Genoa Peak Road (FR 41036) in NV -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Nevada
Genoa Peak Road (FR 41036) in NV
A 3.7-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Douglas County, NV. The road is open seasonally, June 1 to November 15.
Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Carson Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
All 3.7 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (3.7 miles). Climbs 1,000 ft over 3.7 miles -- sustained grades near 18%, with pitches to 25%. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.
Secluded here -- the nearest through road is 2.4 miles off. South Camp Peak stands 862 ft above the site, 0.9 miles south. A body of water lies 0.4 mi off. Night skies measure Bortle 2 -- true dark-sky territory. The nearest town, Genoa, is 4.6 mi off.
September normals 43–67°F, 0.6″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
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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