FR 009003 — Gaddes Spring in AZ -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Arizona

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FR 009003 — Gaddes Spring in AZ

Prescott NF, Verde Ranger District
6,742 ft
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Overnight camping allowedRUTTED
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A 2.1-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Yavapai County, AZ.

Prescott National Forest, Verde Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.

All 2.1 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (2.1 miles). Level ground alongside most of its length. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.

Burnt Tank lies 0.1 mi off. A well-travelled stretch -- travellers have camped along here. Mingus Mountain stands 1,072 ft above the site, 2.7 miles northeast. The nearest town, Clarkdale, is 7.5 mi off.

September normals 52–77°F, 2.1″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

Nearby Spots
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Fire restrictions

Set by Prescott National Forest, Verde Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.

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Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?