FR 0451-015 — Wheelers Sheep Camp in CA -- Camping Rules & Access in California
FR 0451-015 — Wheelers Sheep Camp in CA
Road corridorTahoe NF, Sierraville Ranger District
13 mi from Truckee
Maps 6,370 ft
Dispersed camping generally allowed
U.S. Forest Service default; a local order can restrict it.
Motor-vehicle season 4/24–12/31Stay limit: 14 days · Per calendar year, counted per ranger district
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Road Access
Difficult
- All 8.3 miles of this road are maintained for high-clearance vehicles, dirt the whole way.
- Estimated climb: 1,400 ft over 8.3 miles through 4 switchbacks, with sustained grades near 14% and pitches to 30%.
1 known camp spot along this road, at mile 3.8: reported by travellers.
Setting
Some privacy
- Moderately separated here.
- A canal runs 1.0 mi off.
- Mount Lola stands 2,771 ft above the map pin, 7.6 miles southwest.
Rules
Climate averages
September normals 38–72°F, 0.6″ precipitation. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.