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NF 33 Dispersed Camping

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Free dispersed camping along NF 33 gives access to a handful of roadside sites in the Mt. Baker area, with no amenities and no cell service. The road is passable in 2WD near the entrance, but conditions deteriorate further in, with increasing potholes that make it unsuitable for big rigs, low-clearance vehicles, or worn tires. A few sites sit near a river or creek; most are simply pulled off the road. The route ends at a trailhead for the Cougar Divide, and campers positioned further back have reported open sightlines toward Mount Baker. Hikers planning that trail will find this a practical base, and those looking for places to camp near Maple Falls can also consider Wells Creek Road Dispersed — Mt. Baker NF less than a mile away.

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Map & DirectionsNF 33 Dispersed Camping is located in Washington near Maple Falls

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48.858799109779284 N
121.7750984985305 W

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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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Kim B.

Scout

Reviewed Jul. 27, 2026

Nf33

Not a ton of great spots but not crazy busy on a friday night. Had to drive kind of far to find something that would work for me. The better spots were all taken.

Month of VisitJuly

Kasey B.

Guide

Reviewed Jul. 9, 2026

Nice Mountain View

Not many sites on this road. Our site was at least 5 miles back and I think we only saw 3-4 sites on our way up. The road itself is good, can get back with 2WD alone. The further back you go we noticed more and more potholes. There is a trailhead all the way at the end so there are some people headed back to do that. We got some good views of Mount Baker.

Month of VisitJuly

Meghan B.

Legend

Reviewed Sep. 6, 2025

NF 33 Dispersed Camping

A handful of dispersed sites along this national forest road. A couple sites are near the river/creek, but most are just off the road. Not great, but nice in a pinch or if you're looking to hike the Cougar Divide at the end of this road. The road does get much rougher the further you go, so not big-rig friendly nor for low-clearance vehicles or vehicles with bald/old tires. No amenities nor cell service.

Month of VisitSeptember

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NF 33 Dispersed Camping offers several primitive camping sites along a national forest road. Some sites are positioned near a river or creek, while others are just off the main road. The area provides basic dispersed camping with no amenities or services. The road conditions deteriorate significantly as you travel further in, making it challenging for larger vehicles. This location is particularly convenient for those planning to hike the Cougar Divide trail, which is accessible from the end of this road. While not the most scenic or secluded camping experience, it works well as a backup option or for hikers focusing on the nearby trails. For current conditions and regulations, check with the managing national forest district office before your trip.