East Government CR (FR 23N27) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California

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East Government CR (FR 23N27) in CA

Mendocino NF, Grindstone Ranger District
5,476 ft
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A 4.1-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Tehama County, CA. The road serves Sugar Spring.

Mendocino National Forest, Grindstone Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.

All 4.1 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (4.1 miles). Climbs 50 ft over 4.1 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 18%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~130 ft on the downhill side. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. Winds through 8 switchbacks.

Uhl Peak stands 1,166 ft above the site, 1.5 miles west. Grindstone Creek runs 0.4 mi off. The nearest town, Covelo, is 18 mi off.

September normals 51–74°F, 0.3″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

Nearby Spots
Round Salvage Sw (FR 17N45) in CADispersed Camping35.5miSouth York (FR 17N74) in CADispersed Camping35.7miBucknell Creek (FR 18N29) in CAForest Road Road35.8miBee Sting (FR 17N36) in CADispersed Camping36.2miRound Salvage Ne (FR 17N67) in CADispersed Camping36.3mi
Fire restrictions

Set by Mendocino National Forest, Grindstone Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.

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Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?