Long Dry Canyon Road (FR 42085) in NV -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Nevada
Long Dry Canyon Road (FR 42085) in NV
A 5.7-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Douglas County, NV.
Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Bridgeport Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
All 5.7 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (5.7 miles). Climbs 1,700 ft over 5.7 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 15%. Level ground alongside most of its length. Winds through 4 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.
Secluded here -- the nearest through road is 2.4 miles off. Desert Creek Peak stands 3,690 ft above the site, 8.1 miles southeast. The nearest town, Topaz Ranch Estates, is 5.3 mi off.
September normals 45–80°F, 0.2″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Bridgeport Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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