Shultz Creek (FR 24S35) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
Shultz Creek (FR 24S35) in CA
A 15.4-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Tulare County, CA. The road serves Tip Top Mine. 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 15.4 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (15.4 miles). Climbs 1,700 ft over 15.4 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 39%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~130 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 32 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.
Sunday Peak stands 1,991 ft above the site, 2.5 miles southwest. Private here -- the nearest through road is 0.8 miles off. Schultz Creek runs 1.1 mi off. The nearest town, Wofford Heights, is 7.9 mi off.
September normals 48–75°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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