Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) camping information

ODF offers three types of camping opportunities: developed campgrounds, designated dispersed sites, and dispersed camping. All available campground sites have been booked

Dispersed camping

Dispersed camping is allowed in Oregon State Forests with no fee or permit requirements. Campers are required to adhere to ODF regulations regarding placement of campsites, campfires, sanitation, and stay limits. Campfires are not permitted during the regulated use portion of fire season. There is no map of dispersed camp spots.

Basic ODF Camping information

Rules & regulations ​As general rules:  Don't camp within 25 feet of a river or stream. Don't clear your own campsite or disrupt the natural environment. Take all garbage with you when there are no garbage receptacles. Don't deposit human waste within 100 feet of any campsite, trail or water body. No fireworks. Animals must be on 6 foot leash at all times and animal waste must be disposed of properly. Limit of 8 people and 2 vehicles per campsite​(except in designated group campsites). ​See OAR 629, Division 25​ for a complete list of rules and regulations affecting camping on Oregon State Forests.​​​ Please visit http://www.oregon.gov/ODF/Pages/index.aspx for further information.