Grey's Mountain (FR 06S008) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
Grey's Mountain (FR 06S008) in CA
A 15.2-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Madera County, CA. The road serves Greys Mountain. The road is open seasonally, April 15 to December 15.
Sierra National Forest, Bass Lake Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
All 15.2 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (15.2 miles). Climbs 2,200 ft over 15.2 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 27%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~140 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 22 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.
Greys Mountain stands 1,838 ft above the site, 2.3 miles east. Private here -- the nearest through road is 0.9 miles off. A body of water lies 1.1 mi off. The nearest town, Oakhurst, is 4.7 mi off.
September normals 52–79°F, 0.2″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Sierra National Forest, Bass Lake Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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