Dry Creek (FR 19N25) in CA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in California

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Dry Creek (FR 19N25) in CA

Plumas NF, Feather River Ranger District
2,543 ft
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Overnight camping allowedRUTTED
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A 1.4-mile stretch of gravel National Forest road in Yuba County, CA. The road serves Pike County Peak.

Plumas National Forest, Feather River Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 365 days.

All 1.4 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Gravel the whole way in (1.4 miles). Climbs 100 ft over 1.4 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 20%.

Pike County Peak stands 1,152 ft above the site, 1.0 miles east. A body of water lies 0.6 mi off. Night skies measure Bortle 3 -- a dark rural sky. The nearest town, Kelly Ridge, is 14 mi off.

September normals 5685°F, 0.4″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

Fire restrictions

Set by Plumas National Forest, Feather River 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?