Red Point (FR 5001K-002) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
Red Point (FR 5001K-002) in CA
A 1.2-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Placer County, CA. The road serves Red Point Townsite. The road is open seasonally, April 1 to December 31.
Tahoe National Forest, American River Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 365 days.
All 1.2 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (1.2 miles). Climbs 0 ft over 1.2 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 21%. Winds through 5 switchbacks.
Goat Spring lies 0.7 mi off. The nearest town, Foresthill, is 11 mi off.
September normals 56–78°F, 0.5″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Tahoe National Forest, American River Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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