Deadwood Ridge (FR 46N27) in CA -- Camping Rules & Access

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Deadwood Ridge (FR 46N27) in CA

Road corridorKlamath NF, Oak Knoll Ranger District

9.4 mi from Yreka

Maps 4,360 ft

Dispersed camping generally allowed

U.S. Forest Service default; a local order can restrict it.

Klamath National Forest ↗

Stay limit: 14 days
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Road Access

Difficult
  • All 6.7 miles of this road are maintained for high-clearance vehicles, dirt the whole way.
  • Near Deadwood Baldy Peak.
  • Estimated climb: 1,100 ft over 6.7 miles through 9 switchbacks, with sustained grades near 16% and pitches to 34%.
  • Terrain estimates show roadside drops of up to ~150 ft on the downhill side.
  • Terrain estimates suggest little level ground beside this road.
Motorized camping corridor · Klamath National Forest (parking off roads)

Setting

Some privacy
  • Moderately separated here.
  • McKinley Mountain stands 1,888 ft above the map pin, 2.0 miles south.

Rules

  • You may camp in a dispersed area for a limited period of time, usually 14 days, but this can be further limited in some National Forest areas.
  • Permit: Permit required. (Klamath National Forest)
  • Camping rules
  • Current fire orders

Climate averages

October normals 43–63°F, 1.8″ precipitation. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.