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Buckhorn Wilderness

Buckhorn Wilderness is located in the northeast portion of the Olympic National Forest. A patented mining claim involving 216 acres of private land is within the Wilderness. This Wilderness encompasses 44, 258 acres and is the largest on the Olympic National Forest. It includes very steep terrain ranging in elevation from 1,000 feet near the Gray Wolf River, to the summit of Mt. Fricaba at 7,134 feet. Other major peaks include Buckhorn Mountain, 6,988', Iron Mountain, 6,950' and Tyler Peak…

  • Managed by: USDA Forest Service

Frequently asked questions

Is Buckhorn Wilderness reservable?

Buckhorn Wilderness is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Buckhorn Wilderness?

See the map for Buckhorn Wilderness's exact location and directions.

How do I book a campsite at Buckhorn Wilderness?

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.

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