Free Camping Collection
Established Camping
Forest Service Road 253 Dispersed
Closed For the Season
This campground is closed for the season from November 2, 2024 through March 31, 2025.
Closed For the Season
This campground is closed for the season from November 2, 2024 through March 31, 2025.
Forest Service Road 253 Dispersed is located in the Coconino National Forest, featuring a terrain of pine forests and rocky outcrops. Temperatures range from lows of 20°F in winter to highs of 85°F in summer. Nearby attractions include the scenic Oak Creek Canyon and the historic town of Sedona.
Description
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?
Location
Forest Service Road 253 Dispersed is located in Arizona
Coordinates
34.96871334837469 N
111.69388166812621 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Stay Connected
- WiFiUnknown
- VerizonGood
- AT&TGood
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Phone Service
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly
FREE established camping
Enjoy camping on government land. Limited or no services at this camping area.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
We curate permit requirements across the US for our PRO members. Try PRO to see if Forest Service Road 253 Dispersed needs a permit.
Drive Time
- 14 min from Flagstaff
- 58 min from Prescott Valley
- 1 hr 33 min from Phoenix
- 3 hrs 8 min from Lake Havasu City
