Jim Lewis Canyon (FR 00255) in NM -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in New Mexico

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Jim Lewis Canyon (FR 00255) in NM

Lincoln NF, Sacramento Ranger District
7,389 ft
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An 8.6-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 8.6 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (8.6 miles). Water crossings 0, 1.3, 1.7 and 8.7 miles in.

Secluded here -- the nearest through road is 3.1 miles off. The nearest town, High Rolls, is 21 mi off.

September normals 48–74°F, 3.1″ 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?