Narrow Gauge (FR 000318) in AZ -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Arizona

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Narrow Gauge (FR 000318) in AZ

Prescott NF, Chino Valley Ranger District
5,338 ft
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A 17.2-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Yavapai County, AZ. The road serves Saint Matthews Mountain.

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

All 17.2 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (17.2 miles). Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~110 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 10 switchbacks. Water crossings 14.7 and 14.7 miles in.

Saint Matthews Mountain stands 966 ft above the site, 0.9 miles north. Exposed here -- the nearest through road is 0.0 miles off. Travellers have camped along here. The nearest town, Chino Valley, is 8.9 mi off.

September normals 54–83°F, 1.8″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

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Fire restrictions

Set by Prescott National Forest, Chino Valley 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?