Gandy Creek Dispersed Camping
Tommy S.
Reviewed Jun. 28, 2020

Stunning Primitive Roadside Site

Many of the spots were taken when we arrived, even on a Tuesday night, but about 3-4 remained. We lucked out with a very spacious site right at the creek's edge. Towering pines lined the sight, and provided a gorgeous backdrop for the stars and fireflies at night. 

This site I believe was two sites down from the one at the gigantic cliff carved up by the bend in the creek. That was my top choice, as the scenery was stunning, but it was taken. Our site, though, had a hidden waterfall across the creek. If you listen, you can hear the loud falls over the normal creek sounds. I noticed it as I was collecting firewood on the opposite shore, and felt some water about 20 degrees cooler than the creek joining from the mountains. I've included a picture of this waterfall. 

The fire ring was wonderful. There are no toilets, so bring your shovel. Also, the sites are so spaced out on the road that each is very private, though you see an occasional car drive by.

We hiked up the Lafe Elza trail, about a 5 minute drive down the road. It was a perfectly nice hike, with options for days worth of hiking, though we turned back after 2 hours, not having seen much to note.

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  • Review photo of Gandy Creek Dispersed Camping by Tommy S., June 28, 2020
  • Review photo of Gandy Creek Dispersed Camping by Tommy S., June 28, 2020
  • Review photo of Gandy Creek Dispersed Camping by Tommy S., June 28, 2020
  • Review photo of Gandy Creek Dispersed Camping by Tommy S., June 28, 2020
  • Review photo of Gandy Creek Dispersed Camping by Tommy S., June 28, 2020
  • Review photo of Gandy Creek Dispersed Camping by Tommy S., June 28, 2020
  • Review photo of Gandy Creek Dispersed Camping by Tommy S., June 28, 2020
  • Review photo of Gandy Creek Dispersed Camping by Tommy S., June 28, 2020
  • Review photo of Gandy Creek Dispersed Camping by Tommy S., June 28, 2020
  • Review photo of Gandy Creek Dispersed Camping by Tommy S., June 28, 2020