Best Dispersed Camping near Marblemount, WA

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    1. NF Dispersed Camping

    6 Reviews
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    461 Saves
    Marblemount, Washington

    Has a fire ring made of stones.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Lower Sandy Dispersed Camp
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    2. Lower Sandy Dispersed Camp

    4 Reviews
    11 Photos
    363 Saves
    Concrete, Washington

    Dispersed camping is the term used for camping in the National Forest OUTSIDE of a designated campground. Typically, it refers to roadside car camping, but also refers to backpacking in undeveloped sites. Dispersed camping means there are no services like trash removal, and amenities such as toilets, tables and fire pits, are not usually available.

    It is your responsibility to plan ahead and learn the extra skills necessary for dispersed camping. Camping rules and regulations apply to make your experience safe, and to keep the natural resources scenic and unspoiled for other campers.

    Dispersed camping along Forest Service roads is allowed where there is adequate space to safely park completely off the roadway and not on any vegetation. Whether car camping or backpacking, choose an existing campsite on bare or compacted soil. Unless signed as an area where a fee is required, dispersed camping is free. Dispersed camping is prohibited in developed campgrounds and areas posted closed or no camping. Some designated Wilderness areas have additional restrictions. For the best information on dispersed camping opportunities and local restrictions, please contact the nearest ranger district office.

    Rules for Dispersed Camping These rules apply to car camping and backpacking

    You may camp in a dispersed area in an individual Ranger District for up to 14 days within a 30-day period. After 14 days, you must move to another Ranger District or off the National Forest until the 30 days has elapsed. Do not blaze new roads to campsites, create new campsites, clear ground, cut or harm vegetation or construct a trail. Do not drive beyond constructed physical barriers, such as berms or gates.
    Do not drive through streams or wetlands to access a camp. If campfires are legal in your location and you choose to have a campfire, pick a site with an existing fire pit. Do not create new fire pits. Make sure your campfire is always attended and is dead out and cold to the touch before you leave your site. Fires may be restricted or banned based on the fire danger rating. Follow Leave No Trace principles and come prepared to “Pack it in. Pack it out.” Pack all trash home. Dispose of human waste in a sanitary manner. In high use locations, areas above tree line and snow-covered areas it is not possible to bury human waste in a sanitary manner. It will need to be packed out and disposed of at home using a wag bag, blue bag, portable toilet or another Leave No Trace approved method.
    Do not block roads or gates. Keep food and scented items secure from wildlife by keeping a clean camp and store items in your vehicle or use a wildlife resistant storage canister. Failure to follow regulations can lead to legal consequences. Additional Forest rules and links to report crimes can be found on our Law Enforcement page.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Baker Lake Road Dispersed Campsite
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    4. Mountain Loop Hway Dispersed Camp

    3 Reviews
    13 Photos
    113 Saves
    Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest, Washington

    What is Dispersed Camping? Dispersed camping is the term used for camping in the National Forest OUTSIDE of a designated campground. Typically, it refers to roadside car camping, but also refers to backpacking in undeveloped sites. Dispersed camping means there are no services like trash removal, and amenities such as toilets, tables and fire pits, are not usually available.

    It is your responsibility to plan ahead and learn the extra skills necessary for dispersed camping. Camping rules and regulations apply to make your experience safe, and to keep the natural resources scenic and unspoiled for other campers.

    Dispersed camping along Forest Service roads is allowed where there is adequate space to safely park completely off the roadway and not on any vegetation. Whether car camping or backpacking, choose an existing campsite on bare or compacted soil. Unless signed as an area where a fee is required, dispersed camping is free. Dispersed camping is prohibited in developed campgrounds and areas posted closed or no camping. Some designated Wilderness areas have additional restrictions. For the best information on dispersed camping opportunities and local restrictions, please contact the nearest ranger district office.

    Rules for Dispersed Camping These rules apply to car camping and backpacking

    You may camp in a dispersed area in an individual Ranger District for up to 14 days within a 30-day period. After 14 days, you must move to another Ranger District or off the National Forest until the 30 days has elapsed. Do not blaze new roads to campsites, create new campsites, clear ground, cut or harm vegetation or construct a trail. Do not drive beyond constructed physical barriers, such as berms or gates.
    Do not drive through streams or wetlands to access a camp. If campfires are legal in your location and you choose to have a campfire, pick a site with an existing fire pit. Do not create new fire pits. Make sure your campfire is always attended and is dead out and cold to the touch before you leave your site. Fires may be restricted or banned based on the fire danger rating. Follow Leave No Trace principles and come prepared to “Pack it in. Pack it out.” Pack all trash home. Dispose of human waste in a sanitary manner. In high use locations, areas above tree line and snow-covered areas it is not possible to bury human waste in a sanitary manner. It will need to be packed out and disposed of at home using a wag bag, blue bag, portable toilet or another Leave No Trace approved method.
    Do not block roads or gates. Keep food and scented items secure from wildlife by keeping a clean camp and store items in your vehicle or use a wildlife resistant storage canister. Failure to follow regulations can lead to legal consequences. Additional Forest rules and links to report crimes can be found on our Law Enforcement page.

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    Camper-submitted photo from South Fork Sauk River
    Camper-submitted photo from South Fork Sauk River
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      Camper-submitted photo from US Highway 2 - Skykomish Area east to Stevens Pass
      Camper-submitted photo from US Highway 2 - Skykomish Area east to Stevens Pass

      7. US Highway 2 - Skykomish Area east to Stevens Pass

      4 Reviews
      2 Photos
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      Baring, Washington

      Traveling along Highway 2, enter the center of the forest along the Skykomish River, a rafting adventurers' dream. Grab your skis! In just two hours you will be gliding down the slopes at Stevens Pass Ski Area. Check in at the Stevens Pass Historic District for an overview of the area's colorful railroad and mining past. Recreation Area Map National Scenic Byway

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      $50 / night

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        Recent Dispersed Reviews in Marblemount

        21 Reviews of 14 Marblemount Campgrounds


        • HThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Lower Sandy Dispersed Camp
          Oct. 13, 2024

          Lower Sandy Dispersed Camp

          Quiet camp with great views

          Arrived around 4pm on a Friday and there were a few spots left. Pit toilets, fire rings, and picnic tables available. No water. Got a spot with lake and Mountain View’s. Very small, quiet, stunning campground. Felt safe. We have a rooftop tent, not many sites with large enough spots to park trailers or vans. Mostly tent sites that are walk in. Mostly open, some sites in the forest. Had one bar of Verizon service. Would stay again!

        • HThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Lower Sandy Dispersed Camp
          Aug. 19, 2024

          Lower Sandy Dispersed Camp

          Great spot on the lake

          We found an amazing site right on the lake, with great views and it was fairly quiet. There were a couple people who decided to have campfires despite the statewide burn ban in effect, which was a bit of a bummer. Despite that, great campground with toilets, picnic table, fire ring (when allowed), and lots of trees for hammocking. Loved our weekend here!

        • DThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Baker Lake Road Dispersed Campsite
          Jul. 28, 2024

          Baker Lake Road Dispersed Campsite

          Plenty of spots

          If you think all the spots are taken, keep driving. So many spots along Baker Lake Road.

          Late July, there’s a lot of partying on the lake. It’s not so bad but you’ll definitely hear people having fun.

        • BThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from NF Dispersed Camping
          Jul. 22, 2024

          NF Dispersed Camping

          Bacon Point

          Beautiful spot near the water also has some more secluded spots if wanted. Didn’t see too many people. And had no issues picking a spot to car camp. Definitely recommend.

        • Bobby J.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Mountain Loop Hway Dispersed Camp
          Jul. 21, 2024

          Mountain Loop Hway Dispersed Camp

          Coordinates off

          The directions had me believing that the dispersed camping was just various pull offs on the highway loop and that’s where I stayed. It was loud and it felt like the traffic was coming through my tent at times. After driving to North Cascades I discovered that there was real dispersed camping on that road but probably 45 minutes to an hour past where the coordinates took you. Once the highway turned into a gravel road is when I started seeing nice dispersed campsites

        • Jennifer H.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Mountain Loop Hway Dispersed Camp
          Oct. 20, 2023

          Mountain Loop Hway Dispersed Camp

          Sites just off the gravel portion of the mountain loop

          Easy enough to access right off the mountain loop highway. Meandering sites along the river with good logs for benches and fire rings made from forest rocks. Heavily forested and beautiful.

        • Jennifer H.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from South Fork Sauk River
          Oct. 20, 2023

          South Fork Sauk River

          Remote, no services, easy enough to access, beautiful

          Half way along the mountain loop highway you encounter numerous spacious tent sites with fire rings and gorgeous river & Mountain View camp grounds.

        • OThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Lower Sandy Dispersed Camp
          Aug. 30, 2023

          Lower Sandy Dispersed Camp

          Beautiful spot

          We was there during the week and we could to find a free spot easily.

          Just turn right after the Horseshoe Cove CG. It’s a unpaved road, go until the lake. Has a toilet and 10ish campsites with fireplaces and tables.

        • JThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Lower Sandy Dispersed Camp
          Aug. 25, 2023

          Lower Sandy Dispersed Camp

          Great free spot on Baker Lake

          Loved this free campground on Baker Lake near mt baker, WA! Take the first turn after horseshoe cove campground and follow the gravel road all the way to the lake.

          Lots of spots with tables and fire rings, some spots have nice tent pads. Some sites are marked and some are not. There’s a single pit toilet and no running water. Seems like a pretty popular spot but we were able to get a site mid week at the end of August.

          Parking for some of the spots is not the best but we were still able to car camp comfortably. Will definitely be staying here again!

        • ZThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from NF Dispersed Camping
          Jul. 3, 2023

          NF Dispersed Camping

          Deep in the woods

          Really deep into the woods. Driveway is a little rough but I made it in a car. All the other paid campsites were packed but found a few open spots here on the 4th of July weekend. Right next to the river! This app is great. Never would have found this!

        • Russel M.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from NF Dispersed Camping
          Mar. 31, 2023

          NF Dispersed Camping

          Beautiful

          No rain while I was there but I dont imagine it would get too muddy/sloppy. The road does have minimal gravel lining it. (CLEARANCE NEEDED - around the same amount as the Subaru line of vehicles or greater - 4wd not necessary)

          Beautiful area, small town nearby where you could likely pick up a few things. I didnt stop. Gas station nearby.

          There is a fast flowing stream with crystal clear water. Quiet mountain/forest area. No sounds of civilization. Multiple turnouts/improvised camping spaces. Keep driving till you find one you like. Easy to access the creak bank at any point along the road by walking through a little brush.

        • Lauren M.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from NF Dispersed Camping
          Aug. 23, 2022

          NF Dispersed Camping

          Great location

          The location is amazing!!!! Sadly though the campsites are not well cared for. I stayed at two different sites, one toward the end of the road and one closer to hwy 20. The end of the road spot did require 4wheel drive and higher clearance (suv height), the one closer to hwy 20 could have easily been driven to in a std. car. The river was gorgeous! The further down the road the likelihood you won’t have access to the river (creek). Both sites were straight up trashed! Trash everywhere!!! The site closer to hwy 20 had both trash and food debris (pineapple and coconut shell) everywhere. The tent pad was completely unusable because of trash. This site has a gorgeous water access but again found plastic bags floating on the creek edge. The site further down was littered with toilet paper and a huge polystyrene cooler full of “waste” so gross. I just used these spots as jumping off point for my hikes in the cascades and I slept in my car so it was a fine stay both times.

        • RThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from NF Dispersed Camping
          Nov. 18, 2021

          NF Dispersed Camping

          Quiet, secluded, good hangout spot.

          This site will be on your right as you drive up NF-1062. someone made a firepit using stones, it will be easy to spot. 

          This was my very first dispersed camping that i did with my dog. will comeback if i drive by or something.

        • Nikki R.
          Camper-submitted photo from US Highway 2 - Skykomish Area east to Stevens Pass
          Jul. 25, 2018

          US Highway 2 - Skykomish Area east to Stevens Pass

          Skykomish

          Skylomish is a fairly short drive away from the city but towards the mountains. You have a great view of the water in some places and it’s still pretty peaceful and quiet. The only noise you’d probably hear is the trains and the cars passing on highway 2.

        • Karina J.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from US Highway 2 - Skykomish Area east to Stevens Pass
          Jul. 9, 2018

          US Highway 2 - Skykomish Area east to Stevens Pass

          A Quiet Escape

          Our favorite camp spots are right on the water, and most spots you'll find here deliver - creeks run through the (what seems to be) endless forest, trees provide shade and lovely hammock set ups, and most spots are separate from others giving you a private, relaxing experience. Hike out to Blanca Lake!



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