Benson Ridge (FR 00223) in NM -- Camping Rules & Access
Benson Ridge (FR 00223) in NM
Road corridorLincoln NF, Sacramento Ranger District
4.9 mi from High Rolls
4.9 mi off US 82 (straight line)
Maps 9,333 ft
Dispersed camping generally allowed
U.S. Forest Service default; a local order can restrict it.
Stay limit: 14 days · within 45 days · then move 30 mi
VerizonNONE
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Road Access
Difficult
- 20.1 of this road’s 22.2 miles are maintained for high-clearance vehicles, 20.1 miles of it dirt.
- Estimated climb: 2,600 ft over 22.2 miles through 17 switchbacks, with sustained grades near 20% and pitches to 43%.
- A cattle guard at the start of the road.
Setting
Some privacy
- Moderately separated here.
Climate averages
October normals 36–58°F, 2.1″ precipitation. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.