Bluff Springs

Map of the Bluff Springs area.

Area Status: Open

Partially developed picnic and dispersed camping area nestled next to the waterfalls called Bluff Springs. A short trail exists just beyond the bridge that will take you up and over the waterfall, as well as an established trail (Willie White Spur T112) that follows and old railroad grade to the east.

Title:	Bluff Springs - Sacramento Ranger District
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Title:	Bluff Springs
Date:	2009
Forest Name:	Lincoln National Forest
Location:	Sacramento Ranger District
Credit:	unknown
Description:	Another view of Bluff Springs.
Source:	USFS

Title:	Bluff Springs
Date:	2009
Forest Name:	Lincoln National Forest
Location:	Sacramento Ranger District
Credit:	unknown
Description:	The bridge over the Rio Penasco at the site.
Source:	USFS

At a Glance

Area Amenities:	Tent camping,Camping trailer,Toilets,Parking

General Information

Directions:

Take the Sunspot Highway (NM6563) located just 2 miles south of Cloudcroft about 8 miles and turn left (east) onto the Rio Penasco Rd, county road C017. This road is paved up to Water Canyon, then dirt the remainder of the way. Continue on the dirt portion for another 1.5 miles and Bluff Springs will appear on your right.