Porter Ravine (FR 22N41) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
Porter Ravine (FR 22N41) in CA
A 2.2-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Plumas County, CA. The road serves Blue Nose Mountain.
Plumas National Forest, Feather River Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 365 days.
All 2.3 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (2.3 miles). Climbs 170 ft over 2.3 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 24%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~130 ft on the downhill side. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch. Water crossings 1.7 and 1.7 miles in.
Blue Nose Ridge stands 1,309 ft above the site, 0.9 miles northwest. The nearest town, East Quincy, is 13 mi off.
September normals 48–75°F, 0.9″ 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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