Accessible by forest roads, Bear Canyon Road Camp provides dispersed camping sites within the US Forest Service system. One reviewer successfully navigated the curvy, narrow mountain roads with a 24-foot travel trailer, though caution and slow speeds are recommended for the approach.
The area features multiple well-used sites alongside less obvious options that may be slightly overgrown but remain accessible. Campers can find camping near Gila National Forest with varied site conditions to match different preferences. The elevation provides temperatures about 5-10 degrees cooler than lower areas, with ample shade available. Open sky areas allow for satellite internet connectivity, while the mountain location offers limited cell service. The dispersed format works well for campers comfortable with primitive conditions and forest road access.
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Location
Dispersed CampingBear Canyon Road Camp is located in New Mexico
Coordinates
32.94102605 N
108.192967 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Features
DISPERSED CAMPING
Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
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Drive Time
- 1 hr 59 min from Las Cruces, NM
- 2 hrs 41 min from El Paso, TX
- 3 hrs 9 min from Sierra Vista, AZ
- 3 hrs 11 min from Tucson, AZ
