South Soda CR (FR 38N22) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
South Soda CR (FR 38N22) in CA
A 9.7-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Shasta County, CA. The road serves Soda Creek Trailhead.
Shasta-Trinity National Forest, Mt. Shasta Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 7-day limit in any 365 days.
All 9.7 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (9.7 miles). Climbs 1,400 ft over 9.7 miles -- sustained grades near 18%, with pitches to 28%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~170 ft on the downhill side. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. Winds through 16 switchbacks.
Girard Ridge stands 2,226 ft above the site, 1.5 miles southeast. A well-travelled stretch -- travellers have camped along here. Private here -- the nearest through road is 2.1 miles off. A body of water lies 1.0 mi off. The nearest town, Dunsmuir, is 4.9 mi off.
September normals 47–83°F, 0.7″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Shasta-Trinity National Forest, Mt. Shasta Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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