Ultimo (FR 09582) in NM -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in New Mexico

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Ultimo (FR 09582) in NM

Lincoln NF, Guadalupe Ranger District
5,949 ft
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A 0.8-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Otero County, NM. The road serves Rawhide Water Storage Tank.

Lincoln National Forest, Guadalupe Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 45 days. Camp at least 100 ft from water.

All 0.8 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (0.8 miles). Level ground alongside most of its length.

Ultimo Water Storage Tank lies 0.1 mi off. The nearest town, Carlsbad, is 39 mi off.

September normals 57–78°F, 3.3″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

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Fire restrictions

Set by Lincoln National Forest, Guadalupe 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?