Pitchfork (FR 22N85) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
Pitchfork (FR 22N85) in CA
A 14.0-mile stretch of gravel 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 14 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Mostly gravel, with 7 miles of dirt. Climbs 2,400 ft over 14 miles -- sustained grades near 16%, with pitches to 43%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~140 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 18 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.
Hungary Hunt Peak stands 1,415 ft above the site, 2.1 miles northwest. Last Chance Creek runs 0.7 mi off. The nearest town, Berry Creek, is 7.4 mi off.
September normals 59–85°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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