FR 02S21 — Top of the World in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
FR 02S21 — Top of the World in CA
A 6.7-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Mariposa County, CA.
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.
5.6 of the 6.7 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (6.7 miles). Climbs 1,100 ft over 6.7 miles -- sustained grades near 16%, with pitches to 19%. Winds through 3 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.
Private here -- the nearest through road is 0.9 miles off. A body of water lies 0.6 mi off. The nearest town, Pine Mountain Lake, is 12 mi off.
September normals 53–86°F, 0.2″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
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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