Holt Gulch Trailhead (FR 4231) in NM -- Camping Rules & Access in New Mexico
Holt Gulch Trailhead (FR 4231) in NM
Why
U.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.All 9.4 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles, dirt the whole way. Climbs 2,800 ft over 9.4 miles through 8 switchbacks, with sustained grades near 18% and pitches to 26%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~130 ft on the downhill side. Dead-end road with no mapped turnaround, so expect to back out or unhitch. A cattle guard 1.5 miles in.
Nabours Mountain stands 4,030 ft above the site, 5.8 miles southeast. Private here, with the nearest through road 1.1 miles off. Pasture Tank lies 0.4 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.
| Fire restrictions | Set by Gila National Forest, Glenwood Ranger District. Check current orders |
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September normals 52–84°F, 2.1″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.