Douglas Ditch (FR 08N47) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
Douglas Ditch (FR 08N47) in CA
A 2.2-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in El Dorado County, CA. The road serves Liddicoat Spring. The road is open seasonally, April 1 to December 31.
Eldorado National Forest, Amador Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 10-day limit in any 365 days.
All 2.2 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (2.2 miles). Climbs 70 ft over 2.2 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 17%. Winds through 3 switchbacks.
Travellers have camped along here. The nearest town, Amador Pines, is 4.3 mi off.
September normals 52–83°F, 0.4″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Eldorado National Forest, Amador Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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