Lovelady Ridge (FR 16N28) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
Lovelady Ridge (FR 16N28) in CA
A 6.8-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Colusa County, CA. The road serves Bear Wallow Spring.
Mendocino National Forest, Grindstone Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
All 6.8 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (6.8 miles). Climbs 750 ft over 6.8 miles -- sustained grades near 26%, with pitches to 37%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~110 ft on the downhill side. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. Winds through 4 switchbacks.
Private here -- the nearest through road is 1.6 miles off. Bear Wallow Spring lies 0.5 mi off. Pacific Ridge stands 1,921 ft above the site, 5.1 miles west. The nearest town, Clearlake Oaks, is 14 mi off.
September normals 53–82°F, 0.2″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Mendocino National Forest, Grindstone Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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