Kennebec Gulch (FR 46N24) in CA -- Camping Rules & Access

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Kennebec Gulch (FR 46N24) in CA

Road corridorKlamath NF, Oak Knoll Ranger District

5.8 mi from Yreka

Maps 2,768 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 1.9 miles of this road are maintained for high-clearance vehicles, dirt the whole way.
  • Near Craggy Mountain.
  • Estimated climb: 1,000 ft over 1.9 miles through 3 switchbacks, with sustained grades near 22% and pitches to 31%.
  • Terrain estimates show roadside drops of up to ~100 ft on the downhill side.
Motorized camping corridor · Klamath National Forest (parking off roads)

Setting

Some privacy
  • Moderately separated here.
  • Montana Peak stands 2,965 ft above the map pin, 2.2 miles south.
  • South Fork Humbug Creek runs 0.2 mi off.

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 45–69°F, 1.5″ precipitation. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.