Rattlesnake Ridge (FR 21N62) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
Rattlesnake Ridge (FR 21N62) in CA
A 14.1-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Glenn County, CA.
Mendocino National Forest, Grindstone Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
12.5 of the 14.1 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. 12.5 of the 14.1 miles in are dirt. Climbs 1,900 ft over 14.1 miles -- sustained grades near 28%, with pitches to 45%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~140 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 13 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch. A water crossing 13.8 miles in.
Summit Springs Hill stands 1,511 ft above the site, 2.5 miles south. Night skies measure Bortle 2 -- true dark-sky territory. The nearest town, Orland, is 30 mi off.
September normals 56–77°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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