Free and first-come, Gap Tank dispersed camping sits on BLM land managed by the Las Cruces District Office, with drive-in and walk-in access and no reservation required. The site is dry, though nearby Mesquite Tank holds water. Dark skies are a genuine draw here, with no visible electric lights at night despite proximity to El Paso. Campfires, pets, and alcohol are all permitted. Well-suited to tent campers and desert wildlife watchers who want a no-cost overnight with minimal infrastructure and reliable darkness overhead. Those wanting to compare campgrounds around Las Cruces District Office can browse nearby BLM options, including BLM Dispersed off County Road A-8 to the southeast.
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Map & DirectionsGap Tank dispersed camping is located in New Mexico near Chamberino
Coordinates
31.897151984113776 N
107.06105274694791 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
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Dispersed
- Group
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- 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.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
We curate permit requirements across the US for our PRO members. Try PRO to see if Gap Tank dispersed camping needs a permit.
Drive Time
- 1 hr 2 min from El Paso, TX
- 1 hr 17 min from Las Cruces, NM
- 3 hrs 50 min from Sierra Vista, AZ
- 4 hrs 9 min from Albuquerque, NM
