Jernigan (FR 661) in AZ -- Camping Rules & Access in Arizona
Jernigan (FR 661) in AZ
Why
U.S. Forest Service opens most of its land to dispersed camping unless a local order restricts it. Check the unit's current orders before you commit.All 12.8 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles, dirt the whole way. Level ground alongside most of its length. Winds through 12 switchbacks. Dead-end road with no mapped turnaround, so expect to back out or unhitch. Gates 6.8 and 6.9 miles in. Cattle guards 7.8 and 9.7 miles in.
Greasewood Mountain stands 2,150 ft above the site, 2.7 miles east. A well-travelled stretch, with camps along here. Private here, with the nearest through road 2.0 miles off. Horse Pasture Tank lies 0.8 mi off.
Coronado National Forest, Safford Ranger District: There is a 14-day stay limit per 60-day period. No camping within 1 mile of a developed campground or administrative site unless posted otherwise. No camping within 200 feet of a water source, including water tanks. If roadside camping, vehicles must remain within 300 feet from the centerline of the road.
| Fire restrictions | Set by Coronado National Forest, Safford Ranger District. Check current orders |
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September normals 58–84°F, 1.4″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.