BLM 2182 — Murphy Spring in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
BLM 2182 — Murphy Spring in CA
Bureau of Land Management administers this ground -- we don't have a verified rule for this spot.
A 2.4-mile stretch of dirt BLM road in Kern County, CA.
All 2.4 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (2.4 miles). Climbs 1,400 ft over 2.4 miles -- sustained grades near 24%, with pitches to 29%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~110 ft on the downhill side. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. Winds through 4 switchbacks.
Red Mountain stands 1,725 ft above the site, 1.6 miles east. Private here -- the nearest through road is 0.9 miles off. The nearest town, Bodfish, is 7.8 mi off.
September normals 53–81°F, 0.1″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Bureau of Land Management. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
blm.gov