Benson (FR 21N85) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California

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Benson (FR 21N85) in CA

Plumas NF, Feather River Ranger District
2,921 ft
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A 0.6-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Butte County, CA. The road serves Big Bald Rock.

Plumas National Forest, Feather River Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 365 days.

All 0.6 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (0.6 miles). Climbs 0 ft over 0.6 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 16%.

A body of water lies 1.0 mi off. The nearest town, Berry Creek, is 3.1 mi off.

September normals 57–85°F, 0.4″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

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Fire restrictions

Set by Plumas National Forest, Feather River Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.

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Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?