Big Bug Mesa (FR 000103) in AZ -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Arizona
Big Bug Mesa (FR 000103) in AZ
A 10.2-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Yavapai County, AZ.
Prescott National Forest, Bradshaw Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
All 10.2 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (10.2 miles). Climbs 630 ft over 10.2 miles -- sustained grades near 20%, with pitches to 54%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~150 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 3 switchbacks.
Mount Davis stands 1,015 ft above the site, 0.8 miles northwest. A well-travelled stretch -- travellers have camped along here. Private here -- the nearest through road is 1.7 miles off. Bones Spring lies 0.6 mi off. The nearest town, Dewey-Humboldt, is 10 mi off.
September normals 50–76°F, 2.3″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Prescott National Forest, Bradshaw Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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