New York Ravine (FR 0093-007) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
New York Ravine (FR 0093-007) in CA
A 3.3-mile stretch of gravel National Forest road in Sierra County, CA. The road is open seasonally, April 1 to December 31.
Tahoe National Forest, Yuba River Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 365 days.
All 3.3 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Mostly gravel, with 0.9 miles of dirt. Climbs 490 ft over 3.3 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 20%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~160 ft on the downhill side. Water crossings 2.2 and 2.3 miles in.
Sierra Buttes stands 3,146 ft above the site, 5.7 miles east. North Yuba River runs 1.0 mi off. The nearest town, Portola, is 22 mi off.
September normals 48–76°F, 0.7″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Tahoe National Forest, Yuba River Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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