Redrock Canyon (FR 138) in AZ -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Arizona
Redrock Canyon (FR 138) in AZ
A 6.4-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Santa Cruz County, AZ. The road serves Candelerio Peak.
Coronado National Forest, Sierra Vista 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 6.4 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (6.4 miles). Climbs 1,200 ft over 6.4 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 23%. Winds through 4 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch. Water crossings 0, 0.2, 1, 1.1, 1.3, 1.3, 1.9 and 3.1 miles in. A cattle guard 2.1 miles in.
Kunde Mountain stands 1,161 ft above the site, 1.0 miles southeast. Secluded here -- the nearest through road is 2.5 miles off. The nearest town, Rio Rico, is 17 mi off.
September normals 58–87°F, 1.7″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Coronado National Forest, Sierra Vista Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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