Perrys Ridge (FR 15N03) in CA -- Camping Rules & Access
Perrys Ridge (FR 15N03) in CA
Road corridorKlamath NF, Happy Camp Ranger District
34 mi from Yreka
Maps 4,731 ft
Dispersed camping generally allowed
Local restrictions may apply; check the land manager’s camping rules.
Motor-vehicle season 4/1–11/15Stay 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 8.7 miles of this road are maintained for high-clearance vehicles, mostly gravel with 3.9 miles of dirt.
- Near Norcross Trailhead.
- Estimated climb: 2,100 ft over 8.7 miles through 12 switchbacks, with sustained grades near 22% and pitches to 43%.
- 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.
Setting
Secluded
- Secluded here, with the nearest through road 3.2 miles off.
- Buckhorn Mountain stands 2,154 ft above the map pin, 2.0 miles east.
Climate averages
October normals 31–62°F, 3.9″ precipitation. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.