Smith Meadow (FR 20S39) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California
Smith Meadow (FR 20S39) in CA
A 4.5-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Tulare County, CA. The road serves Granite Knob.
Sequoia National Forest, Kern River Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
1.8 of the 4.5 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (4.5 miles). Climbs 630 ft over 4.5 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 19%. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.
Smith Mountain stands 1,207 ft above the site, 1.3 miles southeast. Private here -- the nearest through road is 0.9 miles off. The nearest town, Lone Pine, is 32 mi off.
September normals 37–69°F, 0.2″ 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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