Rael Mesa (FR 4036 A) in NM -- Camping Rules & Access
Rael Mesa (FR 4036 A) in NM
Road corridorGila NF, Reserve Ranger District
56 mi from Eagar
Maps 7,806 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 5.8 miles of this road are maintained for high-clearance vehicles, dirt the whole way.
- Near John Kerr Peak.
- Estimated climb: 1,200 ft over 5.8 miles through 3 switchbacks, with sustained grades near 14% and pitches to 19%.
- Dead-end road; turnaround space is not mapped.
Setting
Secluded
- Secluded here, with the nearest through road 2.8 miles off.
- T H Tank Number Two lies 0.4 mi off.
Rules
Climate averages
October normals 29–67°F, 1.2″ precipitation. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.