Ivans Tank (FR 09615) in NM -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in New Mexico

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Ivans Tank (FR 09615) in NM

Lincoln NF, Sacramento Ranger District
6,555 ft
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A 2.3-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.

All 2.3 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (2.3 miles). Level ground alongside most of its length.

Ivans Tank lies 0.3 mi off. Private here -- the nearest through road is 1.4 miles off. The nearest town, High Rolls, is 28 mi off.

September normals 48–76°F, 2.8″ 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?