Forest Road 553 provides dispersed camping access within Coconino National Forest, managed by the US Forest Service as a drive-in site. Campers can establish sites along this forest road system, following Leave No Trace principles for dispersed camping. The location puts visitors in proximity to several other dispersed options, including Lockett Meadow Dispersed Camping just over a mile north. Standard forest service regulations apply for campfire restrictions and waste disposal. Those seeking additional forest camping can explore campgrounds around Coconino National Forest for comparison options.
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Map & DirectionsJack Smith Springs Forest Road 553 is located in Arizona near Flagstaff
Coordinates
35.35550836 N
111.5897249 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
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 Jack Smith Springs Forest Road 553 needs a permit.
Drive Time
- 15 min from Flagstaff, AZ
- 1 hr 28 min from Prescott Valley, AZ
- 2 hrs 3 min from Phoenix, AZ
- 3 hrs 56 min from St. George, UT
