Carter Jack (FR 39N48) in CA -- Camping Rules & Access
Carter Jack (FR 39N48) in CA
Road corridorKlamath NF, Scott River Ranger District
30 mi from Weed
Maps 6,583 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
VerizonNONE
AT&TNONE
T-MobileNONE
StarlinkGOOD
Road Access
Difficult
- All 2.2 miles of this road are maintained for high-clearance vehicles, 1.4 miles of it dirt.
- Near Carter Meadows Summit.
- Estimated climb: 540 ft over 2.2 miles through 4 switchbacks, with sustained grades near 14% and pitches to 20%.
- Terrain estimates show roadside drops of up to ~120 ft on the downhill side.
- Terrain estimates suggest little level ground beside this road.
Setting
Some privacy
- Moderately separated here.
- Scott Mountains stands 1,192 ft above the map pin, 2.2 miles south.
- South Fork Scott River runs 0.9 mi off.
Climate averages
October normals 35–56°F, 3.4″ precipitation. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.