FS-2292 Dispersed

Sitting along a ridgeline in Olympic National Forest, FS-2292 Dispersed requires navigating a rough road to reach, though reviewers report that a standard SUV handles it without trouble. The site is free, drive-in accessible, and managed by the US Forest Service as dispersed camping, meaning no designated pads or hookups. Campers who make the drive find themselves well above the surrounding forest, with open sightlines that extend across the landscape. Expect wind. The ridgeline position means gusts are common, and one December visitor woke to light snow on the roof.

Traffic here is minimal. One camper counted only six vehicles passing over an entire day, and another heard roughly one car in a full day and night. East of the campsite, a walking trail leads to an overlook that faces the sunrise. Bugs are present in summer, so pack accordingly. Cell signal is listed as available, though at least one reviewer noted no signal during their stay, so treat that as unreliable.

Nearby, Forest Road 2350 Dispersed — Olympic NF sits 3 miles to the southeast, and Olympic NF Dispersed off Forest Road 2270 lies 3.2 miles northwest for campers building out a multi-night itinerary in the area. Those wanting to survey dispersed camping outside Olympic National Forest will find several comparable options spread across the surrounding forest roads.

"You're camping on the Ridgeline so it can be a bit windy," wrote Danielle S., who also noted the east-facing overlook trail. This site makes the most sense for self-sufficient campers comfortable with rough road access, variable weather, and no guaranteed amenities.