Hay Canyon (FR 00257) in NM -- Camping Rules & Access in New Mexico

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Hay Canyon (FR 00257) in NM

Lincoln NF, Sacramento Ranger District
9,400 ft13 mi from High Rolls
Maps
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Dispersed camping generally allowed
WhyU.S. Forest Service opens most of its land to dispersed camping unless a local order restricts it. Check the unit's current orders before you commit.

Fire orders

8.5 of the 16.7 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles, 8.5 miles of it dirt. Winds through 8 switchbacks. Dead-end road with no mapped turnaround, so expect to back out or unhitch. A water crossing 13.4 miles in.

Secluded here, with the nearest through road 2.3 miles off. Lightning Lake lies 0.6 mi off.

Lincoln National Forest, Sacramento Ranger District: Camping for more than 14 days, whether or not consecutive, within any 45-day period.

Rules that apply to this spot
Fire restrictions

Set by Lincoln National Forest, Sacramento Ranger District.

Check current orders
1 reviewed rule is not confirmed here
Camping
Not confirmed here
Reported rule: Held for review

September normals 41–66°F, 3.4″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

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Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?