Southern Pacific (FR 3N53) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
Southern Pacific (FR 3N53) in CA
A 15.2-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in San Bernardino County, CA.
San Bernardino National Forest, Front Country Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
5 of the 15.2 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (15.2 miles). Climbs 1,800 ft over 15.2 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 18%. Level ground alongside most of its length. Winds through 19 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch. Water crossings 0.1 and 10.6 miles in.
Ralston Peak stands 1,270 ft above the site, 0.9 miles south. Night skies measure Bortle 4 -- a rural sky with a glow on the horizon. The nearest town, Oak Hills, is 7.0 mi off.
September normals 57–89°F, 0.2″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by San Bernardino National Forest, Front Country Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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