West Low Gap (FR 28N40) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
West Low Gap (FR 28N40) in CA
Shasta-Trinity National Forest, Yolla Bolla Ranger District posts restrictions on overnight use here -- check the current order before committing.
A 13.7-mile stretch of gravel National Forest road in Trinity County, CA.
11.6 of the 13.7 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Mostly gravel, with 5.6 miles of dirt. Climbs 3,600 ft over 13.7 miles -- sustained grades near 18%, with pitches to 31%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~180 ft on the downhill side. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. Winds through 5 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.
Black Rock Mountain stands 4,208 ft above the site, 5.9 miles southeast. South Fork Trinity River runs 0.4 mi off. The nearest town, Hayfork, is 22 mi off.
September normals 46–81°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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