Big Spring-Flagstaff Loop (FR 43379) in NV -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Nevada

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Big Spring-Flagstaff Loop (FR 43379) in NV

Humboldt-Toiyabe NF, Austin-Tonopah Ranger District
7,110 ft
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A 7.7-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Nye County, NV.

Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Austin-Tonopah Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.

All 7.7 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (7.7 miles). Climbs 1,300 ft over 7.7 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 30%. Winds through 6 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.

Secluded here -- no through road within 3.7 miles. Big Spring lies 0.1 mi off. Fairview Peak stands 647 ft above the site, 1.1 miles southwest. The nearest town, Hawthorne, is 57 mi off.

September normals 43–74°F, 0.6″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

Nearby Spots
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Fire restrictions

Set by Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Austin-Tonopah Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.

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Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?