Campo Bonito (FR 639) in AZ -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Arizona
Campo Bonito (FR 639) in AZ
A 7.3-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Pinal County, AZ. The road serves Miner's Grave.
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 7.3 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (7.3 miles). Climbs 1,700 ft over 7.3 miles -- sustained grades near 16%, with pitches to 19%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~110 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 4 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch. A gate 0.5 miles in. A water crossing 3.8 miles in.
Apache Peak stands 1,330 ft above the site, 0.8 miles south. The nearest town, Oracle, is 3.7 mi off.
September normals 60–84°F, 2.2″ 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.
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