Davis Canyon (FR 23S53) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
Davis Canyon (FR 23S53) in CA
A 3.5-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Tulare County, CA. The road serves Tobias Peak. The road is open seasonally, April 15 to December 31.
Sequoia National Forest, Western Divide Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
All 3.5 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (3.5 miles). Climbs 610 ft over 3.5 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 26%. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. Winds through 3 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch. A gate 0.8 miles in.
Baker Ridge stands 1,462 ft above the site, 2.0 miles southeast. The nearest town, Wofford Heights, is 12 mi off.
September normals 54–73°F, 0.3″ 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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