Coyote Flats (FR 07S10) in CA -- Camping Rules & Access in California
Coyote Flats (FR 07S10) in CA
Why
U.S. Forest Service opens most of its land to dispersed camping unless a local order restricts it. Check the unit's current orders before you commit.All 8.1 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles, dirt the whole way. Climbs 4,100 ft over 8.1 miles through 15 switchbacks, with sustained grades near 20% and pitches to 26%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~130 ft on the downhill side. Dead-ends 0.1 miles in at a mapped turnaround. Water crossings 2.7 and 3.2 miles in.
Lookout Mountain stands 3,346 ft above the site, 3.6 miles southwest. Private here, with the nearest through road 2.1 miles off.
Inyo National Forest, White Mountain Ranger District: Within a 10-mile radius of any undeveloped campsite for a period longer than 14 consecutive days... Anywhere within the Inyo National Forest for more than 28 total days during a calendar year.
| Fire restrictions | Set by Inyo National Forest, White Mountain Ranger District. Check current orders |
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September normals 46–69°F, 0.3″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.