Accessible via Forest Road 2419, Hilltop Camp sits at elevation within Olympic National Forest, where dispersed sites are first-come, first-served and priced on a variable fee schedule. The road to the top is bumpy and pocked with potholes, and multiple reviewers recommend at least AWD, especially in winter or early spring when the camp sits near the snow line. No water is available on-site, so campers need to arrive self-sufficient.
The site itself is notably level and spacious by dispersed standards, with open sightlines toward the surrounding mountains and valleys. Light pollution is minimal. Cell coverage depends on your carrier: Cricket users have reported solid signal, while Verizon coverage is inconsistent. A creek pull-off site lower on the road provides an alternative if the hilltop position is taken, though the upper spot fills fast on weekends.
Nearby dispersed options cluster along the same forest road corridor. Olympic NF Dispersed off NF 2419 — Lake Cushman View sits roughly a quarter mile northeast, and NF-2419 Dispersed Site is about half a mile southwest, giving campers fallback choices if Hilltop is occupied. Campfires and pets are permitted, and alcohol is allowed.
"No light pollution or car sounds at night," notes Amber G. This spot makes sense for self-contained campers who want elevation, open views, and genuine separation from road noise, provided they come prepared for cold nights and a rough drive in.
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Map & DirectionsHilltop Camp on Forest Road 2419 is located in Washington near Lilliwaup
Coordinates
47.5079917 N
123.2196082 W
Connectivity
T-MobileLTEGood CoverageVerified by 13 usersLast on 7/30/26
VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 7/30/26
AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 7/30/26
Connectivity
- T-MobileLTEGood CoverageVerified by 13 usersLast on 7/30/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 7/30/26
- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 7/30/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Phone Service
- 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.
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Drive Time
- 1 hr 28 min from Olympia, WA
- 1 hr 38 min from Bremerton, WA
- 2 hrs 23 min from Seattle, WA
- 3 hrs 17 min from Mount Vernon, WA
