BLM 1257 — Deadwood Peak in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California

A 0.4-mile stretch of BLM road in Madera County, CA.

All 0.4 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Climbs 0 ft over 0.4 miles -- sustained grades near 24%, with pitches to 28%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~100 ft on the downhill side. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. Winds through 3 switchbacks.

Deadwood Peak stands 1,153 ft above the site, 0.6 miles southwest. Night skies measure Bortle 4 -- a rural sky with a glow on the horizon. A body of water lies 0.7 mi off. The nearest town, Oakhurst, is 3.7 mi off.