Fat Dog (FR 09412) in NM -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in New Mexico
Fat Dog (FR 09412) in NM
A 1.1-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Otero County, NM.
Lincoln National Forest, Guadalupe Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 45 days. Camp at least 100 ft from water.
All 1.1 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (1.1 miles). Climbs 100 ft over 1.1 miles -- sustained grades near 18%, with pitches to 25%. Level ground alongside most of its length.
Secluded here -- the nearest through road is 2.6 miles off. The nearest town, Carlsbad, is 44 mi off.
September normals 61–83°F, 2.4″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Lincoln National Forest, Guadalupe Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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