Snyder Ridge (FR 03S028) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
Snyder Ridge (FR 03S028) in CA
A 3.0-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Mariposa County, CA. The road serves Comet Mine.
Sierra National Forest, Bass Lake Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
All 3 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (3 miles). Climbs 580 ft over 3 miles -- sustained grades near 16%, with pitches to 41%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~100 ft on the downhill side. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. Winds through 10 switchbacks.
Snyder Ridge stands 660 ft above the site, 0.6 miles northeast. Private here -- the nearest through road is 0.9 miles off. A body of water lies 0.4 mi off. The nearest town, Mariposa, is 9.2 mi off.
September normals 56–85°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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