Craig Mining (FR 43368) in NV -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Nevada
Craig Mining (FR 43368) in NV
A 6.2-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Nye County, NV. The road serves Fowler Spring.
Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Austin-Tonopah Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
All 6.2 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (6.2 miles). Climbs 1,700 ft over 6.2 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 21%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~130 ft on the downhill side. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. Winds through 13 switchbacks.
Sherman Peak stands 2,772 ft above the site, 3.4 miles northeast. Private here -- the nearest through road is 1.6 miles off. Green Spring lies 0.4 mi off. The nearest town, Hawthorne, is 51 mi off.
September normals 48–80°F, 0.6″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
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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