Kings Canyon Road (FR 41039) in NV -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Nevada

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Kings Canyon Road (FR 41039) in NV

Humboldt-Toiyabe NF, Carson Ranger District
5,398 ft
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A 9.4-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Carson City County, NV.

Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Carson Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.

All 9.4 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (9.4 miles). Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~150 ft on the downhill side. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. Winds through 3 switchbacks.

Snow Valley Peak stands 3,815 ft above the site, 3.6 miles west. A well-travelled stretch -- travellers have camped along here. Night skies measure Bortle 4 -- a rural sky with a glow on the horizon. Taylor Spring lies 1.2 mi off. The nearest town, Carson City, is 3.6 mi off.

September normals 49–77°F, 0.5″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

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Fire restrictions

Set by Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Carson 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?