Dispersed camping enthusiasts will find CA-139 Pull Off Area positioned directly alongside Highway 139, managed by the Bureau of Land Management as a free overnight option. The unmarked site accommodates approximately 5-6 spaces accessed via rutted dirt roads that require standard clearance vehicles, with no facilities provided including restrooms, water, or trash service.
Traffic noise from the adjacent highway typically subsides by 10-11 PM, though occasional horn honking occurs throughout the night. Campers report hearing gunshots around 9 PM lasting about an hour, attributed to local nighttime hunting activities. The area serves primarily as a rest stop for travelers, with most visitors staying just one night. Cell service is available, and the site allows campfires, pets, and alcohol while remaining accessible to larger RVs despite the rough access roads.
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Location
Dispersed CampingCA-139 Pull Off Area is located in California
Coordinates
40.46176205115444 N
120.57910937728334 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Phone Service
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Big Rig Friendly
DISPERSED CAMPING
Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
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Drive Time
- 1 hr 33 min from Reno, NV
- 1 hr 56 min from Carson City, NV
- 2 hrs 25 min from Redding, CA
