Powerhouse (FR 722) in NM -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in New Mexico
Powerhouse (FR 722) in NM
A 1.4-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Catron County, NM. The road serves Slaughterhouse Spring.
Gila National Forest, Glenwood Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
All 1.4 miles in are maintained for passenger cars. Dirt the whole way in (1.4 miles). Climbs 350 ft over 1.4 miles -- sustained grades near 14%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~160 ft on the downhill side. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto.
Houston Gulch Tank lies 0.2 mi off. A well-travelled stretch -- travellers have camped along here. Spring Mountain stands 2,873 ft above the site, 4.9 miles east. The nearest town, Clifton, is 37 mi off.
September normals 53–73°F, 2.8″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
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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