Watson Ridge (FR 21N25) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California

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Watson Ridge (FR 21N25) in CA

Plumas NF, Feather River Ranger District
3,830 ft
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A 27.0-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Butte County, CA.

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

All 27 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. 19.7 of the 27 miles in are dirt. Climbs 2,300 ft over 27 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 72%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~170 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 29 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.

Private here -- the nearest through road is 1.5 miles off. Fall River runs 1.1 mi off. The nearest town, Berry Creek, is 8.9 mi off.

September normals 52–79°F, 0.5″ 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.

fs.usda.gov
Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?