Elkhorn Campground
Open year-round for dispersed camping. Requires a 2-mile hike past a permanent road washout on Dosewallips Road. No facilities are maintained; campers must pack out all waste.
Alcohol Prohibitions
This Order describes acts that are prohibited upon lands, roads and trails within the National Forest System administered by the Forest Service Pacific Northwest Region in regards to alcoholic beverages.
Aquatic Invasive Species
This Order prohibits 1) possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic invasive animal species AND 2) prohibits possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic or riparian invasive plant species - on National Forest System lands in the Pacific Northwest Region as specified in the Order.
Restrictions on Use of Forage and Mulch Products
This Order prohibits unloading, storing, or using any straw, hay, grain, seed, or other forage or mulch products that are not state-certified weed free on the National Forest System lands, roads or trails in any Closure Area as specific in the Order. Some examples of these include hay bales, hay…
About
Elkhorn Campground was once a developed Forest Service campground in the Dosewallips drainage of Olympic National Forest. Following a permanent road washout on Dosewallips Road, the campground is now only accessible via a roughly 2-mile hike or bike ride from the road closure point. The Forest Service no longer maintains the site, and all former infrastructure has been removed or deteriorated. The area now functions as dispersed camping with no facilities whatsoever. There is no potable water, no restrooms, and no trash service. Campers must pack out all waste and practice strict leave-no-trace principles. The setting offers a primitive backcountry experience along the Dosewallips River, with opportunities to observe elk and enjoy the sounds of owls and rushing water at night. No fees or reservations are required. The site is open year-round for those willing to make the hike, though winter conditions may present additional challenges. This is a true primitive camping experience suited for self-sufficient backcountry campers.
Directions
From US-101, take Dosewallips Road (Forest Road 2610) toward Dosewallips State Park. Continue past the state park until reaching the road washout closure. Park and hike approximately 2 miles on the closed road to reach the former campground area.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | No |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (360) 956-2402 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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