South Big X (FR 11N80) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
South Big X (FR 11N80) in CA
A 7.3-mile stretch of graded dirt National Forest road in El Dorado County, CA. The road serves Big 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 7.3 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Mostly graded dirt, with 1.2 miles of dirt. Climbs 1,300 ft over 7.3 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 18%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~130 ft on the downhill side. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. Winds through 25 switchbacks.
Big Mountain stands 744 ft above the site, 0.7 miles east. Exposed here -- the nearest through road is 0.0 miles off. Texas Creek runs 0.7 mi off. The nearest town, Pollock Pines, is 6.1 mi off.
September normals 57–84°F, 0.5″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
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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