Shackleford (FR 43N21) in CA -- Camping Rules & Access
Shackleford (FR 43N21) in CA
Road corridorKlamath NF, Scott River Ranger District
20 mi from Yreka
Maps 2,867 ft
Camping permission not confirmed
Miles 0–7 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
Rough
- All 7.4 miles of this road are maintained for passenger cars, dirt the whole way.
- Estimated climb: 2,000 ft over 7.4 miles through 10 switchbacks, with sustained grades near 14% and pitches to 20%.
- Terrain estimates show roadside drops of up to ~190 ft on the downhill side.
Known camping along this road at mile 6.8: 1 mapped spot.
Setting
Limited privacy
- Limited separation from through roads or other sites here, with the nearest through road 0.0 miles off.
- Boulder Peak stands 5,417 ft above the map pin, 6.1 miles west.
Climate averages
October normals 47–70°F, 1.4″ precipitation. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.