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Dispersed Camping

Hwy 101 - Near South Beach Campground

Description

National Park Service

Olympic National Forest

Camping vehicle seen through the trees

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

Reservation Info

Your dispersed campsite must be at least ¼ mile away from any developed recreation site Camping is limited to 14 consecutive days within any 30-day period Fireworks are always prohibited on National Forest System lands

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Location

Hwy 101 - Near South Beach Campground is located in Washington

Detail location of campground

Coordinates

47.56886073861575 N
124.35894012854004 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site

Stay Connected

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

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Dispersed

Features

For Campers

  • Phone Service
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Big Rig Friendly

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

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4 Reviews

Reviewed Oct. 12, 2024

No campsites

Drove about 1 mile down the road and it was closed off. A couple of pull offs that were super muddy so didn’t bother. South Beach Campground just down the road is also closed.

Month of VisitOctober
Reviewed Aug. 21, 2024

Watch where you are.

The coordinates for this location takes you into a road that is within the National Park. There is “No free camping” in the national park. Across the road you’ll find the South Beach Camping. This is a FCFS open campground provided by NPS. It’s $20/night or $10/night if you have a reciprocal pass.
There’s toilets and a great ocean view and beach access. If you choose to park down the access road, you could potentially be ticketed. I did choose to stay 1 night at the campground. Pretty crowded by RV’s but was okay for a single night.

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Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of Hwy 101 - Near South Beach Campground by Tyler C., August 21, 2024
  • Review photo of Hwy 101 - Near South Beach Campground by Tyler C., August 21, 2024
  • Review photo of Hwy 101 - Near South Beach Campground by Tyler C., August 21, 2024
Reviewed Jun. 17, 2024

Oceanview campground

The view of the ocean is beautiful. It’s first come first serve with vault toilets. Love the view and short walk to the beach. People are very friendly.

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Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Hwy 101 - Near South Beach Campground by Mimi N., June 17, 2024
  • Review photo of Hwy 101 - Near South Beach Campground by Mimi N., June 17, 2024
  • Review photo of Hwy 101 - Near South Beach Campground by Mimi N., June 17, 2024
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Reviewed Mar. 28, 2024

Quick & Easy Private Camping spot

We drove in about ½ a mile and decided to turn around and go back to the first spot we saw. It’s close to Hwy 101 but we were not able to hear any road noise. We love dry camping. We have a 2023 class C 30 foot motorhome. We were able to easily turn it around by doing a three or four point turn on the road in a section where it widened.

Month of VisitMarch
  • Review photo of Hwy 101 - Near South Beach Campground by Nick , March 28, 2024
  • Review photo of Hwy 101 - Near South Beach Campground by Nick , March 28, 2024
  • Review photo of Hwy 101 - Near South Beach Campground by Nick , March 28, 2024

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the max vehicle length at Hwy 101 - Near South Beach Campground?

    Hwy 101 - Near South Beach Campground allows vehicles up to 45 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Hwy 101 - Near South Beach Campground?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Hwy 101 - Near South Beach Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Hwy 101 - Near South Beach Campground have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Hwy 101 - Near South Beach Campground does not have wifi.