Forks Campground
This campground features beautiful cliffs along the West Fork of the Gila River.
This campground is a great place to stop on the way to the Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument (15 miles north). Overnight camping is allowed in the upper portion of Forks; however, the lower portion of the Forks Recreation Site along the West Fork of the Gila River is day use only.
General Information
Closest Stores:
Doc Campbell's General Store is about 4 miles south. Phones are available here. They also have gas, sell hunting and fishing licenses, and sell grocery items. Hot springs showers are available for a fee.
Tent Camping Notes
The ground is sandy. Please pack out trash and help keep the area beautiful.
Vehicle Notes
Steep road into lower section of recreation site. RV's are not recommended in this area.
Year-round
Available for overnight use
No pass required
Permits are required for commercial or organized uses.
Use of OHV and ATVs is prohibited in the campground. Hunting and shooting are prohibited in the campground. Stock animals are not allowed in the immediate campground. A 14-day stay limit applies.
There is no fee for use ($0.00)
Pets must be leashed in the campground
Please contact the Gila National Forest Supervisors Office at 575-388-8201 for information about outfitters and guides who are authorized to operate on the forest.
Address: 3697 Hwy 35 N., HC 68 Box 50 Mimbres, NM 88049
Phone: (575) 536-2250
Hours: Mon. - Fri. 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)
Getting There
Elevation
5614 Feet
Directions
From the intersection of New Mexico Highways 15 and 35, follow Highway 35 north toward Gila Hot Springs. Forks Campground is located on the east side of Highway 35 near milepost 38.
Parking
Limit of two vehicles per campsite
Facility and Amenity Information
Accessibility
One restroom is fully accessible
Restrooms
Restrooms are not available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
