Independence Drive (FR 56160) in NV -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Nevada

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Independence Drive (FR 56160) in NV

Humboldt-Toiyabe NF, Mountain City-Ruby Mountains-Jarbidge Ranger District
7,185 ft
Maps
Overnight camping allowedRUTTED
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A 6.7-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Elko County, NV.

Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Mountain City-Ruby Mountains-Jarbidge Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.

All 6.7 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (6.7 miles). Climbs 2,100 ft over 6.7 miles -- sustained grades near 28%, with pitches to 35%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~100 ft on the downhill side.

Private here -- the nearest through road is 1.1 miles off. McAfee Peak stands 3,253 ft above the site, 5.0 miles east. A body of water lies 1.2 mi off. The nearest town, Owyhee, is 27 mi off.

September normals 40–68°F, 0.9″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

Nearby Spots
Jack Creek Campground in NVCampground1.7miJack Creek - North Fork (FR 56473) in NVForest Road Road2.0miMarsh Creek (FR 56816) in NVDispersed Camping5.1miNorth Fork Pratt Creek (FR 56158) in NVForest Road Road5.1miSnow Canyon (FR 56881) in NVDispersed Camping7.9mi
Fire restrictions

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.

fs.usda.gov
Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?