FR 21S94 — Onion Meadow Peak in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
FR 21S94 — Onion Meadow Peak in CA
A 21.2-mile stretch of graded 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.
3.9 of the 21.2 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Mostly graded dirt, with 3.9 miles of dirt. Climbs 2,400 ft over 21.2 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 27%. 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 42 switchbacks.
Slate Mountain stands 4,592 ft above the site, 3.9 miles southeast. Coy Creek runs 0.4 mi off. The nearest town, East Porterville, is 21 mi off.
September normals 56–82°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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