Copper Mine (FR 19S29) — Western Divide in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California

A 1.2-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Tulare County, CA. The road serves Old Copper Mine.

Sequoia National Forest, Western Divide Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.

All 1.2 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (1.2 miles). Climbs 0 ft over 1.2 miles -- sustained grades near 26%, with pitches to 33%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~190 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.

Maggie Mountain stands 4,047 ft above the site, 3.0 miles northeast. Private here -- the nearest through road is 1.1 miles off. Galena Creek runs 0.5 mi off. The nearest town, Three Rivers, is 19 mi off.