Powder House Orv (FR 19N46) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
Powder House Orv (FR 19N46) in CA
A 3.9-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Lake County, CA. The road serves Lakeshore Trailhead. The road is open seasonally, September 9 to May 17.
Mendocino National Forest, Upper Lake Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
All 3.9 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (3.9 miles). Climbs 70 ft over 3.9 miles -- sustained grades near 26%, with pitches to 35%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~150 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 6 switchbacks.
Hull Mountain stands 4,260 ft above the site, 4.5 miles north. The nearest town, Redwood Valley, is 20 mi off.
September normals 60–84°F, 0.4″ 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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