Lynch Meadow (FR 24N13) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
Lynch Meadow (FR 24N13) in CA
An 11.0-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.
All 11 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. 7.6 of the 11 miles in are dirt. Climbs 950 ft over 11 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 23%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~150 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 19 switchbacks.
Lockerman Creek runs 0.1 mi off. Private here -- the nearest through road is 1.2 miles off. Bear Ranch Hill stands 1,686 ft above the site, 3.5 miles east. The nearest town, Magalia, is 9.6 mi off.
September normals 56–83°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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