Ventura Mine (FR 4678) in AZ -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Arizona

A 2.6-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Santa Cruz County, AZ.

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 2.6 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (2.6 miles). Climbs 1,400 ft over 2.6 miles -- sustained grades near 24%, with pitches to 52%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~130 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 5 switchbacks. A water crossing 0.8 miles in.

Secluded here -- the nearest through road is 2.2 miles off. Maggies Tank lies 0.5 mi off. Night skies measure Bortle 2 -- true dark-sky territory. American Peak stands 1,906 ft above the site, 4.3 miles east. The nearest town, Nogales, is 11 mi off.