Happy Camp Trail
Reviewed Nov. 30, 2020

Secluded and beautiful

This site is relatively easy to get to, considering how remote and alone and quiet it feels once here. We found a nice spot at 32.2437301, -109.5120963 in our 26 ft class C.  Some sketchy parts of the road, rocky and narrow with some dips, but it can be done if you're careful.  

BLM ranger and other law enforcement drove up the road about once per day, which was nice. 

Drive through Bowie to get to Apache Pass Rd then a left on Happy Camp Canyon dirt road which is wide and flat but washboarded. Once you get to the recreation area, there is a picnic spot with tables and toilet but no camping is allowed in that area, you'll have to keep driving a bit further. There were a lot of campers when we stayed but we found a nice spot right off the dirt road with amazing views. Heard some gun shooting going on the first day but none following that. There are open range cattle roaming around so give them space and keep your animals leashed. On a hike one was walking right up to us so be aware.There were times on our hikes where you turn a corner and there are a few just standing there. The brush is high enough to hide some too so keep an eye out. This is BLM so the camping is FREE there is however a private property further up the dirt road (property is gated and fenced off). Spots are adequate for tents, smaller RVs or trailers. 

Good place to hike, scramble up the rocks or mountain bike.  

Good verizon and AT&T reception.

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  • Review photo of Happy Camp Trail by Laura M., November 30, 2020
  • Review photo of Happy Camp Trail by Laura M., November 30, 2020
  • Review photo of Happy Camp Trail by Laura M., November 30, 2020
  • Review photo of Happy Camp Trail by Laura M., November 30, 2020
  • Review photo of Happy Camp Trail by Laura M., November 30, 2020
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