Lost Tank (FR 4198) in AZ -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Arizona
Lost Tank (FR 4198) in AZ
Coronado National Forest, Nogales Ranger District administers this ground -- we don't have a verified rule for this spot.
A 3.3-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Santa Cruz County, AZ. The road serves Split Tank.
All 3.3 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (3.3 miles). Climbs 490 ft over 3.3 miles -- sustained grades near 20%, with pitches to 27%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~110 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 4 switchbacks. A water crossing 1.3 miles in.
Secluded here -- the nearest through road is 2.2 miles off. Ramanote Peak stands 1,873 ft above the site, 3.2 miles west. The Mesa Side Tank shoreline is 0.5 mi off. Night skies measure Bortle 2 -- true dark-sky territory. The nearest town, Rio Rico, is 5.6 mi off.
September normals 62–88°F, 2.2″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Coronado National Forest, Nogales Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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