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Wing Mountain Dispersed Camping
Wing Mountain Dispersed Camping, near Flagstaff, Arizona, offers a rugged outdoor experience for those looking to escape into nature. This area is surrounded by stunning landscapes, with plenty of space to set up camp and enjoy the great outdoors.
Visitors often mention the abundance of camping spots available, making it easy to find a secluded place to unwind. While the area is beautiful, some campers have noted that noise from nearby activities, like shooting, can be a factor, especially during the day. As one camper put it, “The area is beautiful. Plenty of sites and space.”
The location is perfect for those who enjoy exploring, with dirt roads leading to various trails and scenic views. Campers have reported good cell service, which can be a nice perk if you need to stay connected. Just remember, there are no amenities like water or trash disposal, so be prepared to pack in and pack out.
If you’re up for a little adventure, Wing Mountain is a solid choice for those who appreciate a more rustic camping experience. Just keep in mind that it’s a place for those comfortable with a bit of noise and the wild side of nature.
Description
USDA Forest Service
Coconino National Forest Recreation
Looking for a camping spot in the woods with easy access to some of the Flagstaff area's fantastic trails and recreation opportunities along US 180? The Wing Mountain area southwest of the San Francisco Peaks offers fantastic dispersed camping along Forest Roads (FRs) 222__and 171, suitable for tents, campers, and recreational vehicles.Wing Mountain is a prominent cinder cone volcano located approximately six miles southwest of the San Francisco Peaks, rising to an elevation of 8,560 feet. The mountain is surrounded by ponderosa pine forest on fairly level terrain at approximately__7,600 feet.__FR__222__and FR 171: Easy to navigate, with fairly smooth, wide dirt roads offering areas where you may pull your vehicle and rig up to 300 feet off the road (refered to as "camping corridors" on the Motor Vehicle Use Map).Western end__of FR 222A (between FR 171 and FR 519): Easy to navigate and offers areas suitable for everything from tents to recreational vehicles.Northern end of FR 222A (near FR 222) and western end of FR 9001P (near FR 171): These roads are narrower and rougher, and more suited to tent or small trailer camping.__Nearby Attractions and ActivitiesDistances and estimated driving times from the junction of US 180 and Forest Road 222:Arizona Snowbowl: 8 miles, 16 minutesHumphreys, Aspen Loop, and Kachina trailheads (at the Snowbowl): 8 miles, 16 minutesKendrick Park Watchable Wildlife Trail: 11.5 miles, 13 minutesBismarck Lake Trail: 13.5 miles, 22 minutesArizona Nordic Village: 7.8 miles, 10 minutesRed Mountain Trail: 23 miles, 27 minutesSlate Mountain Trail: 24 miles, 40 minutesLava River Cave: 10.5 miles, 20 (via FR 245)__to 30 minutes (via FR 222)__Hover mouse cursor over image to display slideshow controls.View album on Flicker__
Location
Wing Mountain Dispersed Camping is located in Arizona
Directions
Flagstaff to Forest Road 222 via US 180 (map):__Drive north on US 180 for 8.7 miles. Turn left on FR 222 (1.3 miles past Snowbowl Road). The dispersed camping area begins here and extends most of FR 222 (6.5 miles), and along FR 171 between FR 222 and FR 222A (to the south).Flagstaff to Forest Road 171 via I-40 (map): Drive east on I-40 for 10 miles from the I-17/I-40 interchange. Take exit 185 toward Belmont. Turn right onto Transwestern Road, then left on Brannigan Park Road. Drive for 0.8 miles and turn right onto Forest Road 171. Drive 1.1__mile to the southern end of the dispersed camping area at the junction of FR 171 and FR 222A. The dispersed camping area extends up FR 171 for two miles to FR 222, and most of the lenghth of FR 222.There are also additional dispersed camping corridors along FR 171 north of FR 222 in the Lava River Cave area.__Click on map thumbnail to open a larger view in a new window__[PDF, 4.2 MB]:__
Coordinates
35.269523 N
111.742766 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Stay Connected
- WiFiAvailable
- VerizonAvailable
- AT&TGood
- T-MobileAvailable
Site Types
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Phone Service
- Alcohol
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.
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