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Forest Road 23

Forest Road 23 accesses the east side of the Gifford Pinchot N. F. It connects the Cowlitz Valley Ranger District and the Mt. Adams Ranger District passing through beautiful high Cascades and Wilderness senery along the way. Driving along Upper Cispus River and Mt. Adams Wilderness Area, with ajacent roads to High Lakes area access available. FR 23 is not maintained in winter, Baby Shoe Pass is not accessible. It re-opens in the snow free months in early Summer through Fall. It is paved for…

  • Managed by: USDA Forest Service

Frequently asked questions

Is Forest Road 23 reservable?

Forest Road 23 is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Forest Road 23?

See the map for Forest Road 23's exact location and directions.

How do I book a campsite at Forest Road 23?

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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