Post Creek (FR 28N36) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
Post Creek (FR 28N36) in CA
Shasta-Trinity National Forest, Yolla Bolla Ranger District posts restrictions on overnight use here -- check the current order before committing.
A 5.7-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Tehama County, CA. The road serves Tedoc Mountain.
All 5.7 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (5.7 miles). Climbs 1,200 ft over 5.7 miles -- sustained grades near 18%, with pitches to 31%. 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 14 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.
Rat Trap Ridge stands 2,115 ft above the site, 1.9 miles south. Post Creek runs 0.7 mi off. The nearest town, Hayfork, is 25 mi off.
September normals 56–80°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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