Within Coconino National Forest, Forest Road 9549 operates as a dispersed camping area managed by the US Forest Service at no cost to visitors. The site features both forested and open terrain accessible by vehicle, though recent changes have affected its availability. A 2024 visitor reported that no camping signs have been posted and the road now functions as the designated Outlaw OHV Trail for off-highway vehicles.
The restriction on pets applies to campers who can still access the area. For those seeking established camping near Sedona, nearby Sedona Boondock sits less than half a mile east.
Description
While much of the Forest is open to dispersed camping, there are several sites set aside as designated dispersed camping sites, listed below. Pick up or download a free Motor Vehicle Use Map to know where it is legal to drive. See Guidelines for information and policies, and Specific Sites for more details and contact information.
Know before you go! Be aware extreme winter weather or flooding risks can necessitate the closure of forest roads at different times of the year. Many forest roads that lead to dispersed campsites may be closed during seasonal road closures, so please check the Forest Road Status web page for more information about the status of forest roads in each District.
Fire restrictions may be in place. During fire restrictions, campfires, fires, and charcoal fires are not permitted in dispersed camping areas. This includes both Stage 1 and Stage 2 Fire Restrictions. Gas operated devices with an on/off switch are allowed
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Location
Dispersed CampingForest Road 9549 is located in Arizona
Coordinates
34.89656049 N
111.9122522 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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- Verizon5GGood CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 3/9/26
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 8 usersLast on 5/1/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
Features
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
We curate permit requirements across the US for our PRO members. Try PRO to see if Forest Road 9549 needs a permit.
Drive Time
- 1 hr 12 min from Flagstaff, AZ
- 1 hr 13 min from Prescott Valley, AZ
- 1 hr 48 min from Phoenix, AZ
- 4 hrs 6 min from Lake Havasu City, AZ
