Kates Camp (FR 05S015) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California

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Kates Camp (FR 05S015) in CA

Sierra NF, Bass Lake Ranger District
6,850 ft
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A 10.3-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Madera County, CA. The road serves McSwain Mine. 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 10.3 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (10.3 miles). Climbs 740 ft over 10.3 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 17%. Winds through 21 switchbacks. A water crossing 9.9 miles in.

Private here -- the nearest through road is 0.9 miles off. Iron Mountain stands 2,311 ft above the site, 3.5 miles northwest. The nearest town, Oakhurst, is 13 mi off.

September normals 44–73°F, 0.3″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

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Fire restrictions

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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Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?