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fs road 438

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1 hr 19 min from Santa Fe, NM
2 hrs 9 min from Albuquerque, NM
3 hrs 1 min from Pueblo, CO
3 hrs 36 min from Farmington, NM

Location

fs road 438 is located in New Mexico

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Coordinates

36.271095978601195 N
105.56665878944999 W

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Access

Drive-In
Park next to your site
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Park in a lot, walk to your site.

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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.

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Reviewed Jun. 7, 2024

Pot creek

Great site with shade and sun, water from creek, could possibly hold 3 med. Sized rv's. About 10 miles south of taos nm. And about 1 mile off pavement

Month of VisitMay

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the max vehicle length at fs road 438?

fs road 438 allows vehicles up to 25 feet.

Are fires allowed at fs road 438?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at fs road 438, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does fs road 438 have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fs road 438 does not have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at fs road 438?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is no coverage for AT&T, no coverage for T-Mobile, and no coverage for Verizon.

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