Panther Gulch (FR 30N41) — Yolla Bolla in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California

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Panther Gulch (FR 30N41) — Yolla Bolla in CA

Shasta-Trinity NF, Yolla Bolla Ranger District
3,966 ft
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Restrictions apply

Shasta-Trinity National Forest, Yolla Bolla Ranger District posts restrictions on overnight use here -- check the current order before committing.

A 0.7-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Trinity County, CA. The road serves Gemmil Gulch Picnic Area.

All 0.7 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (0.7 miles). Climbs 310 ft over 0.7 miles -- sustained grades near 20%, with pitches to 33%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~100 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 11 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.

Private here -- the nearest through road is 1.1 miles off. Dubakella Mountain stands 1,892 ft above the site, 3.8 miles southwest. The nearest town, Hayfork, is 11 mi off.

September normals 4280°F, 0.3″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

Fire restrictions

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.

fs.usda.gov
Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?