Great Scott (FR 45N16) in CA -- Camping Rules & Access
Great Scott (FR 45N16) in CA
Road corridorKlamath NF, Scott River Ranger District
20 mi from Yreka
Maps 2,455 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
- All 3.1 miles of this road are maintained for high-clearance vehicles, mostly gravel with 1.1 miles of dirt.
- Near Scotts Bar Monument.
- Estimated climb: 1,400 ft over 3.1 miles through 12 switchbacks, with sustained grades near 20% and pitches to 29%.
- Terrain estimates show roadside drops of up to ~130 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.
- Tom Martin Peak stands 4,561 ft above the map pin, 3.0 miles west.
- Scott River runs 0.8 mi off.
Climate averages
October normals 46–69°F, 1.5″ precipitation. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.