1. Home
  2. Campgrounds

Miners Car Interpretive Site

View the sobering remains of a Pontiac Grand Prix pummeled and thrown by the 1980 lateral blast. The owners parked it and walked about a mile to a cabin near Black Rock Mine, and did not survive the blast. For information about accessible recreation opportunities in Pacific Northwest National Forests, visit http://www.fs.usda.gov/goto/r6/accessiblerecreation

  • Managed by: USDA Forest Service
  • Coordinates: 46.296428, -122.075822

Nearby & related campgrounds

  • Meta Lake Interpretive Site
  • Harmony Falls Viewpoint
  • Mount Margaret Backcountry
  • Smith Creek Picnic/Viewpoint
  • Site: Wakepish Picnic Area
  • Johnston Ridge Observatory

Frequently asked questions

Is Miners Car Interpretive Site reservable?

Miners Car Interpretive Site is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Miners Car Interpretive Site?

See the map for Miners Car Interpretive Site's exact location and directions.

How do I book a campsite at Miners Car Interpretive Site?

Pick your dates on the availability calendar, then reserve through the official booking link. You can also set an alert and we'll notify you if a sold-out date opens up.

Check campsite availability