Sandy Creek (FR 24S07) — Western Divide in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
Sandy Creek (FR 24S07) — Western Divide in CA
A 4.2-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Kern County, CA.
Sequoia National Forest, Western Divide Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
All 4.2 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. 3.9 of the 4.2 miles in are dirt. Climbs 2,100 ft over 4.2 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 4.8, 5.8, 9.1 and 9.7 miles in. A gate 12 miles in.
Peel Peak stands 2,242 ft above the site, 2.2 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 12 mi off.
September normals 54–81°F, 0.1″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Sequoia National Forest, Western Divide Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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