4229 Y in NM -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in New Mexico

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4229 Y in NM

Gila NF, Glenwood Ranger District
5,726 ft
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A 17.4-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Catron County, NM. The road serves Indian Hill.

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

All 17.4 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (17.4 miles). Climbs 3,900 ft over 17.4 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 26%. Level ground alongside most of its length. Winds through 7 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.

Whiterocks Mountain stands 3,095 ft above the site, 3.4 miles northwest. A well-travelled stretch -- travellers have camped along here. Pipeline Tank lies 1.1 mi off. The nearest town, Morenci, is 36 mi off.

September normals 48–82°F, 2.0″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

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Fire restrictions

Set by Gila National Forest, Glenwood 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?