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Lincoln NF - Forest Service Road 64 - Dispersed Camping

Lincoln NF - Forest Service Road 64 offers dispersed camping in the Lincoln National Forest. The area features forested terrain with elevations that can influence temperatures, ranging from 30°F in winter to 85°F in summer. Nearby attractions include the White Sands National Park and the historic town of Ruidoso, providing opportunities for exploration and sightseeing.

Description

National Forest

Lincoln National Forest

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.

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Location

Lincoln NF - Forest Service Road 64 - Dispersed Camping is located in New Mexico

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Coordinates

32.793406284022396 N
105.79043135558688 W

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Access

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

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  • WiFi
    Available
  • Verizon
    Available
  • AT&T
    Unknown
  • T-Mobile
    Unknown

Site Types

  • Dispersed

Features

For Campers

  • 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.


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Reviewed Sep. 8, 2023

Beautiful Area

Beautiful area off Davis drive, so many areas to camp. Some are restricted to motor vehicles but just keep driving down the gravel road and you will find something. Lots of open meadows but also shaded areas with trees.

Month of VisitSeptember
Reviewed Oct. 6, 2022

Awesome dispersed camping

We tent camped in mid September 2022 in the Lincoln National Forest south of Cloudcroft, NM off Forest Service Road 64. Over 9,400’ and it got cold at night. Saw one elk and heard more bugling. Plenty of wood to make a fire. Nice forest. We stayed at a spot on a meadow about 4-5 dispersed sites south of Sunspot Highway. Good times.

Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of Lincoln NF - Forest Service Road 64 - Dispersed Camping by Jacob  W., October 6, 2022
  • Review photo of Lincoln NF - Forest Service Road 64 - Dispersed Camping by Jacob  W., October 6, 2022
  • Review photo of Lincoln NF - Forest Service Road 64 - Dispersed Camping by Jacob  W., October 6, 2022
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Are fires allowed at Lincoln NF - Forest Service Road 64 - Dispersed Camping?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Lincoln NF - Forest Service Road 64 - Dispersed Camping, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Lincoln NF - Forest Service Road 64 - Dispersed Camping have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Lincoln NF - Forest Service Road 64 - Dispersed Camping does not have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Lincoln NF - Forest Service Road 64 - Dispersed Camping?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is available, AT&T is unknown, and T-Mobile is unknown.