Gopher (FR 24N25) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California

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Gopher (FR 24N25) in CA

Plumas NF, Mt. Hough Ranger District
3,757 ft
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An 8.9-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Plumas County, CA. The road serves Gopher Hill.

Plumas National Forest, Mt. Hough Ranger District records no overnight restriction here.

All 8.9 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (8.9 miles). Climbs 1,400 ft over 8.9 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 42%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~120 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 14 switchbacks.

Spanish Peak stands 3,238 ft above the site, 4.4 miles southwest. Pineleaf Creek runs 0.8 mi off. The nearest town, Quincy, is 5.4 mi off.

September normals 49–82°F, 0.5″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

Nearby Spots
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Fire restrictions

Set by Plumas National Forest, Mt. Hough Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.

fs.usda.gov
Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?