Bluewater Canyon (FR 00160) in NM -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in New Mexico

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Bluewater Canyon (FR 00160) in NM

Lincoln NF, Sacramento Ranger District
7,504 ft
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A 12.0-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Otero County, NM.

Lincoln National Forest, Sacramento Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 45 days.

1.9 of the 12 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (12 miles). Winds through 3 switchbacks. Water crossings 3.9, 5.8 and 9.2 miles in.

Secluded here -- no through road within 3.7 miles. A reservoir lies 0.6 mi off. The nearest town, High Rolls, is 23 mi off.

September normals 46–73°F, 2.9″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

Nearby Spots
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Fire restrictions

Set by Lincoln National Forest, Sacramento Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.

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Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?