Cone Peak Road (FR 41029) in NV -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Nevada
Cone Peak Road (FR 41029) in NV
A 7.4-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Washoe County, NV.
Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Carson Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
All 7.4 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (7.4 miles). Climbs 940 ft over 7.4 miles -- sustained grades near 16%, with pitches to 43%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~150 ft on the downhill side. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. Winds through 10 switchbacks. A water crossing 6 miles in.
Cone Peak stands 653 ft above the site, 0.7 miles north. Private here -- the nearest through road is 1.4 miles off. Night skies measure Bortle 3 -- a dark rural sky. The nearest town, Verdi, is 4.7 mi off.
September normals 37–72°F, 0.4″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Carson Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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