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Rainbow Ridge Opal (NV Site 23)

by JerrySeptember 26, 2011 Gem Trails by State

Directions: The book directions are fine and the site is easily reached. Mitchell doesn’t mention that the campground is available and free (first come basis). Dry camping only, but water is available and there is a shower room and a warm spring fed pool.
Date: June 2011
Notes: The weather was perfect in early June, but it [...]

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Richardson’s Ranch (OR R1 Site 9)

by JerryMarch 11, 2009 Gem Trails by State

Directions: You will have no trouble locating Richardson’s following the map. There are also signs along the highway. Take the Hay Creek Rd turn and go a mile to the ranch. They are still providing free overnight camping for customers at Richardson’s.
Google Map
Date: August 2007
Notes: Richardson’s will not disappoint. There are numerous egg beds and [...]

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Gold Basin (S CA Site 7)

by JerryMarch 7, 2009 California - Southern

Directions: Mitchell’s directions will get you to Site A and Site C, but we don’t think Site B exists. There simply is no road to the east of CA SR 78 at the indicated mileage, nor for a mile in either direction. At Site A we chose to park below the steep hill and walk [...]

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