Iron King Mine (FR 009404) in AZ -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Arizona
Iron King Mine (FR 009404) in AZ
A 33.5-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 33.5 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (33.5 miles). Climbs 8,300 ft over 33.5 miles -- sustained grades near 20%, with pitches to 48%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~130 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 22 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch. A water crossing 18.9 miles in.
A well-travelled stretch -- travellers have camped along here. Collins Spring lies 0.7 mi off. Lookout Mountain stands 3,452 ft above the site, 9.3 miles northeast. The nearest town, Wilhoit, is 5.0 mi off.
September normals 60–87°F, 1.6″ 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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