Rincon (FR 24S89) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
Rincon (FR 24S89) in CA
Sequoia National Forest, Kern River Ranger District allows overnight stays only at the designated sites here (North Fork Kern Wild and Scenic River Camping Prohibited Area).
A 1.3-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Tulare County, CA. The road serves Rincon Trailhead.
All 1.3 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (1.3 miles). Climbs 380 ft over 1.3 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 16%. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. Winds through 6 switchbacks.
Baker Point stands 4,431 ft above the site, 3.5 miles southwest. Kern River runs 0.1 mi off. Travellers have camped along here. The nearest town, Wofford Heights, is 13 mi off.
September normals 61–87°F, 0.1″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Sequoia National Forest, Kern River Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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