4014 V in NM -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in New Mexico

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4014 V in NM

Gila NF, Quemado Ranger District
7,912 ft
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A 12.4-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Catron County, NM.

Gila National Forest, Quemado Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.

All 12.4 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (12.4 miles). Climbs 1,800 ft over 12.4 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 17%. Winds through 4 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch. Water crossings 6.9, 7.5 and 7.7 miles in.

Private here -- the nearest through road is 2.0 miles off. Mangas Mountains stands 1,762 ft above the site, 3.0 miles south. The nearest town, Alamo, is 50 mi off.

September normals 47–74°F, 2.5″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

Nearby Spots
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Fire restrictions

Set by Gila National Forest, Quemado Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.

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Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?