Scotts John (FR 26N27) in CA -- Camping Rules & Access in California

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Scotts John (FR 26N27) in CA

Lassen NF, Almanor Ranger District
5,311 ft17 mi from Chester
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Dispersed camping generally allowed
WhyU.S. Forest Service opens most of its land to dispersed camping unless a local order restricts it. Check the unit's current orders before you commit.

Fire orders

2.7 of the 7.7 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles, mostly gravel with 2.7 miles of dirt. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~120 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 4 switchbacks.

Humboldt Peak stands 1,773 ft above the site, 2.4 miles northeast. Jones Creek runs 0.9 mi off.

Lassen National Forest, Almanor Ranger District: For more than 14 days per calendar year within a one-mile radius of any one undeveloped campsite.

Rules that apply to this spot
Fire restrictions

Set by Lassen National Forest, Almanor Ranger District.

Check current orders

September normals 51–76°F, 0.6″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

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Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?