Best Dispersed Camping near Carlsborg, WA

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Best Dispersed Sites Near Carlsborg, WA (24)

    Camper-submitted photo from Dispersed Camping NF 2918 — Olympic National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Dispersed Camping NF 2918 — Olympic National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Dispersed Camping NF 2918 — Olympic National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Dispersed Camping NF 2918 — Olympic National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Dispersed Camping NF 2918 — Olympic National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Dispersed Camping NF 2918 — Olympic National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Angeles — Olympic National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Angeles — Olympic National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Angeles — Olympic National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Angeles — Olympic National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Angeles — Olympic National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Angeles — Olympic National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Forest Road 2918 Dispersed Site

    3. Forest Road 2918 Dispersed Site

    4 Reviews
    2 Photos
    134 Saves
    Joyce, Washington

    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

    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    Camper-submitted photo from Hope Island Marine State Park - Skagit County
    Camper-submitted photo from Hope Island Marine State Park - Skagit County
    Camper-submitted photo from Hope Island Marine State Park - Skagit County
    Camper-submitted photo from Hope Island Marine State Park - Skagit County
    Camper-submitted photo from Hope Island Marine State Park - Skagit County
    Camper-submitted photo from Hope Island Marine State Park - Skagit County

    4. Hope Island Marine State Park - Skagit County

    3 Reviews
    16 Photos
    69 Saves
    La Conner, Washington

    A quick paddle or boat ride will get you to Hope Island State Park between La Conner and Whidbey Island on Skagit Bay. Once on the island, quiet hikes through forest and wildland meadows will charm you and relieve your stress.

    Boaters know this park as a great place to tie up and take in the sunset or sunrise, but many come ashore and pitch a tent at one of Hope Island's primitive campsites.

    Whether you arrive on a luxury boat, by the power of your arms and shoulders, or anything in between, you'll feel far from your daily routine and deserving of this island time.

    PARK FEATURES Hope Island Marine State Park is a 181-acre marine park with six campsites, two mooring buoys, lovely beaches and a trail across the island. Most of the island is a nature preserve, and visitors are asked to stay on established trails and in designated campsites.

    The park offers six primitive campsites on the north shore bay. The pay station is near the eastern campsite. A vault toilet is in the woods 100-feet south of the campsites. The rest of the island is a Natural Area Preserve, off limits to recreational use. Standard primitive campsite rules apply.The overnight parking fee is in effect at Cornet Bay boat launch.

    Check-in time is 2:30 p.m. Check-out time is 1 p.m.

    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Picnic Table
    • Alcohol
    Camper-submitted photo from FS-2918 Dispersed Site
    Camper-submitted photo from FS-2918 Dispersed Site
    Camper-submitted photo from FS-2918 Dispersed Site
    Camper-submitted photo from FS-2918 Dispersed Site
    Camper-submitted photo from FS-2918 Dispersed Site
    Camper-submitted photo from FS-2918 Dispersed Site

    5. FS-2918 Dispersed Site

    4 Reviews
    9 Photos
    149 Saves
    Joyce, Washington

    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

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Dispersed
    Camper-submitted photo from NF-2419 Dispersed Site
    Camper-submitted photo from NF-2419 Dispersed Site
    Camper-submitted photo from NF-2419 Dispersed Site
    Camper-submitted photo from NF-2419 Dispersed Site
    Camper-submitted photo from NF-2419 Dispersed Site
    Camper-submitted photo from NF-2419 Dispersed Site

    6. NF-2419 Dispersed Site

    4 Reviews
    20 Photos
    160 Saves
    Lilliwaup, Washington

    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

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • ADA Access
    • Tents
    • Group
    Camper-submitted photo from Hilltop Camp on Forest Road 2419
    Camper-submitted photo from Hilltop Camp on Forest Road 2419
    Camper-submitted photo from Hilltop Camp on Forest Road 2419
    Camper-submitted photo from Hilltop Camp on Forest Road 2419
    Camper-submitted photo from Cardlin Run — Olympic National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Cardlin Run — Olympic National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Cardlin Run — Olympic National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Cardlin Run — Olympic National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Cardlin Run — Olympic National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Large Pull Out (Dispersed) on FR 24
    Camper-submitted photo from Large Pull Out (Dispersed) on FR 24
    Camper-submitted photo from Large Pull Out (Dispersed) on FR 24
    Camper-submitted photo from Large Pull Out (Dispersed) on FR 24
    Camper-submitted photo from Large Pull Out (Dispersed) on FR 24

    9. Large Pull Out (Dispersed) on FR 24

    2 Reviews
    8 Photos
    56 Saves
    Lilliwaup, Washington

    Dispersed camping is allowed along Forest Service roads in WA as long as there is adequate space to park off the roadway safely and not on any vegetation.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    Camper-submitted photo from Forest Service Road 29 Dispersed Camping Loop
    Camper-submitted photo from Forest Service Road 29 Dispersed Camping Loop
    Camper-submitted photo from Forest Service Road 29 Dispersed Camping Loop
    Camper-submitted photo from Forest Service Road 29 Dispersed Camping Loop

    10. Forest Service Road 29 Dispersed Camping Loop

    4 Reviews
    4 Photos
    95 Saves
    Beaver, Washington

    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!

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Group
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Recent Dispersed Reviews in Carlsborg

50 Reviews of 24 Carlsborg Campgrounds


  • bThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from NF-2419 Dispersed Site
    Oct. 5, 2024

    NF-2419 Dispersed Site

    Nice free boondocking between Port Angeles and Forks

    Not a bad find that doesn't require any permit of any kind which was great! Would stay here again I pitched a tent which was nice and found a spot right by the river.

  • GThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Forest Service Road 29 Dispersed Camping Loop
    Sep. 3, 2024

    Forest Service Road 29 Dispersed Camping Loop

    Good for buses and coaches

    We just spent the last three nights across the street from this location. There are a few spots for large RVs at this loop, but if it's full, you can go about 100 yards past this loop and across the street to this location (48.0512793, -124.1110441) and there's a lot of room in a large gravel area that is perfect for buses and coaches. We were about to settle for a muddy spot in this loop but luckily we scouted ahead with the toad and found the area across the street. Not as wooded and pretty as the loop area but plenty of level space still available.

  • GThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from FS-2918 Dispersed Site
    Aug. 31, 2024

    FS-2918 Dispersed Site

    Looks nice but NOT for big RVs

    I usually only stay at the places identified as "Big Rig Friendly" but I gave this location a shot since a review said there were buses that found a spot... we tried it in our 40ft Class A and got pretty jammed up down a narrow road, trying to follow the directions in the comment. Disconnected the toad and ran around trying to find anything that would work but there was nothing for our size. I do not recommend trying if you're in a large Class A.

  • Amber R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from FS-2918 Dispersed Site
    Aug. 19, 2024

    FS-2918 Dispersed Site

    Several spots, paved road

    The road keeps going and there are many pull offs and forks. Right on the other side of the national park road. Found a spot right by the river.

  • Tee C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Forest Service Road 29 Dispersed Camping Loop
    Aug. 8, 2024

    Forest Service Road 29 Dispersed Camping Loop

    Great options in the woods

    • 4 bars LTE with Verizon
    • several gravel roads with large open spots for decent solar/Starlink access
    • quiet, secluded
    • not super busy (2 other vans at the road I went down, but plenty of space for our campsites)
    • very pretty, quiet, mossy forest
    • a bit buggy, but not the worst
    • easy to find level spots
  • Danielle S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from FS-2292 Dispersed
    Jul. 27, 2024

    FS-2292 Dispersed

    Epic views

    Very far off the beaten path, every time I camp here I don’t run into anyone. You’re camping on the Ridgeline so it can be a bit windy. East of the campsite there is a walking trail that takes you to an overlook, perfect for watching the sunrise.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from NF-2419 Dispersed Site
    Jun. 29, 2024

    NF-2419 Dispersed Site

    It’s was ok

    NF-2419 is a very busy road at all hours. 2 or 3 cars drive by all day and all through the night. As far as we could find there aren’t many spots that are more secluded they are mostly just turn outs.

  • Evan H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Dispersed Camping NF 2918 — Olympic National Park
    Jun. 28, 2024

    Dispersed Camping NF 2918 — Olympic National Park

    Good Spot for a Night

    Couldn’t get a spot at Fairholme so I opted for this location. I only saw 2 small areas you could back in with fire pits. One closer to the 101, and one further back before you cross the bridge. Spots are muddy so I’d be cautious in regular non AWD/4WD vehicles. Secluded enough, but with easy access to the freeway just a 5 min drive down the road. There are plenty of other pullouts off the road that would suit someone just looking for a spot to sleep for the night, or van folks who are fully contained.

    My only gripe, PACK OUT YOUR TRASH. Saw numerous bags, tissues, etc. stretching down the road and one of the fire pits at the sites had toilet paper all over it. Seriously? Pack it out or dig a cat hole at least.

  • Jason C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from NF-2419 Dispersed Site
    Jun. 22, 2024

    NF-2419 Dispersed Site

    NF-2419

    Great avenue to get out into nature with various streams crossing the path of the service road. Truly magical place. It is frequented by others so low privacy unless you camp away from the vehicle path. Grateful a place like this exists.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Dispersed South Shore Road
    Jun. 10, 2024

    Dispersed South Shore Road

    Quilaut River-South Shore Road

    Several campsites along the gravel road, we found the perfect secluded spot next to the Quinault River. Drove right into the hidden alcove in our stealth camper van.

  • raelea R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Forest Service 2918
    May. 18, 2024

    Forest Service 2918

    questionable

    the pull offs on either side of the road have cement barriers with “no camping” and “private” spray painted onto them. fire pits are just beyond the barriers.

  • KThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Hilltop Camp on Forest Road 2419
    Mar. 27, 2024

    Hilltop Camp on Forest Road 2419

    The view!!!!!

    Fantastic secluded spot at the top of the mtn with amazing views! First night we camped next to the creek pull off site and the second night we scored the top of the mountain. Please be aware it’s at the snow line and very cold in March! Cell phone service for Cricket was great. Not so much for Verizon!

  • Nick The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Dispersed Camping NF 2918 — Olympic National Park
    Mar. 26, 2024

    Dispersed Camping NF 2918 — Olympic National Park

    Tree farm RV spot

    First we must note that the exact coordinates for this spot are actually NOT usable according to spray paint on boulders there that say “no camping - private”. This whole road is paved which is really nice. We found a spot just a few hundred feet off the main road that looked like an entrance/exit for logging trucks. But as it was after hours it wasn’t a problem to park there. It was level and had some gravel on it.

  • KThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Large Pull Out (Dispersed) on FR 24
    Mar. 2, 2024

    Large Pull Out (Dispersed) on FR 24

    Good spot for a night

    Not the most private spot if vehicles were to pass. the road looks like it’s used but no one around when we arrived. the road itself is a gorgeous drive and since it’s free it’s worth it!

  • Christian M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Hoh River Dispersed Camping
    Oct. 3, 2023

    Hoh River Dispersed Camping

    Great quick spot with a river view and mountain.

    Went tent camping there on Sep 30 into Oct. 1. Had a spot right next to the river with a fire pit. Logs provided just down the road for $5. My 03 Honda Accord made it there just fine, might have to be smart with sedans as there was an interesting spot where you could scrape the underside of your car. Not really any people if you get there early.

  • Austin R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Forest Road 2918 Dispersed Site
    Sep. 4, 2023

    Forest Road 2918 Dispersed Site

    Lots of sites, spotty service

    Overall a pretty good spot, there are plenty of spaces for any size (I pull an 18 ft tear drop with my truck). I ended up staying in a spot further up next to a burned up trailer which wasn’t ideal but it had a nice fire spot next to the river. The internet was very spotty but was most likely due to the smoke, but was ultimately the reason I left (I work from the road). It did get busier on the weekend so if you want more options I’d suggest Sunday - Wednesday. As others have mentioned, there is a big open area with a few spots and then a fork in the road, dirt path takes you all the way up the mountain and the paved road takes you to more sites. Pretty close to popular hikes/places

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from FS-2918 Dispersed Site
    Aug. 18, 2023

    FS-2918 Dispersed Site

    Several large spaces

    Traveled up the service road until I found a large 3 way fork in the road. To the immediate right there was a rough uphill road, no good for a trailer. Straight was a nice road with a few spots if you’re in a single car or tent. 1/4 mile up, take a right and there is a massive gravel open area where 2 people were parked with bus sized rigs. I didn’t check out the fork to the left. But there is a large campsite hard left of this intersection that I stayed in. Nice atv trails with more tent sites down in the trees.

  • Trevor M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from NF-2419 Dispersed Site
    Jun. 19, 2023

    NF-2419 Dispersed Site

    Forest Road camping

    Had a blast coming up the mountain with the family , found a few great spots that we pinned for later that are unmarked with fire rings. Not many other campers' sites are well dispersed . Got to feed 3 Bluejays by hand with my oldest one of our new favorite memories. Definitely recommend going , we saw people driving various types of vehicles so most will make it up. My 2011 Ford Flex made it up no problem . Bring in water and plenty of fire wood. Happy camping!

  • Rachel K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from NF-2510 Dispersed Site - CLOSED
    Jun. 9, 2023

    NF-2510 Dispersed Site - CLOSED

    Beautiful views- Use EXTREME CAUTION when on this road

    I love this area and come out here frequently, many rivers and creeks with camping spots right next to them. The people camping are always super kind, secluded, but not too far from each other and always willing to help. DRIVE VERY CAREFULLY, LOTS OF POT HOLES AND DOWNED DEBRIS IN ROAD - STEEP DROP OFFS AND TIGHT TURNS The road goes from ground level up and around the mountain, so be cautious of time of year traveling as I have gotten stuck in the snow up at higher elevations trying to get back down to the other side. This is an area that they do regenerative forest work so big open areas from clear cuts give an amazing view of the hills and mountains.

  • NThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from FS-2918 Dispersed Site
    May. 17, 2023

    FS-2918 Dispersed Site

    Easy spot for a large rig or a big group.

    This area is down a paved fire road. The campsite is a couple miles down and directly before the road splits into two. You'll see a fire safety sign. Very quiet night, only had two vehicles pass by the entire time I was there.

    There is one area that is a large flat clearing with gravel and a firepit, and would be great if you have a big group, as it could accommodate a lot of campers. I didn't park there because there was some large puddles and mud at the entrance and I didn't want to get stuck. You could probably manage without 4x4 (I recently got stuck a month ago, and didnt want to risk it). I parked just outside the camp area on the pavement, this area would be great for an RV or Trailer because it's paved and has a fire ring. You could also go back into the woods for tent camping. I followed a few trails and saw some spots, but some of the areas were drowned or muddy.

    No services. Pack in, pack out. Verizon service was slow.

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Upper Hoh Rd Dispersed Camping
    May. 1, 2023

    Upper Hoh Rd Dispersed Camping

    Great spot by the river

    This is a killer camp site, we parked a 25 foot travel trailer here with a lot of room to spare. The bluff it very steep into the river so watch how close you get to the edge. As a note, it is NOT on the national forest. It’s on the nature conservancy land. The best googling I can do says it’s legal to camp here. Just FYI.



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  • Which is the most popular dispersed campsite near Carlsborg, WA?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dispersed campground near Carlsborg, WA is Dispersed Camping NF 2918 — Olympic National Park with a 4.8-star rating from 13 reviews.

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