Keeran South (FR 21N27) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California

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Keeran South (FR 21N27) in CA

Mendocino NF, Grindstone Ranger District
6,027 ft
Maps
Overnight camping allowedRUTTED
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A 1.2-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Glenn County, CA. The road serves Brushy Mountain.

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

All 1.2 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (1.2 miles). Climbs 0 ft over 1.2 miles -- sustained grades near 16%, with pitches to 20%. Winds through 3 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.

Black Butte stands 1,419 ft above the site, 2.8 miles north. The nearest town, Covelo, is 22 mi off.

September normals 49–71°F, 0.2″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

Nearby Spots
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Fire restrictions

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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Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?