Bearpaw MTN (FR 56999) in NV -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Nevada
Bearpaw MTN (FR 56999) in NV
A 2.1-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Elko County, NV. The road serves Bearpaw Mountain.
Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Mountain City-Ruby Mountains-Jarbidge Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
All 2.1 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (2.1 miles). Climbs 540 ft over 2.1 miles -- sustained grades near 22%, with pitches to 28%. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.
The nearest town, Owyhee, is 31 mi off.
September normals 37–69°F, 0.8″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Mountain City-Ruby Mountains-Jarbidge Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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