Wilson Canyon (FR 4166) in NM -- Camping Rules & Access in New Mexico
Wilson Canyon (FR 4166) 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 29.8 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles, 25.4 miles of it dirt. Climbs 6,200 ft over 29.8 miles through 19 switchbacks, with sustained grades near 12% and pitches to 25%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~120 ft on the downhill side. Dead-end road with no mapped turnaround, so expect to back out or unhitch. A water crossing 6.5 miles in.
A well-travelled stretch, with camps along here. Largo Tank Number 2 lies 0.6 mi off. Jon S Mountain stands 1,139 ft above the site, 2.3 miles northeast.
Gila National Forest, Reserve Ranger District: Camping for a period longer than 14 days within any consecutive 30-day period.
| Fire restrictions | Set by Gila National Forest, Reserve Ranger District. Check current orders |
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September normals 45–82°F, 2.3″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.