Littleton Canyon (FR 00601) in NM -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in New Mexico
Littleton Canyon (FR 00601) in NM
A 2.4-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Lincoln County, NM. The road serves Soldier Mountain.
Lincoln National Forest, Smokey Bear Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 45 days.
All 2.4 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (2.4 miles). Climbs 910 ft over 2.4 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 21%. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto.
Monjeau Peak stands 2,232 ft above the site, 2.0 miles south. The Bonito Lake shoreline is 0.2 mi off. The nearest town, Ruidoso, is 8.5 mi off.
September normals 50–75°F, 3.1″ 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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