Buker (FR 44N41) in CA -- Camping Rules & Access
Buker (FR 44N41) in CA
Road corridorKlamath NF, Scott River Ranger District
26 mi from Yreka
Maps 3,429 ft
Dispersed camping generally allowed
U.S. Forest Service default; a local order can restrict it.
Stay limit: 14 consecutive days · 30 days total per calendar year · order effective August 20, 2026 through August 20, 2028; also 14 days
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Road Access
Difficult
- 1.1 of this road’s 7.2 miles are maintained for high-clearance vehicles, dirt the whole way.
- Near Kelsey Trailhead.
- Estimated climb: 2,700 ft over 7.2 miles through 10 switchbacks, with sustained grades near 18% and pitches to 34%.
- Terrain estimates show roadside drops of up to ~170 ft on the downhill side.
- Terrain estimates suggest little level ground beside this road.
- Dead-end road; turnaround space is not mapped.
Setting
Some privacy
- Moderately separated here.
- Boulder Peak stands 4,855 ft above the map pin, 4.0 miles south.
- Scott River runs 0.6 mi off.
Climate averages
October normals 39–69°F, 1.4″ precipitation. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.