Donovan Ridge (FR 4447) in AZ -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Arizona
Donovan Ridge (FR 4447) in AZ
A 1.2-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Pima County, AZ. The road serves Donovan's Camp.
Coronado National Forest, Santa Catalina Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 60 days. Camp at least 200 ft from water, 5,280 ft from a developed campground.
All 1.2 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (1.2 miles). Climbs 430 ft over 1.2 miles -- sustained grades near 18%, with pitches to 19%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~110 ft on the downhill side. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.
Secluded here -- the nearest through road is 3.2 miles off. Green Mountain stands 4,023 ft above the site, 6.7 miles west. Donovan Tank lies 0.4 mi off. The nearest town, Tanque Verde, is 13 mi off.
September normals 62–89°F, 1.7″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Coronado National Forest, Santa Catalina Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
fs.usda.gov