South California (FR 56154) in NV -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Nevada

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South California (FR 56154) in NV

Humboldt-Toiyabe NF, Mountain City-Ruby Mountains-Jarbidge Ranger District
7,305 ft
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Overnight camping allowedRUTTED
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An 11.5-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Elko County, NV. The road serves Mahoney Spring.

Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Mountain City-Ruby Mountains-Jarbidge Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.

All 11.5 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (11.5 miles). Climbs 3,600 ft over 11.5 miles -- sustained grades near 24%, with pitches to 47%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~120 ft on the downhill side.

California Mountain stands 1,211 ft above the site, 0.7 miles southeast. Private here -- the nearest through road is 0.9 miles off. The nearest town, Osino, is 35 mi off.

September normals 44–68°F, 1.1″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

Nearby Spots
Winter Creek (FR 56135) in NVDispersed Camping2.2miWinters Creek RD (FR 56156) in NVDispersed Camping3.7miGance Creek (FR 56868) in NVForest Road Road3.8miJerritt Canyon (FR 56875) in NVForest Road Road4.6miMahala Creek (FR 56876) in NVDispersed Camping5.0mi
Fire restrictions

Set by Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Mountain City-Ruby Mountains-Jarbidge Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.

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Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?