Stover MTN (FR 29N17) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California

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Stover MTN (FR 29N17) in CA

Lassen NF, Almanor Ranger District
5,446 ft
Maps
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A 20.7-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Plumas County, CA.

Lassen National Forest, Almanor Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit.

All 20.7 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. 18.8 of the 20.7 miles in are dirt. Climbs 2,600 ft over 20.7 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 30%. Winds through 4 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch. Water crossings 14.5 and 16 miles in.

The Wilson Lake shoreline is 0.6 mi off. Lassen Peak stands 4,987 ft above the site, 10 miles northwest. Travellers have camped along here. The nearest town, Chester, is 11 mi off.

September normals 44–75°F, 0.5″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

Nearby Spots
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Fire restrictions

Set by Lassen National Forest, Almanor Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.

fs.usda.gov
Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?