Grouse Spring (FR 28S62) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
Grouse Spring (FR 28S62) in CA
A 6.0-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Kern County, CA. The road serves Deer Springs.
Sequoia National Forest, Kern River Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
All 6 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (6 miles). Climbs 1,900 ft over 6 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 21%. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. Winds through 14 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.
Private here -- the nearest through road is 1.1 miles off. Breckenridge Mountain stands 1,664 ft above the site, 3.0 miles southeast. The nearest town, Bodfish, is 11 mi off.
September normals 50–77°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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