FR 09513 — Windmill Mountain in AZ -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Arizona
FR 09513 — Windmill Mountain in AZ
An 8.4-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Yavapai County, AZ.
Coconino National Forest, Red Rock Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
All 8.4 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (8.4 miles). Climbs 1,200 ft over 8.4 miles -- sustained grades near 16%, with pitches to 29%. Level ground alongside most of its length. Water crossings 2.9, 4.2, 4.7, 7.6 and 7.7 miles in.
Verde River runs 0.9 mi off. Woodchute Mountain stands 4,232 ft above the site, 8.9 miles southwest. Travellers have camped along here. The nearest town, Clarkdale, is 4.7 mi off.
September normals 58–92°F, 1.4″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Coconino National Forest, Red Rock Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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