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Bighorn Campground
Convenient campground within walking distance to the town of Glenwood.
The Bighorn Campground is a convenient campground just one-tenth of a mile northwest of the town of Glenwood along US Highway 180. It is a campground that is typically used more for short-term stays (1 or 2 days) than long-term camping (14 days). It is within walking distance to the town of Glenwood and the closest designated campground to the Catwalk National Recreation Area. The landscape is mostly pinon and juniper trees.
At a Glance
| Reservations: | First come, first serve. All Gila National Forest Campgrounds have 14-day stay limit. |
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| Area Amenities: | Accessible, Tent camping, Camping trailer, Picnic tables, Toilets |
| Fees: | There is no fee for this campground ($0.00). |
| Usage: | Light |
| Restrictions: | All Gila National Forest Campgrounds have 14-day stay limit. |
| Closest Towns: | Glenwood, NM |
| Water: | No water |
| Restroom: | Vault |
| Information Center: | Glenwood Ranger District Phone: (575) 539-2481 |
General Information
Directions:The campground is located one-tenth of a mile northwest of Glenwood on US Hwy 180, and is within sight of the highway.
Activities
Campground Camping
There are 6 developed sites available on a first come, first served basis. Each site has a picnic table and fire ring/bbq grill.
| No. of Sites | 5 |
| No. of Accessible sites | 5 |
| Status: | Open |
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RV Camping
This campground can accomodate RVs and travel trailers, however, there are no hookups. Maximum size is 24'.
| Status: | Open |
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Amenities
| Camping trailer: | Self-contained only. Maximum size is 24' |
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| Picnic tables: | Table at each site |
| Tent camping: | 6 Sites |
| Toilets: | Vault toilet |