Plantation (FR 09617) in NM -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in New Mexico

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Plantation (FR 09617) in NM

Lincoln NF, Sacramento Ranger District
6,991 ft
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A 1.1-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Otero County, NM. The road serves Denny Hill.

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

All 1.1 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (1.1 miles). Climbs 160 ft over 1.1 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 14%. Winds through 5 switchbacks.

Denny Hill stands 699 ft above the site, 0.7 miles southwest. Bear Creek runs 0.2 mi off. A well-travelled stretch -- travellers have camped along here. The nearest town, High Rolls, is 18 mi off.

September normals 49–75°F, 3.0″ 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?