FR 09819 — Lincoln State Monument Point of Interest in NM -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in New Mexico
FR 09819 — Lincoln State Monument Point of Interest in NM
A 4.5-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 4.5 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (4.5 miles). Climbs 590 ft over 4.5 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 17%. Level ground alongside most of its length.
Secluded here -- the nearest through road is 2.4 miles off. Capitan Mountains stands 3,932 ft above the site, 6.6 miles north. Baca Tank lies 1.1 mi off. The nearest town, Capitan, is 15 mi off.
September normals 50–78°F, 2.3″ 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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