FR 639 — Bear Mountain in NM -- Camping Rules & Access
FR 639 — Bear Mountain in NM
Road corridorCarson NF
13 mi from Dixon
Maps 8,435 ft
Dispersed camping generally allowed
U.S. Forest Service default; a local order can restrict it.
Motor-vehicle season 5/1–12/31Stay limit: 14 days · within 45 days
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Road Access
Difficult
- All 3 miles of this road are maintained for high-clearance vehicles.
- Estimated climb: 750 ft over 3 miles, with sustained grades near 12% and pitches to 17%.
Setting
Some privacy
- Moderately separated here.
- Trampas Peak stands 3,732 ft above the map pin, 5.7 miles south.
- Cañada de Ojo del Agua runs 0.4 mi off.
Climate averages
October normals 31–59°F, 1.7″ precipitation. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.