Bullis Lake RD (FR 00511) in NM -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in New Mexico

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Bullis Lake RD (FR 00511) in NM

Lincoln NF, Guadalupe Ranger District
6,047 ft
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A 17.6-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Chaves County, NM.

Lincoln National Forest, Guadalupe Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 45 days. Camp at least 100 ft from water.

All 17.6 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (17.6 miles). Climbs 1,600 ft over 17.6 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 61%. Level ground alongside most of its length. Winds through 10 switchbacks.

Private here -- the nearest through road is 2.1 miles off. Twin Water Storage Tank lies 0.4 mi off. The nearest town, Artesia, is 45 mi off.

September normals 52–79°F, 2.6″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

Nearby Spots
Terry (FR 09506) in NMForest Road Road2.7miRocky (BLM 4221) in NMForest Road Road4.9miPrude (FR 00321) in NMForest Road Road5.6miSargent Tank (FR 00517) in NMForest Road Road7.0miSegrest Draw (FR 05501) in NMForest Road Road8.6mi
Fire restrictions

Set by Lincoln National Forest, Guadalupe Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.

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Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?