South Volcanoville (FR 13N56) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
South Volcanoville (FR 13N56) in CA
A 6.3-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in El Dorado County, CA. The road serves Cock Robin Point. The road is open seasonally, April 1 to December 31.
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 6.3 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (6.3 miles). Climbs 640 ft over 6.3 miles -- sustained grades near 18%, with pitches to 32%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~110 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 3 switchbacks.
Night skies measure Bortle 2 -- true dark-sky territory. The nearest town, Foresthill, is 2.7 mi off.
September normals 55–86°F, 0.4″ 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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