Bear Springs (FR 266) in NM -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in New Mexico
Bear Springs (FR 266) in NM
A 35.7-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Sandoval County, NM.
Santa Fe National Forest, Jemez Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 45 days.
All 35.7 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. 22 of the 35.7 miles in are dirt. Climbs 5,200 ft over 35.7 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 20%. Winds through 27 switchbacks.
Secluded here -- the nearest through road is 3.0 miles off. Borrego Mesa stands 1,088 ft above the site, 1.3 miles south. Travellers have camped along here. The nearest town, Jemez Pueblo, is 9.2 mi off.
September normals 48–76°F, 1.9″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Santa Fe National Forest, Jemez Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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