San Miguel (FR 488D) in NM -- Camping Rules & Access
San Miguel (FR 488D) in NM
Road corridorSanta Fe NF, Cuba Ranger District
18 mi from Jemez Pueblo
Maps 7,376 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 2.3 miles of this road are maintained for high-clearance vehicles, dirt the whole way.
- Estimated climb: 760 ft over 2.3 miles, with sustained grades near 20% and pitches to 26%.
- Terrain estimates show roadside drops of up to ~120 ft on the downhill side.
Setting
Secluded
- Secluded here, with the nearest through road 3.2 miles off.
- San Miguel Mountain stands 2,099 ft above the map pin, 3.3 miles northeast.
Climate averages
October normals 35–62°F, 1.6″ precipitation. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.