Claremont Road (FR 119) in NM -- Camping Rules & Access in New Mexico

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Claremont Road (FR 119) in NM

Gila NF, Glenwood Ranger District
6,586 ft41 mi from Clifton
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Dispersed camping generally allowed
WhyU.S. Forest Service opens most of its land to dispersed camping unless a local order restricts it. Check the unit's current orders before you commit.

Fire orders

All 9.3 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles, dirt the whole way. Climbs 3,800 ft over 9.3 miles through 11 switchbacks, with sustained grades near 14% and pitches to 19%. Dead-end road with no mapped turnaround, so expect to back out or unhitch. Water crossings 0.2, 7.5, 7.7 and 11.6 miles in.

Cooney Peak stands 1,976 ft above the site, 2.6 miles southeast. Bearup Spring lies 1.1 mi off. Travellers have camped along here.

Gila National Forest, Glenwood Ranger District: Camping for a period longer than 14 days within any consecutive 30-day period.

Rules that apply to this spot
Fire restrictions

Set by Gila National Forest, Glenwood Ranger District.

Check current orders

September normals 49–76°F, 2.7″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

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Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?