Basket Pass (FR 26S05) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
Basket Pass (FR 26S05) in CA
An 8.1-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Kern County, CA. The road serves Basket Peak. The road is open seasonally, April 15 to December 31.
Sequoia National Forest, Kern River Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
All 8.1 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (8.1 miles). Climbs 1,200 ft over 8.1 miles -- sustained grades near 16%, with pitches to 28%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~120 ft on the downhill side. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. Winds through 17 switchbacks.
Basket Peak stands 1,108 ft above the site, 1.1 miles south. Private here -- the nearest through road is 0.9 miles off. Burnt Spring lies 0.7 mi off. The nearest town, Lake Isabella, is 8.9 mi off.
September normals 52–79°F, 0.1″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Sequoia National Forest, Kern River Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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