Portuguese Meadow (FR 24S15) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
Portuguese Meadow (FR 24S15) in CA
A 7.1-mile stretch of graded dirt National Forest road in Kern County, CA. 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.
1.3 of the 7.1 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Mostly graded dirt, with 1.3 miles of dirt. Climbs 530 ft over 7.1 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 22%. 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 10 switchbacks. A gate 8.3 miles in.
Portuguese Peak stands 522 ft above the site, 0.8 miles south. Cold Spring lies 0.4 mi off. The nearest town, Wofford Heights, is 8.6 mi off.
September normals 44–71°F, 0.2″ 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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