dispersed South Shore Road is located in the Olympic National Forest, WA, featuring forested terrain with a mix of trees and underbrush. Temperatures in the area range from 30°F in winter to 70°F in summer. Nearby attractions include Lake Quinault and the Quinault Rainforest, offering opportunities for hiking and exploring nature.
Description
USDA Forest Service
Olympic National Forest
Dispersed camping is the term used for camping outside of a developed campground. If you enjoy selecting your own campsite, providing your own amenities, creating your own experience, and camping for FREE, then dispersed camping is for you!
Campsite
Choose a campsite screened from roads and trails, and at least 200 feet from water Use a campsite that’s already been established, if possible. If you choose a new site, return the site to its natural condition when you leave Pets
Your animal friends are welcome to accompany you on your dispersed camping adventure! Fires
Only burn wood that is already dead and down Always make sure your fire is DEAD OUT and cold to the touch before you leave it Campfires are allowed below 3,500 feet when not otherwise prohibited by fire restrictions Trash
Store your food & trash properly to keep bears and other wildlife out of your camp Whatever you pack in, PACK IT OUT! Human Waste
Bury your poo & paper at least 6” deep and at least 200 feet away from any water source
Location
Dispersed South Shore Road is located in Washington
Coordinates
47.528179950117504 N
123.74426070010787 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Stay Connected
- WiFiUnknown
- VerizonGood
- AT&TAvailable
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Firewood Available
- Showers
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
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.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
We curate permit requirements across the US for our PRO members. Try PRO to see if Dispersed South Shore Road needs a permit.
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 4 min from Olympia
- 2 hrs 50 min from Bremerton
- 2 hrs 59 min from Seattle
- 3 hrs 53 min from Mount Vernon
