Stump Springs Road (FR 07S005) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
Stump Springs Road (FR 07S005) in CA
A 75.7-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Fresno County, CA. The road is open seasonally, March 1 to January 15.
Sierra National Forest, High Sierra Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
57 of the 75.7 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. 51.3 of the 75.7 miles in are dirt. Climbs 13,400 ft over 75.7 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 45%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~160 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 110 switchbacks. Dead-ends 1.8 miles in -- mapped turnaround at the end. A water crossing 69.4 miles in. A gate 71.3 miles in.
Lookout Point stands 2,241 ft above the site, 1.4 miles east. San Joaquin River runs 0.9 mi off. The nearest town, North Fork, is 12 mi off.
September normals 53–76°F, 0.3″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
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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