US Forest ServiceFreeTahoe National Forest
Sierra Buttes Dispersed
Downieville, California, California6,044 ft🗓 Jun–Oct
About this site
Tahoe NF dispersed camping near the iconic Sierra Buttes spires. OHV access, panoramic views at 8,000+ ft.
Peak season temperatures
77°F
Avg high
50°F
Avg low
Verified historical climate data for this campsite location.
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Wildlife in the area
Research-grade verified observations from iNaturalist near this campsite.
American MinkVaried ThrushEvening GrosbeakBuffleheadPine GrosbeakWestern Toad
Activities
OHV RidingHikingMountain BikingPhotography
Amenities
OHV AccessFire RingSummit Views
Site types
TentCar CampOHV
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Quick facts
- Land manager
- US Forest Service
- Managing unit
- Tahoe National Forest
- Fee
- Free — no reservation
- Season
- Jun–Oct
- Elevation
- 6,044 ft
- Peak temps
- 50°–77°F
- Rating
- 4.5 (41)
- Coordinates
- 39.6234, -120.6234
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