Pitchfork Ridge (FR 6502) in AZ -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Arizona

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Pitchfork Ridge (FR 6502) in AZ

Coronado NF, Safford Ranger District
5,417 ft
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A 2.9-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Graham County, AZ. The road serves Hog Canyon Tank.

Coronado National Forest, Safford Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 60 days. Camp at least 200 ft from water.

All 2.9 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (2.9 miles). Climbs 1,000 ft over 2.9 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 19%. Winds through 5 switchbacks.

Heliograph Peak stands 4,596 ft above the site, 3.9 miles northeast. Private here -- the nearest through road is 0.6 miles off. Hog Canyon Tank lies 1.2 mi off. The nearest town, Swift Trail Junction, is 13 mi off.

September normals 58–85°F, 1.5″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

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Fire restrictions

Set by Coronado National Forest, Safford Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.

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Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?