Wood (FR 05530) in NM

Lincoln NF, Guadalupe Ranger District

6,023 ft

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A 5.3-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Eddy 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 5.3 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (5.3 miles). Level ground alongside most of its length.

Private here -- the nearest through road is 1.2 miles off. Bradley Tank lies 0.8 mi off. The nearest town, Carlsbad, is 35 mi off.

September normals 57–77°F, 3.8″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

Nearby Spots

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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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Wood (FR 05530) in NM -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in New Mexico

Wood (FR 05530) in NM