Potato Patch (FR 05S090) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California

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Potato Patch (FR 05S090) in CA

Sierra NF, Bass Lake Ranger District
6,963 ft
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A 5.2-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Madera County, CA. The road serves Iron 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 5.2 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (5.2 miles). Climbs 1,100 ft over 5.2 miles -- sustained grades near 16%, with pitches to 35%. Winds through 7 switchbacks.

Iron Mountain stands 2,198 ft above the site, 1.9 miles northwest. Private here -- the nearest through road is 0.7 miles off. The nearest town, Oakhurst, is 11 mi off.

September normals 47–73°F, 0.4″ 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?