East Lion (FR 24S23) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
East Lion (FR 24S23) in CA
A 5.2-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Tulare County, CA. The road serves Sugarloaf Winter Sports Trailhead.
Sequoia National Forest, Western Divide Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
All 5.2 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (5.2 miles). Climbs 650 ft over 5.2 miles -- sustained grades near 24%, with pitches to 44%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~110 ft on the downhill side. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. Winds through 11 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.
Bull Run Peak stands 1,809 ft above the site, 1.4 miles east. Private here -- the nearest through road is 1.2 miles off. The nearest town, Wofford Heights, is 11 mi off.
September normals 48–75°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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