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Dispersed Camping

Old Cascades Highway Dispersed

Old Cascades Highway Dispersed, near Skykomish, Washington, is a scenic location that offers a unique camping experience right by a beautiful river. This area is perfect for those who enjoy a bit of solitude and the sounds of nature, with the soothing rush of water nearby.

The sites here are more rustic, so don’t expect picnic tables or electric hookups. However, visitors have found some charming spots tucked away, ideal for pitching a tent or parking an RV. One camper mentioned, “We could walk to the river and sit by it for the evening,” highlighting the easy access to the water for relaxation or a bit of fishing.

While the area is generally quiet, some campers noted occasional noise from nearby traffic and trains. Still, many appreciated the peaceful ambiance, especially with the river's sounds drowning out the disturbances. As one reviewer put it, “Enjoyed the sounds of the waterfall/river all night, never heard a single car.”

For those looking to explore, the surrounding wilderness offers plenty of opportunities for hiking and enjoying the great outdoors. Just remember to pack out what you pack in, as there are no trash services available. If you're seeking a back-to-nature experience with a touch of adventure, Old Cascades Highway Dispersed is worth checking out.

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Location

Old Cascades Highway Dispersed is located in Washington

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Coordinates

47.71843948 N
121.20890682 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Stay Connected

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

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Dispersed
  • Cabins

Features

For Campers

  • 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.


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Reviewed Jun. 22, 2024

Beautiful Area with Small Campsites

It's a lovely area right by a beautiful river. However, it was hard to find a large enough spot that was also level to park our van. There was some traffic on the road, and a great bonus is that the road is paved, so no worries about destroying a tire. We did have phone service, and it's close to a small deli and other conveniences.

Month of VisitJune
Reviewed Aug. 8, 2023

Beautiful/ Dirty and noisy

Some of you never learned proper etiquette and it shows! Beautiful spot. Toilet paper everywhere. Peaceful… except for the trucks air braking on Highway 2; and the train… which made me question if I was being visited by some alien beings for half a second. Beautiful spot, great access to the river, whose noise washes out the majority of the ambiance killers. Secluded, sadly too dry for a fire.

SiteTent site, not car accessible.
Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of Old Cascades Highway Dispersed by Philip D., August 8, 2023
  • Review photo of Old Cascades Highway Dispersed by Philip D., August 8, 2023
  • Review photo of Old Cascades Highway Dispersed by Philip D., August 8, 2023
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Reviewed Jun. 29, 2023

Quiet, easy spot!

We were planning to stay in Leavenworth, but that got sketchy, so we came up here to this dispersed spot, and it's beautiful, quiet, and easy. Enjoyed the sounds of the waterfall/river all night, never heard a single car.

SiteWest of the bridge
Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Old Cascades Highway Dispersed by Bryan J., June 29, 2023
  • Review photo of Old Cascades Highway Dispersed by Bryan J., June 29, 2023
  • Review photo of Old Cascades Highway Dispersed by Bryan J., June 29, 2023
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Reviewed Aug. 12, 2020

Easily Accessible Dispersed Spot

We really enjoyed our spot off of Old Cascades Highway. There are a few good tent spots that are pretty tucked away. We took a spot with a good pull out for our car but didn’t really have a great tent spot. We have a sleeping platform in our car so it worked really well for us. We could walk to the river and sit by it for the evening before heading back to the car to sleep. We’ll probably be back here!

  • Review photo of Old Cascades Highway Dispersed by Lillie P., August 12, 2020
  • Review photo of Old Cascades Highway Dispersed by Lillie P., August 12, 2020
  • Review photo of Old Cascades Highway Dispersed by Lillie P., August 12, 2020

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the elevation of Old Cascades Highway Dispersed?

    Old Cascades Highway Dispersed is located at 1650 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Old Cascades Highway Dispersed?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Old Cascades Highway Dispersed, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Old Cascades Highway Dispersed?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is available, AT&T is good, and T-Mobile is available.