Forest Service Road 253 Dispersed

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USDA Forest Service

Coconino National Forest

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. Where can I have a campfire during Stage I Fire Restrictions?

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Ben S.

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Reviewed Sep. 27, 2023

One of my favorite places to camp!

This is definitely the place we camp the most!

Just a few miles North of Munds Park, AZ, this dispersed camping area has several trails all around and dozens of campsites available. I mean dozens!

This is a fantastic area for group camping as there are several areas to choose from and there's always room/availability.

There's also a pond in the middle of this camping area, we like to build little boats and try to sail them across the pond, or just drive around in on our quads.

Pros:

- Cell service

- Minutes from the freeway

- Quiet and plenty of room for everyone

- Free

- Lots of riding trails on both sides of the freeway

- Great for group camping

- Easy on the RVs (less than 1 minute driving on dirt road)

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