Henley Ridge (FR 08N29) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
Henley Ridge (FR 08N29) in CA
A 6.5-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Amador County, CA. The road serves Salt Springs State Game Refuge. The road is open seasonally, April 1 to December 31.
Eldorado National Forest, Amador Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 10-day limit in any 365 days.
All 6.5 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (6.5 miles). Climbs 180 ft over 6.5 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 28%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~110 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 12 switchbacks.
Private here -- the nearest through road is 0.7 miles off. Bear River runs 0.7 mi off. Beaver Ridge stands 1,440 ft above the site, 2.7 miles north. The nearest town, Amador Pines, is 13 mi off.
September normals 53–80°F, 0.5″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Eldorado National Forest, Amador Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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