Wisconsin Ravine (FR 21N47) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
Wisconsin Ravine (FR 21N47) in CA
A 1.2-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Plumas County, CA. The road serves Frank C. Reilly Museum.
Plumas National Forest, Feather River Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 365 days.
All 1.2 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (1.2 miles). Climbs 150 ft over 1.2 miles -- sustained grades near 22%, with pitches to 30%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~130 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 3 switchbacks.
A body of water lies 0.2 mi off. La Porte Bald Mountain stands 1,002 ft above the site, 1.6 miles north. Night skies measure Bortle 3 -- a dark rural sky. The nearest town, East Quincy, is 17 mi off.
September normals 44–78°F, 0.8″ 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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