Hurley Flats (FR 3S09) in CA -- Camping Rules & Access

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Hurley Flats (FR 3S09) in CA

Road corridorSan Bernardino NF, San Jacinto Ranger District

5.1 mi from Cabazon

Maps 4,649 ft

Dispersed camping generally allowed

Local restrictions may apply; check the land manager’s camping rules.

San Bernardino National Forest ↗

Stay limit: 14 days · within 30 days · order effective March 12, 2026 through August 31, 2028
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Road Access

Difficult
  • All 1.9 miles of this road are maintained for high-clearance vehicles, dirt the whole way.
  • Near Ranger Peak.
  • Estimated climb: 20 ft over 1.9 miles through 6 switchbacks, with sustained grades near 12% and pitches to 15%.
  • Terrain estimates suggest little level ground beside this road.

Setting

Some privacy
  • Moderately separated here.
  • San Jacinto Peak stands 6,147 ft above the map pin, 8.2 miles east.
  • Buck Spring lies 0.8 mi off.
  • Estimated night sky: Bortle 3, a dark rural sky.

Rules

  • Camping within 1/4 mile of State Highways, developed campgrounds, picnic grounds, developed recreation sites, trailheads, and private property.
  • Camping rules
  • Current fire orders

Climate averages

October normals 48–74°F, 0.8″ precipitation. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.