FR 776 — Century Hill in NM -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in New Mexico
FR 776 — Century Hill in NM
A 2.9-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Grant County, NM.
Gila National Forest, Silver City Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
All 2.9 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (2.9 miles). Climbs 890 ft over 2.9 miles -- sustained grades near 16%, with pitches to 21%.
Hermosa Mountain stands 1,217 ft above the site, 1.7 miles northeast. Private here -- the nearest through road is 1.8 miles off. East Stephens Creek runs 1.1 mi off. Night skies measure Bortle 2 -- true dark-sky territory. The nearest town, Santa Clara, is 3.8 mi off.
September normals 52–79°F, 2.5″ 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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