Mt. Maddox (FR 13S12) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
Mt. Maddox (FR 13S12) in CA
A 5.2-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Fresno County, CA. The road serves Marvin Pass Trailhead.
Sequoia National Forest, Hume Lake Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
2.5 of the 5.2 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (5.2 miles). Climbs 1,800 ft over 5.2 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 22%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~100 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 8 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.
Mount Maddox stands 2,092 ft above the site, 1.5 miles southeast. Private here -- the nearest through road is 0.7 miles off. The nearest town, Three Rivers, is 23 mi off.
September normals 43–68°F, 0.4″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Sequoia National Forest, Hume Lake Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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