South Fk Mckittrick (FR 1269) in VA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Virginia
South Fk Mckittrick (FR 1269) in VA
A 2.2-mile stretch of gravel National Forest road in Augusta County, VA. The road serves Castle Spring. The road is open seasonally, October 1 to December 31.
George Washington and Jefferson National Forest, North River Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days. Camp at least 100 ft from water.
All 2.2 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Gravel the whole way in (2.2 miles). Climbs 640 ft over 2.2 miles -- sustained grades near 16%, with pitches to 49%. Level ground alongside most of its length. Winds through 3 switchbacks. A gate at the start of the road.
Private here -- the nearest through road is 1.9 miles off. Crawford Knob stands 2,052 ft above the site, 3.2 miles west. A body of water lies 0.5 mi off. Night skies measure Bortle 3 -- a dark rural sky. The nearest town, Staunton, is 9.3 mi off.
September normals 54–77°F, 3.9″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by George Washington and Jefferson National Forest, North River Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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