Texas Flat (FR 06S038) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
Texas Flat (FR 06S038) in CA
An 11.1-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 11.1 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. 8.8 of the 11.1 miles in are dirt. Climbs 2,200 ft over 11.1 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 26%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~100 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 27 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch. A water crossing 2.5 miles in.
Greys Mountain stands 1,711 ft above the site, 2.4 miles east. A canal runs 0.9 mi off. Travellers have camped along here. The nearest town, Oakhurst, is 5.6 mi off.
September normals 52–79°F, 0.3″ 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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