West Lowell Hill (FR 0329-014) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
West Lowell Hill (FR 0329-014) in CA
A 0.9-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Nevada County, CA. The road serves Negro Jack Hill. 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 0.9 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (0.9 miles). Climbs 0 ft over 0.9 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 17%. Level ground alongside most of its length.
Negro Jack Hill stands 535 ft above the site, 0.5 miles northeast. Bear River runs 0.6 mi off. Night skies measure Bortle 2 -- true dark-sky territory. The nearest town, Nevada City, is 13 mi off.
September normals 56–80°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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