Wolters Mine (FR 22N22) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
Wolters Mine (FR 22N22) in CA
A 29.1-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Plumas County, CA.
Plumas National Forest, Feather River Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 365 days.
All 29.1 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (29.1 miles). Climbs 3,600 ft over 29.1 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 65%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~150 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 38 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.
Private here -- the nearest through road is 1.4 miles off. North Fork Feather River runs 0.9 mi off. Big Bar Mountain stands 1,812 ft above the site, 5.2 miles north. The nearest town, Berry Creek, is 5.4 mi off.
September normals 60–86°F, 0.4″ 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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