Leonardi Springs Loop (FR 12N51) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California

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Leonardi Springs Loop (FR 12N51) in CA

Eldorado NF, Georgetown Ranger District
4,643 ft
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A 2.6-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in El Dorado County, CA. The road serves Lookout Mountain.

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

All 2.6 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (2.6 miles). Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~150 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 3 switchbacks.

Leonardi Spring lies 0.5 mi off. The nearest town, Pollock Pines, is 10 mi off.

September normals 48–82°F, 0.5″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

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Fire restrictions

Set by Eldorado National Forest, Georgetown 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?