FR 173T2, Carson in NM -- Camping Rules & Access
FR 173T2, Carson in NM
Road corridorCarson NF, El Rito Ranger District
26 mi from La Villita
Maps 8,656 ft
Dispersed camping generally allowed
U.S. Forest Service default; a local order can restrict it.
Stay limit: 14 days · within 45 days
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Road Access
Difficult
- All 2.9 miles of this road are maintained for high-clearance vehicles.
- Estimated climb: 510 ft over 2.9 miles through 3 switchbacks, with sustained grades near 12% and pitches to 20%.
Setting
Fairly secluded
- Well separated here, with the nearest through road 0.8 miles off.
- Canon Largo Tank lies 0.4 mi off.
- Tusas Mountains stands 939 ft above the map pin, 2.4 miles north.
Climate averages
October normals 30–58°F, 1.4″ precipitation. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.