This free dispersed camping area sits along Ash Canyon Road in Coronado National Forest, accessible by vehicle though the road narrows significantly as it climbs. Campers report limited spots available due to private property boundaries along the route. The road leads to wilderness access and a trailhead at its terminus.
Sites include fire rings, and the forested terrain provides some natural screening. RV access proves challenging on the narrow upper sections of the road, with one reviewer noting difficulty maneuvering a 32-foot motorhome. Early morning traffic from hikers and day visitors heading up the canyon creates activity starting around 5 AM. For more established camping, Miller Canyon Road offers additional dispersed options three miles north.
Description
You may camp outside of developed areas across most of the Coronado National Forest at no charge. We recommend that you stop in to one of our five ranger stations to pick up a free travel management map so that you are aware where vehicles are and are not permitted. Potable water, restrooms, and other amenities are not available at dispersed sites. If you choose to camp outside developed areas, be sure to bring adequate water or be prepared to purify any water source before drinking. No permits are required to camp in wilderness areas. The Coronado National Forest has a 14-day stay limit on all camping. Areas designated as “Day Use Only” are limited to posted hours, no overnight use.
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Location
Dispersed CampingAsh Canyon Road Dispersed is located in Arizona
Coordinates
31.38602035 N
110.2414834 W
Connectivity
T-MobileLTESome Coverage- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 4/24/26
AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileLTESome Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 4/24/26
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Phone Service
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
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
- 17 min from Sierra Vista, AZ
- 1 hr 12 min from Tucson, AZ
- 3 hrs 6 min from Phoenix, AZ
- 3 hrs 49 min from Las Cruces, NM
