Mule Meadow (FR 22S74) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
Mule Meadow (FR 22S74) in CA
A 4.5-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Tulare County, CA. The road serves Onion Meadow Peak.
Sequoia National Forest, Western Divide Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
All 4.5 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (4.5 miles). Climbs 470 ft over 4.5 miles -- sustained grades near 20%, with pitches to 37%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~110 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 12 switchbacks.
Onion Meadow Peak stands 777 ft above the site, 0.6 miles northwest. Private here -- the nearest through road is 0.9 miles off. The nearest town, East Porterville, is 21 mi off.
September normals 45–71°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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