FR 0329-014-01 — Negro Jack Hill in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
FR 0329-014-01 — Negro Jack Hill in CA
A 0.6-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Nevada County, CA. The road is open seasonally, April 1 to December 31.
Tahoe National Forest, Yuba River Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 365 days.
All 0.6 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (0.6 miles). Climbs 10 ft over 0.6 miles -- sustained grades near 28%, with pitches to 30%. Winds through 5 switchbacks.
Negro Jack Hill stands 679 ft above the site, 0.9 miles east. Private here -- the nearest through road is 0.6 miles off. North Fork Steephollow Creek runs 0.7 mi off. Night skies measure Bortle 2 -- true dark-sky territory. The nearest town, Nevada City, is 12 mi off.
September normals 57–81°F, 0.5″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Tahoe National Forest, Yuba River Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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