Backpack - Dosewallips River Road Trail

Enjoy an easy, single overnight trip to the old Elkhorn Campground along the Dosewallips River.

Day 1:  Dosewallips Trailhead to Abandoned Elkorn Campground

We will meet at the Dosewallips Road Trailhead and hike along the abandoned Dosewallips Road to the old Elkhorn Campground (approximately 2.7 miles).  We will setup camp, collect water, relax, and eat a snack or lunch.  The group has the option to explore/hike further along the Dosewallips Trail for 1-2 hours.  We will return to camp for dinner. 

Day 2:  Abandoned Elkhorn Campground to Dosewallips Trailhead

We will have a relaxing breakfeast and then packup.  We will then hike along the road back to the trailhead.

No privy is available, so bring your poop kit.  Bring a bear canister or ursack for food storage.  We can share canisters and I have an extra one.

No fees or permit required to camp at the campground.  According to the WTA site, no parking permit required.  But if you have a Northwest Forest Pass, or the Interagency Pass, bring it.  (Just in case, the rules change.)

Additional Dosewallips River Road Trailhead is here:
Directions: https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/dosewallips-river#hike-trailhead-and-map

Additional information will be emailed to registered participants.

Meet at the Dosewallips Trailhead at 9:30 AM.  Additional trip details will be emailed to registered participants.

Getting There: From Quilcene, drive south on Highway 101 for 11 miles to Brinnon, turning right at milepost 306 onto Dosewallips Road.  From Shelton, drive north on US 101 for 41 miles and turn left, 1 mile beyond Dosewallips State Park.  Proceed approximately 8.5 miles to the vehicle road end. Parking is on the roadside and can be backed up considerably. No toilets available.