Tramway (FR 24N11) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California

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Tramway (FR 24N11) in CA

Plumas NF, Beckwourth Ranger District
6,272 ft
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A 7.3-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Plumas County, CA. The road serves Walker Mine Tailings Dam.

Plumas National Forest, Beckwourth Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit.

All 7.3 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (7.3 miles). Climbs 1,400 ft over 7.3 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 17%. Winds through 4 switchbacks.

Turner Ridge stands 2,102 ft above the site, 2.7 miles northeast. Private here -- the nearest through road is 0.8 miles off. The nearest town, Portola, is 14 mi off.

September normals 45–73°F, 0.6″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

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Fire restrictions

Set by Plumas National Forest, Beckwourth 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?