Lost Camp (FR 19N13) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
Lost Camp (FR 19N13) in CA
A 5.9-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Glenn County, CA. The road serves Lost Spring.
Mendocino National Forest, Grindstone Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
All 5.9 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (5.9 miles). Climbs 200 ft over 5.9 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 37%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~130 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 6 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.
Sheetiron Mountain stands 1,036 ft above the site, 2.6 miles southwest. The nearest town, Willows, is 27 mi off.
September normals 53–73°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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