Granite Basin (FR 23N23) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
Granite Basin (FR 23N23) in CA
A 9.4-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.
9 of the 9.4 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. 9 of the 9.4 miles in are dirt. Climbs 680 ft over 9.4 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 32%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~130 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 13 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.
Magee Ridge stands 1,110 ft above the site, 1.4 miles northeast. The nearest town, Magalia, is 11 mi off.
September normals 56–82°F, 0.5″ 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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