Spanish Ridge (FR 21N39) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
Spanish Ridge (FR 21N39) in CA
A 6.3-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Glenn County, CA. The road serves Umbrella Butte.
Mendocino National Forest, Grindstone Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
All 6.3 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (6.3 miles). Climbs 490 ft over 6.3 miles -- sustained grades near 22%, with pitches to 48%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~140 ft on the downhill side. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. Winds through 5 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.
Spanish Ridge stands 1,662 ft above the site, 1.5 miles northeast. Private here -- the nearest through road is 1.3 miles off. Black Butte River runs 0.6 mi off. The nearest town, Covelo, is 24 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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