Penasco Spring (FR 936) in NM -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in New Mexico

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Penasco Spring (FR 936) in NM

Cibola NF, Magdalena Ranger District
5,414 ft
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A 19.1-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Socorro County, NM.

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

All 19.1 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (19.1 miles). Climbs 2,100 ft over 19.1 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 23%. Level ground alongside most of its length. Winds through 9 switchbacks. A gate 17.3 miles in.

Secluded here -- the nearest through road is 2.6 miles off. A river runs 0.6 mi off. Vicks Peak stands 4,853 ft above the site, 12 miles northwest. Travellers have camped along here. The nearest town, Truth or Consequences, is 16 mi off.

September normals 54–83°F, 1.8″ 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?