Sandy Creek (FR 24S07) — Kern River in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
Sandy Creek (FR 24S07) — Kern River in CA
An 8.0-mile stretch of 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.
All 8 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (8 miles). Climbs 2,100 ft over 8 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 39%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~160 ft on the downhill side. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. Winds through 30 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch. Water crossings 4.6, 5.6, 9 and 9.6 miles in. A gate 11.9 miles in.
Peel Peak stands 2,236 ft above the site, 2.0 miles east. Private here -- the nearest through road is 1.1 miles off. A body of water lies 0.4 mi off. Travellers have camped along here. The nearest town, Wofford Heights, is 11 mi off.
September normals 54–81°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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