Hoffman Mtn. (FR 11S031) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California

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Hoffman Mtn. (FR 11S031) in CA

Sierra NF, High Sierra Ranger District
7,501 ft
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A 5.0-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Fresno County, CA. The road serves Rancheria Trailhead. The road is open seasonally, April 15 to December 15.

Sierra National Forest, High Sierra Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.

All 5 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. 5 of the 5 miles in are dirt. Climbs 1,200 ft over 5 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 16%. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch. Gates 0 and 2.3 miles in.

Hoffman Mountain stands 2,124 ft above the site, 1.8 miles northeast. Three Springs lies 1.0 mi off. The nearest town, Squaw Valley, is 24 mi off.

September normals 45–70°F, 0.4″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

Nearby Spots
North Fork Drive (BLM 1294) in CADispersed Camping33.9miThree Rivers Hideaway in CACampground35.8miKaweah Oaks Campground in CACampground36.4miBackcountry Campsite in CABackcountry Campsite38.3miAtwell Mill Campground in CACampground38.5mi
Fire restrictions

Set by Sierra National Forest, High Sierra 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?