Sawmill Tom Creek Spur B (FR 23N65) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
Sawmill Tom Creek Spur B (FR 23N65) in CA
A 13.4-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.
All 13.4 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (13.4 miles). Climbs 1,200 ft over 13.4 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 25%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~170 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 15 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.
Private here -- the nearest through road is 1.4 miles off. Coldwater Creek runs 1.1 mi off. Red Mountain stands 1,019 ft above the site, 2.9 miles northeast. The nearest town, Berry Creek, is 15 mi off.
September normals 52–76°F, 0.7″ 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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