Off Highway 89A, a steep, rocky incline leads to this elevated dispersed camping area within Coconino National Forest. The climb requires four-wheel drive capability, as multiple campers note the bumpy, challenging ascent that shakes vehicles and cargo during the approach.
The elevated position provides expansive valley views to the west and red rock formations visible to the east. Al L. describes waking to "a hot air balloon landing in the valley below" that "flew so close I thought I could touch it." The sites themselves present leveling challenges, with uneven ground that often requires blocks or careful positioning. Limited space means only a handful of camping spots exist, and Sarah M. found the area "crowded" during her November visit.
Cell service runs minimal, with AT&T registering about half a bar of LTE coverage according to one reviewer. The area experiences rifle shots from the valley below, likely from hunters or target practice at a distance. Some sites offer partial shade from juniper trees, while others remain fully exposed. For campers exploring the broader region, this free site provides access to dispersed spots near Coconino National Forest and serves as a base for Sedona-area activities. The combination of challenging access and limited capacity means arriving with backup plans makes sense.
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Location
Dispersed Camping89A USFS Dispersed Site is located in Arizona
Coordinates
34.805990098189014 N
111.91262204389344 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 23 usersLast on 4/25/26- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 29 usersLast on 4/25/26
AT&TLTEGood CoverageVerified by 19 usersLast on 4/25/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 23 usersLast on 4/25/26
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 29 usersLast on 4/25/26
- AT&TLTEGood CoverageVerified by 19 usersLast on 4/25/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Alcohol
- Pets
DISPERSED CAMPING
Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
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Drive Time
- 50 min from Prescott Valley, AZ
- 51 min from Flagstaff, AZ
- 1 hr 25 min from Phoenix, AZ
- 3 hrs 43 min from Lake Havasu City, AZ
