Cold Springs Peak (FR 23S51) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
Cold Springs Peak (FR 23S51) in CA
A 0.9-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Tulare County, CA.
Sequoia National Forest, Western Divide Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
All 0.9 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (0.9 miles). Climbs 130 ft over 0.9 miles -- sustained grades near 16%, with pitches to 19%. 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.
Cold Springs Peak stands 602 ft above the site, 0.7 miles northeast. Chute Spring lies 0.4 mi off. The nearest town, Wofford Heights, is 18 mi off.
September normals 54–79°F, 0.2″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Sequoia National Forest, Western Divide Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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