Top Free Dispersed Camping near Faywood, NM

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Best Dispersed Sites Near Faywood, NM (19)

    Camper-submitted photo from Cattlemen Trail - Dispersed Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Cattlemen Trail - Dispersed Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Cattlemen Trail - Dispersed Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Cattlemen Trail - Dispersed Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Cattlemen Trail - Dispersed Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Cattlemen Trail - Dispersed Camping

    1. Cattlemen Trail - Dispersed Camping

    7 Reviews
    24 Photos
    67 Saves

    Accessibility is not guaranteed, always scout ahead before driving down dirt roads. Learn more: https://www.campendium.com/camping/boondocking-101/

    • Pets
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    • Phone Service
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Group
    Camper-submitted photo from Bear Mountain
    Camper-submitted photo from Bear Mountain
    Camper-submitted photo from Bear Mountain
    Camper-submitted photo from Bear Mountain

    2. Bear Mountain

    3 Reviews
    4 Photos
    41 Saves

    The majority of campgrounds on the Gila National Forest are primitive and offer dispersed camping. You may camp outside of developed campgrounds anywhere on the Forest at no charge. The Gila National Forest implemented Travel Management and we recommend you stop in to one of our six ranger stations and pick up travel management maps so that you are aware where vehicles are and are not permitted. Potable water, toilets, and other amenities are not generally available. If you choose to camp outside developed areas, be sure to bring adequate water or be prepared to purify any water source before drinking. No permits are required to camp in wilderness areas. The Gila National Forest has a 14-day stay limit, in any 30 day period, on all camping. Areas designated as “Day Use Only” are limited to posted hours, no overnight use.

    • Pets
    • Phone Service
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    • Dispersed
    Camper-submitted photo from Gila National Forest Road 861 Dispersed
    Camper-submitted photo from Gila National Forest Road 861 Dispersed
    Camper-submitted photo from Gila National Forest Road 861 Dispersed
    Camper-submitted photo from Gila National Forest Road 861 Dispersed
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    Camper-submitted photo from Gila National Forest Road 861 Dispersed

    3. Gila National Forest Road 861 Dispersed

    4 Reviews
    11 Photos
    23 Saves

    The majority of campgrounds on the Gila National Forest are primitive and offer dispersed camping. You may camp outside of developed campgrounds anywhere on the Forest at no charge. The Gila National Forest implemented Travel Management and we recommend you stop in to one of our six ranger stations and pick up travel management maps so that you are aware where vehicles are and are not permitted. Potable water, toilets, and other amenities are not generally available. If you choose to camp outside developed areas, be sure to bring adequate water or be prepared to purify any water source before drinking. No permits are required to camp in wilderness areas. The Gila National Forest has a 14-day stay limit, in any 30 day period, on all camping. Areas designated as “Day Use Only” are limited to posted hours, no overnight use.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Dispersed
    • Alcohol
    Camper-submitted photo from Celebration Well Dispersed Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Celebration Well Dispersed Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Celebration Well Dispersed Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Celebration Well Dispersed Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Gold Gulch Road
    Camper-submitted photo from Gold Gulch Road
    Camper-submitted photo from Gold Gulch Road
    Camper-submitted photo from Gold Gulch Road

    5. Gold Gulch Road

    2 Reviews
    4 Photos
    7 Saves
    • Phone Service
    • ADA Access
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    • Tents
    • Group
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    Camper-submitted photo from Pine Flats Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Pine Flats Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from North Star Mesa Dispersed Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from North Star Mesa Dispersed Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from North Star Mesa Dispersed Camping

    7. North Star Mesa Dispersed Camping

    1 Review
    3 Photos
    11 Saves
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    • Equestrian
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
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      8. BLM Near City of Rocks

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      4 Saves

      BLM land near the City of Rocks entrance

      • Pets
      • Fires
      • RVs
      • Tents
      • Equestrian
      • Alcohol
      Camper-submitted photo from Meadow Creek Dispersed Camping
      Camper-submitted photo from Meadow Creek Dispersed Camping
      Camper-submitted photo from Meadow Creek Dispersed Camping
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      Camper-submitted photo from Meadow Creek Dispersed Camping

      9. Meadow Creek Dispersed Camping

      2 Reviews
      6 Photos
      60 Saves

      The majority of campgrounds on the Gila National Forest are primitive and offer dispersed camping. You may camp outside of developed campgrounds anywhere on the Forest at no charge. The Gila National Forest implemented Travel Management and we recommend you stop in to one of our six ranger stations and pick up travel management maps so that you are aware where vehicles are and are not permitted.

      Potable water, toilets, and other amenities are not generally available. If you choose to camp outside developed areas, be sure to bring adequate water or be prepared to purify any water source before drinking. No permits are required to camp in wilderness areas.

      The Gila National Forest has a 14-day stay limit, in any 30 day period, on all camping. Areas designated as “Day Use Only” are limited to posted hours, no overnight use.

      • Pets
      • Fires
      • RVs
      • Tents
      • Group
      • Standard (Tent/RV)
      Camper-submitted photo from South Gage Dispersed Camping
      Camper-submitted photo from South Gage Dispersed Camping
      Camper-submitted photo from South Gage Dispersed Camping
      Camper-submitted photo from South Gage Dispersed Camping
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    Recent Dispersed Reviews In Faywood

    21 Reviews of 19 Faywood Campgrounds


    • TThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Meadow Creek Dispersed Camping
      Aug. 13, 2024

      Meadow Creek Dispersed Camping

      Meadow Creek,NM

      Road is a little rough but well worth it. No one camped near us. Was able to let the dogs roam without fear. Lots of wood in the area. A small creek along the road. Good hiking area. Will definitely go back.

    • Melissa S.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Gold Gulch Road
      Mar. 30, 2024

      Gold Gulch Road

      Nice place to pull over for the night

      We came in after dark, but the roads were clear and it was easy to set up. Quiet.

    • Jorge G.
      Camper-submitted photo from Celebration Well Dispersed Camping
      Mar. 4, 2024

      Celebration Well Dispersed Camping

      Low-key dispersed sites

      A handful of sites located on the other side of Skates Canyon from Sapillo Campground. Close to great hiking around the CDT and fishing in Lake Roberts. Most of the sites sit on the shades of ponderosa and there's plenty of space for group camping.

      This is as bare as it gets. No services, no cell signal, no trash disposal, not even a pit toilet. Some sites have rock rings for campfires but that's about it. Please recreate responsibly and leave no trace. Pack out whatever you pack in.

      Quiet during the winter, but gets busy during the summer as evidenced by how well worn the dirt paths around the area are.

    • D
      Camper-submitted photo from Cattlemen Trail - Dispersed Camping
      Oct. 26, 2023

      Cattlemen Trail - Dispersed Camping

      Great camping and hiking

      Great place I came upon while on I-10. Thirty minutes for the interstate. The hiking was good. The place was a little busy, but not bad. Heard some cows but never seen them. Clean place. No services. Cell signal was good.

    • Dawid M.
      Camper-submitted photo from Gold Gulch Road
      Sep. 25, 2023

      Gold Gulch Road

      Safari

      a place like from some safari movie, beautiful sunset, you can see a herd of cows. plenty of room for everyone and an easy route

    • Sierra N.
      Camper-submitted photo from Meadow Creek Dispersed Camping
      Apr. 16, 2023

      Meadow Creek Dispersed Camping

      Legendary creek side camping in a valley

      This trail requires 4x4 and high clearance. It is a bumpy road for all 3+ miles into the mountainside. But it is far worth the drive for the seclusion. There are plenty of spaces to camp before the creek. But we kept going for about 3 miles, hit a road gate, and started traveling into the valley. It will eventually open up and you will see meadow creek. Spots to the left and right of the fork, we settled at the bottom. No service in the valley. Extremely magical, and serene. Leave it better than you left it please! If you want a camp spot off the beaten path, this is it. Perfect for tent camping/car camping.

    • Sierra N.
      Camper-submitted photo from Bear Mountain
      Apr. 2, 2023

      Bear Mountain

      Quiet & Beautiful

      Right off the road, 4 campsites. The last one is a little more open and we will def be coming back. Pretty stars, and 2 bars of service for Verizon. Please remember to clean up after yourself! Unfortunately there was a lot of old glass, among other trash. Also be careful on the road, it’s 30, but people fly down it not thinking of others on the road. It is a tight squeeze to get a truck back there, Tacoma, but we got tucked in just fine. Also there’s a woodsy sign leading into the forest! Cool to see an iconic owl!

    • R
      Camper-submitted photo from Gila National Forest Road 861 Dispersed
      Mar. 11, 2023

      Gila National Forest Road 861 Dispersed

      Great views

      A number of flat cleared areas not far off of hwy90. We cleaned up the beer cans, bottles, and trash left from other before us. We plan on being here for several more days. 30ft class A with toad.

    • a
      Camper-submitted photo from Bear Mountain
      Nov. 10, 2022

      Bear Mountain

      Nice dispersed spots

      4-5 dispersed spots on road 4242d before reaching the summit on bear mountain road (where the coordinates take you to). A narrow, rocky road with some low-hanging trees. Our sprinter made it but it was tight. The best spot was where the road dead-ends. Lots of shelter but not a ton of sunlight.

    • A
      Camper-submitted photo from Cattlemen Trail - Dispersed Camping
      Nov. 3, 2022

      Cattlemen Trail - Dispersed Camping

      Cattleman trail

      There’s several campsites around the trail head. I found a great secluded spot along a rough back road area, my express van with chunky tires was able to clear the bumps in the roadway. Cell service is excellent for Verizon even wandering around the trails back here.

    • S
      Camper-submitted photo from Gila National Forest Road 861 Dispersed
      Oct. 7, 2022

      Gila National Forest Road 861 Dispersed

      Awesome boondocking

      Off Chisholm trail , previous coordinates are for CDT NO VEHICLE TRAFFIC. Great sites, I think I had the best one. First on right just before Cattlemans road. Met Pat she has the grazing rights here. She was very apologetic about the trash the last campers left. I just said well some are scum and showed her the two trash bags full and the 4x6 platform I cut up so it's manageable. Will burn the wood and haul the rest off. Only saw her cattle one afternoon. I'm a country boy so seeing cow poop is not a big deal. She said a bear was just shot yesterday a few miles north of here. Be vigilant. #leavenotrace

    • S
      Camper-submitted photo from Cattlemen Trail - Dispersed Camping
      Oct. 5, 2022

      Cattlemen Trail - Dispersed Camping

      Excellent area

      Staying at the first site on the right. 14 days. Love it, plenty of shade and also sun for solar recharge. No utilities and sites not marked but they are abvious. Peace and quiet. I'm getting 3 bars on AT&T which is pretty good I think. Streamed a movie last night with no issues. Previous campers left trash, so my two dogs and I cleaned it up. Cut up a 4x6 platform they left. Will burn the wood and haul off the frame to a dumpster in Silver City where I'll restock at walmart. Met Pat this morning- she has the grazing rights through here. She apologized for mess from previous camper's. Told her and showed her it's taken care of and Thanked her for stopping by to say Hi. Will definitely stay here again!

    • J
      Camper-submitted photo from Cattlemen Trail - Dispersed Camping
      Mar. 29, 2022

      Cattlemen Trail - Dispersed Camping

      Stay off White Water Rd

      If coming from the east your gps might try to take you via White Water Rd -DONT! Instead take the 90 unless you want to spend an hour driving over bone jarring washboard roads

    • Danny H.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Gila National Forest Road 861 Dispersed
      Mar. 5, 2022

      Gila National Forest Road 861 Dispersed

      Nice Overnight Boondocking location

      This is a Gila National Forest Access Road just west of the Continental Divide on highway 90.  It has multiple fairly level and easily accessible boondocking sites. It's far enough from the highway to be quiet. The only real drawback is the Cattle droppings here and there. We spent the night, so can't comment on other activities in the area, but there are roads and trails leading out of the location and into the Forest.

    • Darrin R.
      Camper-submitted photo from Bear Mountain
      Jan. 19, 2022

      Bear Mountain

      Rugged, no frills, but beautiful and quiet

      Stopped here to spend the night in July because it was cooler (~7500 ft elevation), free, quiet and beautiful. It's just a place to camp in the National Forest. No amenities.

    • A
      Camper-submitted photo from Roadside Pullouts and Disperesed Camping along Route 15
      Oct. 7, 2020

      Roadside Pullouts and Disperesed Camping along Route 15

      Many scenic overnight pullouts along Route 15

      We were hoping to stay at the Gila Hot Springs campground, but it was full. Although the hot springs were oh so tempting, we're glad it turned out that way. First, FREE!  Second, fabulous views, stars, and amazing quiet.  

      All along Route 15 in the mountains to the south of Gila Hot Springs are numerous pull-offs, pull-outs, and pull-throughs where you can camp overnight.  I wouldn't recommend a long stay, but we found a little road off up a gentle embankment with a killer view. There were many others we would have gladly stayed at too.  We are pulling a 17-ft travel trailer but some of the spots are wide and broad and would fit a much larger rig.

      No-one but a masochist would drive along Route 15 at night (slow, steep, winding) and so there was zero car noise all night.  This would be true for any of the pullouts, so even though you're close to the road, there aren't any cars so it doesn't matter much.  No cell service, but there isn't cell service anywhere in the area, even in Gila Hot Springs.

      We drove to the cliff dwellings in the morning, took a leisurely 20-30 minutes.



    Guide to Faywood

    Camping near Faywood, New Mexico, offers a unique blend of stunning landscapes and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

    What to do:

    • Explore the trails: The area is known for its beautiful hiking trails. One camper mentioned, “You could just walk around the rocks and campground or take one of the trails out into the desert landscape” at City of Rocks State Park Campground.
    • Rockhounding: If you enjoy searching for unique rocks, Rockhound State Park Campground is a great spot. A visitor said, “If you like to hunt for rocks, or just be away from everything, this is a good place.”
    • Wildlife watching: Many campers have spotted various wildlife. One review noted, “I also saw the most wildlife from this site (marmot, roadrunner, jack rabbit, and more)” at City of Rocks State Park Campground.

    What campers like:

    • Clean facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A visitor at Rockhound State Park Campground mentioned, “Facilities: Hot water, free showers, flush toilets, soap, dump station, not much more you need.”
    • Friendly staff: Many reviews highlight the helpfulness of campground hosts. One camper at Little Vineyard RV Park said, “Folks in the office were exceptional.”
    • Unique camping experiences: Campers enjoy the distinctive sites. A review for City of Rocks State Park Campground stated, “One of the best campgrounds, in regards to campsite layout, we have stayed in during 4 1/2 years of full timing.”

    What you should know:

    • Remote locations: Some campgrounds are quite isolated. A camper shared, “While I was ready to get back to civilization (the park is fairly remote), I genuinely had a relaxing time” at City of Rocks State Park Campground.
    • Limited amenities: Not all campgrounds have full hookups or markets nearby. A review for Rockhound State Park Campground noted, “No market, pets allowed, picnic table, reservable.”
    • Wildlife encounters: While wildlife is a draw, it can also be a nuisance. One camper at Percha Dam State Park Campground mentioned, “The raccoons are amusing if they're not getting into your stuff.”

    Tips for camping with families:

    • Choose spacious sites: Look for campgrounds with larger sites for family comfort. A review for Rose Valley RV Ranch stated, “The sites are huge and feel very private, offering a little fenced-in, personal yard at most sites.”
    • Plan for activities: Make sure to have a list of activities to keep everyone entertained. One camper at City of Rocks State Park Campground mentioned, “We had our bikes and were not disappointed!”
    • Pack essentials: Bring along games and outdoor gear. A visitor at Rockhound State Park Campground noted, “Good trails for walking the dogs.”

    Tips from RVers:

    • Check site sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A review for Dream Catcher RV Park mentioned, “Nice level spot, but winds must blow year-round in one direction.”
    • Be prepared for wind: Some areas can be windy. One camper at Dream Catcher RV Park said, “Sitting outside at night the winds blew a constant Gasoline Vapor.”
    • Look for amenities: Choose campgrounds with good facilities. A visitor at Little Vineyard RV Park mentioned, “Great park. Lots of amenities. Heated pool, dog off-leash area.”

    Camping near Faywood, New Mexico, offers a variety of experiences for everyone. From unique landscapes to friendly campgrounds, there’s something for every outdoor enthusiast.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    • Which is the most popular dispersed campsite near Faywood, NM?

      According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dispersed campground near Faywood, NM is Cattlemen Trail - Dispersed Camping with a 4.7-star rating from 7 reviews.

    • What is the best site to find dispersed camping near Faywood, NM?

      TheDyrt.com has all 19 dispersed camping locations near Faywood, NM, with real photos and reviews from campers.