FR 02S18 — Dudley Hill in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California

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FR 02S18 — Dudley Hill in CA

Stanislaus NF, Groveland Ranger DistrictOpen 4/16-12/14
3,340 ft
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A 6.2-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Mariposa County, CA. The road is open seasonally, April 15 to December 15.

Stanislaus National Forest, Groveland Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 21-day limit in any 365 days. Camp at least 100 ft from water. Open seasonally, April 16 to December 14.

3.4 of the 6.2 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. 6 of the 6.2 miles in are dirt. Climbs 1,100 ft over 6.2 miles -- sustained grades near 18%, with pitches to 25%. Winds through 6 switchbacks.

The nearest town, Pine Mountain Lake, is 8.3 mi off.

September normals 5585°F, 0.1″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

Fire restrictions

Set by Stanislaus National Forest, Groveland 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?