Patterson (FR 42N07) in CA -- Camping Rules & Access
Patterson (FR 42N07) in CA
Road corridorKlamath NF, Scott River Ranger District
22 mi from Yreka
Maps 2,996 ft
Camping permission not confirmed
Miles 0–6 cross land the Forest Service doesn't manage; camping there needs the landowner's permission.
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 6 miles of this road are maintained for high-clearance vehicles, dirt the whole way.
- Estimated climb: 2,500 ft over 6 miles through 4 switchbacks, with sustained grades near 20% and pitches to 32%.
- Terrain estimates show roadside drops of up to ~160 ft on the downhill side.
Setting
Fairly secluded
- Well separated here, with the nearest through road 1.7 miles off.
- Whisky Butte stands 3,891 ft above the map pin, 4.7 miles south.
Climate averages
October normals 37–69°F, 1.5″ precipitation. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.