Water West (FR 27N11) in CA -- Camping Rules & Access in California

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Water West (FR 27N11) in CA

Lassen NF, Almanor Ranger District
5,192 ft15 mi from Forest Ranch
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Dispersed camping generally allowed
WhyU.S. Forest Service opens most of its land to dispersed camping unless a local order restricts it. Check the unit's current orders before you commit.

Fire orders

All 8.6 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles, dirt the whole way. Climbs 1,200 ft over 8.6 miles through 4 switchbacks, with sustained grades near 12% and pitches to 15%.

West Branch Feather River runs 0.1 mi off. Snow Mountain stands 1,814 ft above the site, 3.7 miles east.

Lassen National Forest, Almanor Ranger District: For more than 14 days per calendar year within a one-mile radius of any one undeveloped campsite.

Rules that apply to this spot
Fire restrictions

Set by Lassen National Forest, Almanor Ranger District.

Check current orders

September normals 46–77°F, 0.6″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

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