Bierce Ridge (FR 28N49) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
Bierce Ridge (FR 28N49) in CA
Shasta-Trinity National Forest, Yolla Bolla Ranger District posts restrictions on overnight use here -- check the current order before committing.
A 7.0-mile stretch of gravel National Forest road in Trinity County, CA. The road serves South Kelsey Peak.
All 7 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Mostly gravel, with 1.6 miles of dirt. Climbs 1,300 ft over 7 miles -- sustained grades near 20%, with pitches to 35%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~130 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 3 switchbacks.
Exposed here -- the nearest through road is 0.0 miles off. South Fork Trinity River runs 0.7 mi off. Black Rock Mountain stands 3,659 ft above the site, 7.8 miles east. The nearest town, Hayfork, is 22 mi off.
September normals 40–79°F, 0.5″ 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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