Rito Colorado (FR 634) in NM -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in New Mexico
Rito Colorado (FR 634) in NM
A 4.1-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in San Miguel County, NM. The road serves Hermit Peak.
Santa Fe National Forest, Pecos-Las Vegas Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 45 days.
All 4.1 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (4.1 miles). Climbs 740 ft over 4.1 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 21%. Winds through 3 switchbacks.
Hermit Peak stands 2,526 ft above the site, 2.9 miles southwest. Private here -- the nearest through road is 1.9 miles off. Sapello River runs 0.9 mi off. The nearest town, Las Vegas, is 16 mi off.
September normals 43–72°F, 2.2″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Santa Fe National Forest, Pecos-Las Vegas Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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