Masonic Bar (FR 46N81) in CA -- Camping Rules & Access

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Masonic Bar (FR 46N81) in CA

Road corridorKlamath NF, Oak Knoll Ranger District

26 mi from Williams

Maps 2,114 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 11.4 miles of this road are maintained for high-clearance vehicles, dirt the whole way.
  • Near China Peak.
  • Estimated climb: 2,700 ft over 11.4 miles through 20 switchbacks, with sustained grades near 16% and pitches to 42%.
  • Terrain estimates show roadside drops of up to ~170 ft on the downhill side.
  • Terrain estimates suggest little level ground beside this road.
  • Dead-end road; turnaround space is not mapped.
Motorized camping corridor · Klamath National Forest (parking off roads)

Setting

Some privacy
  • Moderately separated here.
  • Lower Devils Peak stands 2,938 ft above the map pin, 2.6 miles northeast.
  • Klamath River runs 0.3 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 52–71°F, 2.7″ precipitation. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.