Peralta Canyon (FR 280) in NM -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in New Mexico
Peralta Canyon (FR 280) in NM
A 5.0-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Sandoval County, NM. The road serves Las Conchas.
Santa Fe National Forest, Jemez Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 45 days.
All 5 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (5 miles). Climbs 730 ft over 5 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 17%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~140 ft on the downhill side. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. Winds through 4 switchbacks.
Rabbit Mountain stands 1,288 ft above the site, 1.5 miles east. The nearest town, Los Alamos, is 13 mi off.
September normals 39–68°F, 2.2″ 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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