Middle Ridge (FR 27N26) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
Middle Ridge (FR 27N26) in CA
Shasta-Trinity National Forest, Yolla Bolla Ranger District posts restrictions on overnight use here -- check the current order before committing.
A 5.2-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Tehama County, CA. The road serves Iron Spring.
All 5.2 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. 4.4 of the 5.2 miles in are dirt. Climbs 510 ft over 5.2 miles -- sustained grades near 18%, with pitches to 32%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~220 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.
Tomhead Mountain stands 1,947 ft above the site, 3.5 miles southeast. The nearest town, Hayfork, is 30 mi off.
September normals 53–77°F, 0.3″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Shasta-Trinity National Forest, Yolla Bolla Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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