Salty Panther (FR 29N78) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California

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Salty Panther (FR 29N78) in CA

Shasta-Trinity NF, Yolla Bolla Ranger District
3,824 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 1.2-mile stretch of gravel National Forest road in Trinity County, CA. The road serves Gemmil Gulch Picnic Area.

All 1.2 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Gravel the whole way in (1.2 miles). Climbs 410 ft over 1.2 miles -- sustained grades near 20%, with pitches to 32%. Winds through 5 switchbacks.

Exposed here -- the nearest through road is 0.1 miles off. Goods Creek runs 0.6 mi off. Dubakella Mountain stands 2,034 ft above the site, 4.0 miles west. The nearest town, Hayfork, is 12 mi off.

September normals 4381°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?