Tunnel (FR 23N42) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
Tunnel (FR 23N42) in CA
A 5.5-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Plumas County, CA. The road serves Bucks Diversion 94-000 Dam.
Plumas National Forest, Feather River Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 365 days.
All 5.5 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (5.5 miles). Climbs 470 ft over 5.5 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 21%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~120 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 5 switchbacks.
Bald Eagle Mountain stands 1,918 ft above the site, 3.3 miles north. Letterbox Creek runs 1.1 mi off. The nearest town, Quincy, is 16 mi off.
September normals 48–77°F, 0.6″ 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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