Buck Creek Divide (FR 58279) in NV -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Nevada
Buck Creek Divide (FR 58279) in NV
U.S. Forest Service administers this ground -- we don't have a verified rule for this spot.
A 5.0-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Elko County, NV. The road serves Deer Mountain.
All 5 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (5 miles). Climbs 1,600 ft over 5 miles -- sustained grades near 26%, with pitches to 33%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~120 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 4 switchbacks.
Deer Mountain stands 1,052 ft above the site, 1.1 miles southwest. Private here -- the nearest through road is 1.2 miles off. The nearest town, Owyhee, is 38 mi off.
September normals 38–65°F, 1.2″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by U.S. Forest Service. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
fs.usda.gov