Panhandle (FR 25N14) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
Panhandle (FR 25N14) in CA
A 5.4-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Tehama County, CA. The road serves Harding Spring.
Mendocino National Forest, Grindstone Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
All 5.4 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (5.4 miles). Climbs 80 ft over 5.4 miles -- sustained grades near 16%, with pitches to 35%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~150 ft on the downhill side. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. Winds through 14 switchbacks.
Oven Lid stands 917 ft above the site, 1.2 miles southwest. Private here -- the nearest through road is 0.7 miles off. The nearest town, Covelo, is 30 mi off.
September normals 50–73°F, 0.2″ 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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