Deep Creek (FR 153) in NM -- Camping Rules & Access
Deep Creek (FR 153) in NM
Road corridorGila NF, Glenwood Ranger District
49 mi from Clifton
Maps 8,127 ft
Dispersed camping generally allowed
U.S. Forest Service default; a local order can restrict it.
Stay limit: 14 days · within 30 days
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Road Access
Difficult
- All 8.3 miles of this road are maintained for high-clearance vehicles, dirt the whole way.
- Near Cicnega Spring.
- Estimated climb: 2,600 ft over 8.3 miles through 8 switchbacks, with sustained grades near 12% and pitches to 14%.
- Terrain estimates show roadside drops of up to ~130 ft on the downhill side.
- Dead-end road; turnaround space is not mapped.
Setting
Fairly secluded
- Well separated here, with the nearest through road 1.1 miles off.
- Corner Mountain stands 1,804 ft above the map pin, 2.7 miles southeast.
Rules
Climate averages
October normals 36–62°F, 2.0″ precipitation. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.