This is an easily accessible campground between the Gila Visitors Center and the Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument.
There are seven campsites just off NM Hwy 15. It is a good place for tent and car camping. This campground is not conducive to RV camping.
At a Glance
Reservations: | First come - first serve. All Gila NF campgrounds have a 14-day stay limit. |
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Area Amenities: |
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Fees: | There is no fee for this campground ($0.00). |
Usage: | Light |
Restrictions: | There is a 14 day stay limit. OHV/ATV use is prohibited. Hunting and target shooting is prohibited. Dogs on leash only. |
Closest Towns: | Mimbres, NM (1 hour drive) Silver City, NM (2 hour drive) |
Water: | None |
Restroom: | Vault |
Operated By: | Forest Service |
Information Center: | Wilderness Ranger District Phone: (575) 536-2250 |
General Information
Parking:There is a paved parking area.
General Notes:
The Gila River is within walking distance. Please help keep the area beautiful and pack out all trash.
Closest Stores:
Doc Campbell's General Store is about 4 miles south. Phones are available there. They also have gas, groceries and sell hunting and fishing licenses. Hot springs showers are available for a fee.
Directions:
1/2 mile from the Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument off NM Hwy 15.
Activities
Campground Camping
There are seven (7) developed sites each with picnic tables and fire rings/bbq grills. Camping gear must be carried from vehicle to campsite.
No. of Sites | 7 developed sites |
Reservation Info | No reservations. First come, first served. |
Fire Information | There are fire rings/bbq grills at each site. |
Status: | Open |
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River and Stream Fishing
The Gila River is close by and offers some fishing opportunities.
Horse Riding
There are no horse facilities in the campground, however, TJ Corral & Woody's Corral are nearby.
Status: | Open |
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Interpretive Areas
The campground also serves as trailhead parking for the 1/4-mile long Trail to the Past - Trail #173 interpretive loop trail.