Arcularius Lateral (FR 02S90) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
Arcularius Lateral (FR 02S90) in CA
A 16.3-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Mono County, CA. The road serves Big Springs.
Inyo National Forest, Mammoth Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit. Camp at least 200 ft from water.
All 16.3 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (16.3 miles). Level ground alongside most of its length. Winds through 3 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch. A gate 7 miles in.
Lookout Mountain stands 1,180 ft above the site, 1.6 miles southwest. A body of water lies 0.4 mi off. The nearest town, Mammoth Lakes, is 8.9 mi off.
September normals 37–75°F, 0.3″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Inyo National Forest, Mammoth Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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