Fenimore Canyon (FR 00164) in NM -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in New Mexico

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Fenimore Canyon (FR 00164) in NM

Lincoln NF, Sacramento Ranger District
8,891 ft
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A 0.6-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Otero County, NM. The road serves Alamo Peak.

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

All 0.6 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (0.6 miles). Climbs 180 ft over 0.6 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 15%. A cattle guard at the start of the road.

Benson Ridge stands 794 ft above the site, 1.5 miles northeast. The nearest town, High Rolls, is 6.4 mi off.

September normals 45–66°F, 3.2″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

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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?