Free dispersed camping along Forest Road 2419 in Olympic National Forest means no reservation, no fee, and no hookups. The road sees a steady flow of traffic at all hours, which reviewers consistently flag as a trade-off worth knowing before arrival. Most pullouts sit close to the road, so overnight stays work better here than extended trips unless campers locate one of the more spacious, recessed spots with a fire ring. Cell coverage is available on T-Mobile with 4G reported.
Several streams cross the service road corridor, and at least one reviewer found a tent site directly beside the river. Sites are spread across the length of the road rather than clustered, which keeps the camping dispersed in practice even when the road itself is active. Campfires are permitted, and firewood is listed as available, though as Trevor M. advises, it pays to "bring in water and plenty of fire wood." Temperatures can drop to freezing, with one January visitor recording 32°F at the site.
Vehicle access is manageable for standard passenger cars. A 2011 Ford Flex made the climb without issue, and reviewers noted seeing a range of vehicle types on the road. Pets are welcome and no permit is required. Campers who want more seclusion or a designated site layout may want to look at Olympic NF Dispersed off FS 2419 — Mt. Ellinor Lower Trailhead or Hilltop Camp on Forest Road 2419, both within a mile along the same corridor.
Description
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
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsNF-2419 Dispersed Site is located in Washington near Lilliwaup
Dispersed CampingCoordinates
47.504016 N
123.229512 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GGood CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 8/1/26
VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 9/7/26
AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 9/7/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GGood CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 8/1/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 9/7/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 9/7/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Dispersed
- Group
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Firewood Available
- 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.
Drive Time
- 1 hr 36 min from Olympia, WA
- 1 hr 46 min from Bremerton, WA
- 2 hrs 31 min from Seattle, WA
- 3 hrs 25 min from Mount Vernon, WA
