Post Canyon (FR 140) in NM -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in New Mexico
Post Canyon (FR 140) in NM
A 22.9-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 22.9 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (22.9 miles). Climbs 1,700 ft over 22.9 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 23%. Winds through 13 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch. A water crossing 3.5 miles in.
Secluded here -- no through road within 3.7 miles. Prairie Dog Tank lies 0.6 mi off. San Mateo Mountains stands 3,222 ft above the site, 7.6 miles northeast. The nearest town, Truth or Consequences, is 35 mi off.
September normals 50–76°F, 1.9″ 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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