Edward's Park (FR 422) in AZ -- Camping Rules & Access
Edward's Park (FR 422) in AZ
Road corridorTonto NF
7.9 mi from Tonto Basin
Maps 5,690 ft
Dispersed camping generally allowed
U.S. Forest Service default; a local order can restrict it.
Stay limit: 14 days · within 30 days
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Road Access
Difficult
- All 11.6 miles of this road are maintained for high-clearance vehicles, dirt the whole way.
- Estimated climb: 1,500 ft over 11.6 miles through 18 switchbacks, with sustained grades near 16% and pitches to 24%.
- Terrain estimates show roadside drops of up to ~130 ft on the downhill side.
- A cattle guard at the start of the road.
- Water crossings 10.7, 11, 11.2 and 11.3 miles along the road.
Setting
Secluded
- Secluded here, with the nearest through road 3.0 miles off.
- Four Peaks stands 1,947 ft above the map pin, 3.4 miles south.
- Middle Water Spring lies 0.7 mi off.
- Estimated night sky: Bortle 2, true dark-sky territory.
Climate averages
October normals 44–74°F, 1.2″ precipitation. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.