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Dispersed Camping
Forest Road 5 - Dispersed campsite
Forest Road 5 - Dispersed campsite is located near varied terrain with forests and open spaces. Temperatures can range from lows in the 20s Fahrenheit during winter to highs in the 80s during summer. Nearby attractions include the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge and Taos Pueblo, offering cultural and natural exploration opportunities.
Description
USDA Forest Service
**This road runs into Taos Pueblo land, please respect this and do not trespass on their land. **
The road is closed in the winter and is popular for cross country skiing and snowshoeing.
Summer and fall the road is open to hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding, but is also open to vehicles. Expect to see motorized traffic. When it is closed for the winter it is a quiet place to cross-country ski or snowshoe.
Location
Forest Road 5 - Dispersed campsite is located in New Mexico
Directions
From Taos – Follow US Highway 64 about 16 miles to the horseshoe turn west of Palo Flechado Pass. La Jara Canyon is on the left. The trailhead is signed and parking is available.
Coordinates
36.42039671 N
105.34305767 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Stay Connected
- WiFiGood
- VerizonUnknown
- AT&TGood
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Alcohol
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
We curate permit requirements across the US for our PRO members. Try PRO to see if Forest Road 5 - Dispersed campsite needs a permit.
Drive Time
- 1 hr 38 min from Santa Fe
- 2 hrs 27 min from Albuquerque
- 2 hrs 56 min from Pueblo
- 3 hrs 53 min from Farmington
