S.d. Canyon (FR 23S32) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
S.d. Canyon (FR 23S32) in CA
A 4.0-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Tulare County, CA. The road serves Lion Spring. The road is open seasonally, April 15 to December 31.
Sequoia National Forest, Western Divide Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
All 4 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (4 miles). Climbs 840 ft over 4 miles -- sustained grades near 16%, with pitches to 31%. 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 7 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.
Tobias Peak stands 1,255 ft above the site, 3.3 miles south. The nearest town, Wofford Heights, is 13 mi off.
September normals 52–71°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.
fs.usda.gov