FR 00992 — Deadhorse Hill in NM -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in New Mexico
FR 00992 — Deadhorse Hill in NM
A 0.9-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Lincoln County, NM.
Lincoln National Forest, Smokey Bear Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 45 days.
All 0.9 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (0.9 miles). Climbs 230 ft over 0.9 miles -- sustained grades near 16%, with pitches to 17%. Level ground alongside most of its length.
Pauls Tank lies 0.4 mi off. Deadhorse Hill stands 671 ft above the site, 1.7 miles southwest. The nearest town, Ruidoso Downs, is 7.4 mi off.
September normals 49–75°F, 2.5″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Lincoln National Forest, Smokey Bear Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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