Treasure MTN (FR 0005) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
Treasure MTN (FR 0005) in CA
A 14.0-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Sierra County, CA. The road serves Treasure Mountain. The road is open seasonally, April 24 to December 31.
Tahoe National Forest, Sierraville Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 365 days.
3.6 of the 14 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. 13.4 of the 14 miles in are dirt. Climbs 2,100 ft over 14 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 31%. Winds through 5 switchbacks.
Treasure Mountain stands 1,404 ft above the site, 1.7 miles southeast. Private here -- the nearest through road is 0.9 miles off. A body of water lies 0.9 mi off. The nearest town, Truckee, is 18 mi off.
September normals 41–75°F, 0.6″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Tahoe National Forest, Sierraville Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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