Shirley Meadows (FR 25S31) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
Shirley Meadows (FR 25S31) in CA
A 1.0-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Kern County, CA. The road serves Cooks Peak.
Sequoia National Forest, Kern River Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
All 1 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (1 miles). Climbs 60 ft over 1 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 25%. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto.
A body of water lies 0.2 mi off. The nearest town, Wofford Heights, is 4.8 mi off.
September normals 48–75°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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