Grassy Lookout (FR 138) in NM -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in New Mexico

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Grassy Lookout (FR 138) in NM

Cibola NF, Magdalena Ranger District
9,045 ft
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A 12.0-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Socorro County, NM. The road serves Mount Withington.

Cibola National Forest, Magdalena Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit.

All 12 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (12 miles). Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~140 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 5 switchbacks.

Mount Withington stands 1,074 ft above the site, 1.9 miles southeast. Switch Spring lies 0.7 mi off. The nearest town, Alamo, is 36 mi off.

September normals 47–71°F, 2.0″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

Nearby Spots
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Fire restrictions

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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Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?