FR 18JB — Fisher Hill in NM -- Camping Rules & Access
FR 18JB — Fisher Hill in NM
Road corridorSanta Fe NF, Pecos-Las Vegas Ranger District
13 mi from Las Vegas
Maps 7,487 ft
Camping permission not confirmed
Miles 6.3–6.6 cross land the Forest Service doesn't manage; camping there needs the landowner's permission.
Stay limit: 14 days · within 45 days
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Road Access
Difficult
- All 7.1 miles of this road are maintained for high-clearance vehicles, dirt the whole way.
- Estimated climb: 2,200 ft over 7.1 miles through 6 switchbacks, with sustained grades near 20% and pitches to 26%.
- Terrain estimates show roadside drops of up to ~110 ft on the downhill side.
Setting
Secluded
- Secluded here, with the nearest through road 3.0 miles off.
- Barillas Peak stands 1,874 ft above the map pin, 2.1 miles southwest.
Climate averages
October normals 41–65°F, 1.8″ precipitation. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.