Powderhorn (FR 23S15) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California

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Powderhorn (FR 23S15) in CA

Sequoia NF, Western Divide Ranger District
6,233 ft
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A 2.1-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Tulare County, CA. The road serves Thompson Camp Spring.

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

All 2.1 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (2.1 miles). Climbs 250 ft over 2.1 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 17%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~110 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 3 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.

Meadow Creek runs 1.0 mi off. Parker Peak stands 1,373 ft above the site, 2.6 miles northwest. The nearest town, Wofford Heights, is 18 mi off.

September normals 48–74°F, 0.2″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

Nearby Spots
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Fire restrictions

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.

fs.usda.gov
Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?