Prude (FR 00321) in NM -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in New Mexico

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Prude (FR 00321) in NM

Lincoln NF, Guadalupe Ranger District
6,510 ft
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Overnight camping allowedRUTTED
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A 10.7-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Chaves County, NM. The road serves amazing view.

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 10.7 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. 7 of the 10.7 miles in are dirt. Level ground alongside most of its length. Winds through 4 switchbacks.

Secluded here -- the nearest through road is 3.3 miles off. Dry Lake lies 0.4 mi off. The nearest town, Atoka, is 45 mi off.

September normals 55–76°F, 3.3″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

Nearby Spots
Sargent Tank (FR 00517) in NMForest Road Road2.2miTerry (FR 09506) in NMForest Road Road2.9miSegrest Draw (FR 05501) in NMForest Road Road3.1miCrooked Canyon (FR 00516) in NMForest Road Road3.6miRocky (BLM 4221) in NMForest Road Road3.7mi
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?