Jolly (FR 20N27) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
Jolly (FR 20N27) in CA
A 3.4-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Glenn County, CA. The road serves Big Spring.
Mendocino National Forest, Grindstone Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
All 3.4 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (3.4 miles). Climbs 190 ft over 3.4 miles -- sustained grades near 16%, with pitches to 18%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~130 ft on the downhill side. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. Winds through 7 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.
Bear Wallow Ridge stands 1,677 ft above the site, 1.6 miles east. Black Butte River runs 1.2 mi off. The nearest town, Covelo, is 25 mi off.
September normals 54–80°F, 0.2″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Mendocino National Forest, Grindstone Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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