FR 9711000 — Modoc Benchmark in OR -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Oregon
FR 9711000 — Modoc Benchmark in OR
A 6.9-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Klamath County, OR.
Fremont-Winema National Forest, Chiloquin Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit.
All 6.9 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (6.9 miles). Climbs 840 ft over 6.9 miles -- sustained grades near 16%, with pitches to 21%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~110 ft on the downhill side.
Private here -- the nearest through road is 0.9 miles off. The nearest town, Klamath Falls, is 19 mi off.
September normals 36–71°F, 0.6″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Fremont-Winema National Forest, Chiloquin Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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