Chicago Stump (FR 13S03) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California

A 12.2-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Fresno County, CA.

Sequoia National Forest, Hume Lake Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.

All 12.2 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (12.2 miles). Climbs 800 ft over 12.2 miles -- sustained grades near 16%, with pitches to 31%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~140 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 9 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.

Verplank Ridge stands 1,001 ft above the site, 1.3 miles southeast. A well-travelled stretch -- travellers have camped along here. Private here -- the nearest through road is 2.5 miles off. The nearest town, Squaw Valley, is 13 mi off.