Whiskey Falls (FR 08S070) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
Whiskey Falls (FR 08S070) in CA
A 19.0-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Madera County, CA. The road serves Whisky Falls. 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 19 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. 15.4 of the 19 miles in are dirt. Climbs 2,500 ft over 19 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 34%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~120 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 26 switchbacks. A water crossing 4.4 miles in.
Private here -- the nearest through road is 1.4 miles off. Shuteye Peak stands 2,368 ft above the site, 5.1 miles north. Travellers have camped along here. The nearest town, North Fork, is 4.8 mi off.
September normals 52–76°F, 0.1″ 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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