Dispersed camping within Gila National Forest, Bear Mountain Camp sits along forest roads accessible by standard vehicles. The US Forest Service manages this drive-in site, which lacks developed amenities like water, restrooms, or designated fire rings. Campers bring their own supplies and follow Leave No Trace principles.
The forest setting provides shade from ponderosa pines and oak trees at this elevation. Cell service remains spotty throughout the area. Bear Mountain offers a more developed alternative just 0.2 miles away. Pack extra water and plan for self-contained camping when visiting this undeveloped forest location.
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Map & DirectionsBear Mountain Camp is located in New Mexico near Silver City
Coordinates
32.82881332 N
108.3583275 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GGood CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 6/12/26
VerizonLTESome Coverage
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Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GGood CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 6/12/26
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 6/12/26
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 55 min from Las Cruces, NM
- 2 hrs 38 min from El Paso, TX
- 3 hrs from Sierra Vista, AZ
- 3 hrs 2 min from Tucson, AZ
