Kneecap-Cabbage Patch (FR M6) — Grindstone in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
Kneecap-Cabbage Patch (FR M6) — Grindstone in CA
A 25.6-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Lake County, CA.
Mendocino National Forest, Grindstone Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
12.2 of the 25.6 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. 13.8 of the 25.6 miles in are dirt. Climbs 4,000 ft over 25.6 miles -- sustained grades near 16%, with pitches to 36%. 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 36 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.
Kneecap stands 848 ft above the site, 2.0 miles east. The nearest town, Covelo, is 27 mi off.
September normals 54–75°F, 0.2″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Mendocino National Forest, Grindstone Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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