Jacks Peak (FR 836) in NM -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in New Mexico
Jacks Peak (FR 836) in NM
A 6.0-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 6 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (6 miles). Climbs 2,200 ft over 6 miles -- sustained grades near 16%, with pitches to 19%. Winds through 10 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.
A body of water lies 0.9 mi off. Big Burro Mountains stands 2,156 ft above the site, 4.5 miles northeast. The nearest town, Lordsburg, is 19 mi off.
September normals 53–81°F, 1.8″ 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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