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Oasisbob
Explorer
Jun 02, 2014

had my fill of campgrounds

Last weekend at a USFS campground I was, again, awoke at 1 a.m. by loud drunk people who really have no thought of others and I have had my fill. I really don't understand why this is so common but it is. So can you educate me on where I am allowed to camp? I live in Portland Oregon and like the MT HOOD area. I can cry camp just fine. Not clear on where I can go. Thanks
Boondocking
Dry Camping
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  • profdant139's avatar
    profdant139
    Explorer II
    Jun 02, 2014
    There are lots of great (and quiet) boondocking sites just east of Mt. Hood, off Highway 35, not too far from Tamanawas Falls trailhead. I would recommend unhitching your trailer and using your tow vehicle to scout the campsites -- some of the forest roads in that area do not have wide enough areas to turn the trailer around. Please don't ask me how I know that.
  • 2oldman's avatar
    2oldman
    Explorer II
    Jun 02, 2014
    It's probably more common on weekends. In fact, it's a given on weekends. Doesn't look like you're retired.. so maybe you cannot go during the week.

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