4084 S in NM -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in New Mexico
4084 S in NM
A 5.4-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Grant County, NM. The road serves Arrastre Interpretive Site.
Gila National Forest, Silver City Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
All 5.4 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (5.4 miles). Climbs 1,700 ft over 5.4 miles -- sustained grades near 18%, with pitches to 22%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~110 ft on the downhill side. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. Winds through 6 switchbacks.
Pinos Altos Mountain stands 1,433 ft above the site, 1.8 miles southwest. A well-travelled stretch -- travellers have camped along here. Private here -- the nearest through road is 1.0 miles off. Mill Creek runs 0.4 mi off. The nearest town, Little Walnut Village, is 5.2 mi off.
September normals 52–79°F, 2.2″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Gila National Forest, Silver City Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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