Hunter Point (FR 16N26) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
Hunter Point (FR 16N26) in CA
A 4.2-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Lake County, CA.
Mendocino National Forest, Upper Lake 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. Dirt the whole way in (4.2 miles). Climbs 1,500 ft over 4.2 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 15%. 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.
Hunter Point stands 1,515 ft above the site, 1.2 miles west. Middle Creek runs 0.2 mi off. Private here -- the nearest through road is 0.8 miles off. The nearest town, Nice, is 7.3 mi off.
September normals 52–89°F, 0.2″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Mendocino National Forest, Upper Lake Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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