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Dispersed Camping

South Fork Calawah River

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About

USDA Forest Service

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

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Access

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

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Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Dispersed

Features

For Campers

  • Firewood Available
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

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Audrey R.
Reviewed Jun. 21, 2023

Great River site!

Easy to miss pull in to the dispersed site with river views and access. Small but intimate tent site with nice fire ring. Logging season was in full swing when we stayed, so lots of trucks hauling off the mountain started early.

Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of South Fork Calawah River by Audrey R., June 21, 2023

Location

South Fork Calawah River is located in Washington

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Coordinates

47.969465 N
124.33356 W

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