Flats Road (FR 03S57) in CA -- Camping Rules & Access in California

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Flats Road (FR 03S57) in CA

Inyo NF, Mammoth Ranger District
8,139 ft4.4 mi from Mammoth Lakes
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Dispersed camping generally allowed
WhyU.S. Forest Service opens most of its land to dispersed camping unless a local order restricts it. Check the unit's current orders before you commit.

Fire orders

All 2.8 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles, dirt the whole way. Climbs 590 ft over 2.8 miles, with sustained grades near 14% and pitches to 24%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~100 ft on the downhill side. A water crossing 2.4 miles in.

Dry Creek Knoll stands 716 ft above the site, 0.9 miles south.

Inyo National Forest, Mammoth Ranger District: Within a 10-mile radius of any undeveloped campsite for a period longer than 14 consecutive days… Anywhere within the Inyo National Forest for more than 28 total days during a calendar year.

Rules that apply to this spot
Fire restrictions

Set by Inyo National Forest, Mammoth Ranger District.

Check current orders

September normals 34–71°F, 0.3″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

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Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?