Harrison Flat (FR 23N10) — Beckwourth in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
Harrison Flat (FR 23N10) — Beckwourth in CA
A 34.1-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Plumas County, CA.
Plumas National Forest, Beckwourth Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit.
33.2 of the 34.1 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (34.1 miles). Climbs 5,200 ft over 34.1 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 43%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~190 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 65 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch. Water crossings 12.9, 17.9, 18, 18.2, 18.9, 21, 21.1, 21.2 and 23 miles in.
Mount Fillmore stands 1,516 ft above the site, 1.6 miles southeast. Private here -- the nearest through road is 1.6 miles off. Whiskey Creek runs 0.7 mi off. The nearest town, East Quincy, is 12 mi off.
September normals 49–73°F, 1.1″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Plumas National Forest, Beckwourth Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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