Indian Creek Road (FR 31040) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California

A 2.9-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Alpine County, CA. The road serves Hangman's Cave.

Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Carson Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.

All 2.9 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (2.9 miles). Climbs 730 ft over 2.9 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 18%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~120 ft on the downhill side. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. A water crossing 1.9 miles in.

Private here -- the nearest through road is 1.5 miles off. Silver Peak stands 4,191 ft above the site, 7.1 miles south. A pond lies 0.5 mi off. The nearest town, Topaz Ranch Estates, is 15 mi off.