Free Camping Collection
Dispersed Camping
End of Cedar Creek Road
End of Cedar Creek Road is located in Lincoln National Forest, NM. The area features forested terrain with elevations that can affect temperatures, ranging from 30°F in winter to 85°F in summer. Nearby attractions include the scenic trails of Lincoln National Forest and the historic town of Ruidoso, offering opportunities for hiking and exploration.
Description
Throughout the Lincoln National Forest you are allowed to do what is called 'dispersed camping'. This is a rustic experience where you are allowed to drive up to 300' off of designated dirt Forest Service roads onto USFS lands to park and camp. Do not drive across creeks and no camping is allowed on private property or within city or village limits. The Motor Vehicle Use Map, available as a download from fs.usda.gov/Lincoln, will show detail on where camping is allowed in each district, as well as a listing of the roads allowing dispersed camping. This map is also available at the District offices, at no charge. No permits are needed for dispersed camping and no cost is associated with this camping experience. Be sure to bring what you need, especially water, and also pack out what you pack in. Leave No Trace principles should be followed for all camping experiences in the National Forest.
Location
End of Cedar Creek Road is located in New Mexico
Coordinates
33.367548 N
105.720138 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
VerizonLTESome CoverageLast on 4/24/25- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Detours Nearby
Grindstone lake
9 min away
West Mesa Trailhead BLM Dispersed
33 min away
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 8 min from Las Cruces
- 2 hrs 15 min from El Paso
- 2 hrs 45 min from Albuquerque
- 3 hrs 8 min from Santa Fe
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageLast on 4/24/25
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Phone Service
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
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.
