Elk Valley (FR 13N17) in CA -- Camping Rules & Access
Elk Valley (FR 13N17) in CA
Road corridorKlamath NF, Ukonom Ranger District
28 mi from Bertsch-Oceanview
Maps 4,681 ft
Dispersed camping generally allowed
Local restrictions may apply; check the land manager’s camping rules.
Motor-vehicle season 6/15–10/15Stay 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
- All 2.7 miles of this road are maintained for high-clearance vehicles, dirt the whole way.
- Near Rock Creek Butte.
- Estimated climb: 150 ft over 2.7 miles through 8 switchbacks, with sustained grades near 18% and pitches to 28%.
- Terrain estimates show roadside drops of up to ~100 ft on the downhill side.
- Terrain estimates suggest little level ground beside this road.
Setting
Some privacy
- Moderately separated here.
- Chimney Rock rises 3.4 miles northwest.
Climate averages
October normals 42–61°F, 11.1″ precipitation. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.