Grau (FR 25N02) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
Grau (FR 25N02) in CA
A 1.2-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Tehama County, CA. The road serves Franklin Point.
Mendocino National Forest, Grindstone Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
All 1.2 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (1.2 miles). Climbs 80 ft over 1.2 miles -- sustained grades near 22%, with pitches to 23%. 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 6 switchbacks.
Whisky Ridge stands 2,427 ft above the site, 3.0 miles west. Pine Spring lies 0.6 mi off. The nearest town, Red Bluff, is 25 mi off.
September normals 53–83°F, 0.3″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
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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