FR 24N02 — Walker Mine Tailings Dam in CA -- Camping Rules & Access in California
FR 24N02 — Walker Mine Tailings Dam in CA
Why
U.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.All 8.3 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles, 6.8 miles of it dirt. Climbs 1,800 ft over 8.3 miles through 12 switchbacks, with sustained grades near 12% and pitches to 16%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~140 ft on the downhill side. Few of the stretches measured have level ground to pull onto. Dead-end road with no mapped turnaround, so expect to back out or unhitch.
Grizzly Ridge stands 2,597 ft above the site, 3.0 miles northeast. Private here, with the nearest through road 1.5 miles off. Rock Creek runs 0.7 mi off.
Plumas National Forest, Mt. Hough Ranger District: 14 days in a developed campground, 14 days dispersed camping per Ranger District per year, not exceeding 30 days camping per year
| Fire restrictions | Set by Plumas National Forest, Mt. Hough Ranger District. Check current orders |
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September normals 39–79°F, 0.5″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.