West Parks Lakes (FR 41N73) in CA -- Camping Rules & Access
West Parks Lakes (FR 41N73) in CA
Road corridorShasta-Trinity NF, Mt. Shasta Ranger District
8.7 mi from Weed
Maps 6,767 ft
Dispersed camping generally allowed
U.S. Forest Service default; a local order can restrict it.
Shasta-Trinity National Forest ↗
Stay limit: 15 days · within 30 days · No more than 30 days in any 12 months
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Road Access
Difficult
- All 6.2 miles of this road are maintained for high-clearance vehicles, dirt the whole way.
- Near China Mountain.
- Estimated climb: 2,600 ft over 6.2 miles through 6 switchbacks, with sustained grades near 22% and pitches to 52%.
- Terrain estimates show roadside drops of up to ~120 ft on the downhill side.
- Terrain estimates suggest little level ground beside this road.
Setting
Some privacy
- Moderately separated here.
- China Mountain stands 1,765 ft above the map pin, 1.7 miles southwest.
- West Parks Lakes lies 0.6 mi off.
Rules
Climate averages
October normals 37–55°F, 4.0″ precipitation. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.