Pickett Peak Road (FR 31053) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California

An 8.1-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Alpine County, CA.

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

All 8.1 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. 7.9 of the 8.1 miles in are dirt. Climbs 1,700 ft over 8.1 miles -- sustained grades near 18%, with pitches to 33%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~120 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 8 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch. Water crossings 2.5 and 3.2 miles in.

Pickett Peak stands 1,176 ft above the site, 0.6 miles northeast. Private here -- the nearest through road is 1.0 miles off. West Fork Carson River runs 1.1 mi off. The nearest town, Meyers, is 8.2 mi off.