Red Ant (FR 0509-007-02) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
Red Ant (FR 0509-007-02) in CA
A 4.6-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Sierra County, CA. The road serves Red Dog. 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 4.6 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (4.6 miles). Climbs 570 ft over 4.6 miles -- sustained grades near 16%, with pitches to 20%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~130 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 9 switchbacks.
Fir Cap stands 1,060 ft above the site, 1.9 miles north. A body of water lies 0.4 mi off. The nearest town, East Quincy, is 23 mi off.
September normals 50–75°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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