Frd 378 in NM -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in New Mexico
Frd 378 in NM
An 11.9-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Socorro County, NM. The road serves Wilson Hill.
Cibola National Forest, Magdalena Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit.
All 11.9 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (11.9 miles). Climbs 1,700 ft over 11.9 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 20%. Winds through 5 switchbacks.
Secluded here -- the nearest through road is 2.5 miles off. Horse Mountain stands 1,017 ft above the site, 1.4 miles southwest. Deer Tank lies 1.2 mi off. The nearest town, Socorro, is 32 mi off.
September normals 49–80°F, 2.0″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Cibola National Forest, Magdalena Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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