Jaybird Spring South (FR 11N77) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California

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Jaybird Spring South (FR 11N77) in CA

Eldorado NF, Pacific Ranger District
4,600 ft
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A 0.6-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in El Dorado County, CA.

Eldorado National Forest, Pacific Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 10-day limit in any 365 days. Camp at least 100 ft from water.

All 0.6 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (0.6 miles). Climbs 20 ft over 0.6 miles -- sustained grades near 22%, with pitches to 23%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~120 ft on the downhill side.

Jay Bird Spring lies 0.1 mi off. Government Ridge stands 1,160 ft above the site, 3.0 miles northeast. The nearest town, Pollock Pines, is 6.5 mi off.

September normals 50–81°F, 0.5″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

Nearby Spots
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Fire restrictions

Set by Eldorado National Forest, Pacific Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.

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Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?