Bucks Penstock (FR 24N34) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
Bucks Penstock (FR 24N34) in CA
An 11.5-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Plumas County, CA.
Plumas National Forest, Feather River Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 365 days.
0.8 of the 11.5 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. 9.8 of the 11.5 miles in are dirt. Climbs 1,200 ft over 11.5 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 31%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~170 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 10 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.
Bald Eagle Mountain stands 2,344 ft above the site, 5.3 miles northeast. The nearest town, Magalia, is 16 mi off.
September normals 50–79°F, 0.4″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Plumas National Forest, Feather River Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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