Galen Ridge (FR 21N33) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
Galen Ridge (FR 21N33) in CA
A 5.2-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Butte County, CA. The road serves Lake Madrone 1004 Dam.
Plumas National Forest, Feather River Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 365 days.
All 5.2 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. 4.6 of the 5.2 miles in are dirt. Climbs 420 ft over 5.2 miles -- sustained grades near 16%, with pitches to 25%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~120 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 5 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.
A body of water lies 0.9 mi off. The nearest town, Berry Creek, is 3.0 mi off.
September normals 58–85°F, 0.4″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
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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