FR 668 — Bear Mountain in NM -- Camping Rules & Access
FR 668 — Bear Mountain in NM
Road corridorCarson NF
13 mi from Dixon
Maps 8,880 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 7.2 miles of this road are maintained for high-clearance vehicles.
- Estimated climb: 1,200 ft over 7.2 miles through 10 switchbacks, with sustained grades near 12% and pitches to 21%.
- Terrain estimates show roadside drops of up to ~140 ft on the downhill side.
Setting
Some privacy
- Moderately separated here.
- Trampas Peak stands 3,287 ft above the map pin, 5.8 miles southeast.
- Cañada de Ojo del Agua runs 0.7 mi off.
Climate averages
October normals 29–57°F, 1.7″ precipitation. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.