Best Dispersed Camping near Tome, NM
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Best Dispersed Sites Near Tome, NM (10)
1. Dispersed Camping off FS 542
Tijeras, New Mexico23 Reviews•40 Photos•427 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Tents
- Group
- Dispersed
2. Top of New Mexico - Dispersed Site
Placitas, New Mexico25 Reviews•65 Photos•338 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- RVs
- Group
- Equestrian
3. Manzano Mountains Camp
Mountainair, New Mexico1 Review•2 Photos•26 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- ADA Access
- RVs
- Tents
4. Manzanita Rec Zone Dispersed Camping - Sandia District
Ponderosa, New Mexico2 Reviews•5 Photos•36 SavesPlease consult the Manzanita Mountains Trail System Map to find a dispersed site: https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd555098.pdf
Look for Motorized Dispersed Camping info in the bottom left portion of the map. **When looking for the Dispersed Camping Sites, look for small, rectangular boxes with a site number in it and a pointer that directs you to the site.
There are NO AMENITIES at these sites. Cell phone coverage is not guaranteed. It is the recreationist’s responsibility to use a map if you choose to explore the area. It is a multi-user area. Trail(s) that are associated with each dispersed site are open for the following uses: Hiking, Mountain Biking, 2 Wheel Motorized Vehicles and Horseback Riding.
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- Dispersed
- Alcohol
5. Cedro 2 Track 13 Dispersed Site
Tijeras, New Mexico1 Review•3 Photos•26 SavesIndividual BLM Field Offices may have additional or supplemental special camping rules or guidelines. Please call our Field Offices or visit our individual recreation websites for this information.
BLM's overall policy is to allow dispersed camping on all the lands it administers with the following conditions and exceptions:
Dispersed camping is generally allowed on public lands in New Mexico for no more than a period of 14 days within any period of 28 consecutive days. The 14-day limit may be reached either through a number of separate visits or through 14 days of continuous overnight occupation during the 28-day period. After this time period, you must relocate to another site at least 25 miles away. The purpose of this is to prevent damage to sensitive resources caused by continual use of any particular areas.
Camping is prohibited within 900 feet of any developed water source such as a guzzler or watering trough so that the water is accessible to wildlife and livestock. Please do not park your vehicles near these waters or take any actions that would disturb wildlife or livestock from using these waters.
Campfires must be attended at all times. Campers must comply with all fire restrictions.
When using a motorized vehicle for camping access please park your vehicle near existing roads or existing undeveloped campsites.
Camping is permitted within all units of the National Wilderness Preservation System administered by the BLM in New Mexico. However, all motorized and mechanized vehicles and equipment are strictly prohibited in these areas. Campers must not dispose of refuse, hazardous materials, sewage, or gray water, in any manner that would pollute the surrounding area. Please pack it out, and dispose of those materials properly.
- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Tents
- Group
- Dispersed
6. Coyote Trailhead
Tijeras, New Mexico1 Review•2 Photos•13 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Tents
- Equestrian
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Recent Dispersed Reviews in Tome
52 Reviews of 10 Tome Campgrounds
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Josh F.
Traveler
Top of New Mexico - Dispersed Site
Great views, very isolated and quiet, wild animals
When you first arrive to the end of the road and the beginning of the public land - you have the option to go left, straight, or right. The left turn has one semi level campsite with a homemade fire ring but not as much on that left side. The straight route has the most options I found. I drove around for 15 minutes looking for the best spot but didn't see too many pre-cleared "camping spots" from previous travelers. Plenty of places to pull over to camp with a great view.
Incredible scenery, overlooking the valley and mountains in the West, with great sunsets. My first morning I was surrounded by a group of 5 cows grazing. They ended up laying 30 feet from the trailer all morning. Saw one other camper about a mile away.
The gravel roads are really tight for my 27" trailer, manageable but did rub on a couple of trees and shrubs on the drive in. Don't necessarily need a 4WD unless there is bad weather, but a few spots where ground clearance of a regular truck or SUV is important. Pretty isolated from supplies, which is the charm, but come prepared.
Great Starlink location and pretty good cell service (3/4 bars)
- FFrances L.
GuideTop of New Mexico - Dispersed Site
Meh
Don’t arrive when it’s dark. Not much going on, no fire rings, no wild horses to wake up to. Maybe it was too cold for the horses. No fire rings I saw nonetheless.
- CChris S.Traveler
Top of New Mexico - Dispersed Site
Lovely
Mostly residential area until you get to the open space. I didn't make it to the actual coordinates as I took a wrong turn near the end, but there is a ton of open space out here. Easy to get to in 25' RV. Recommend.
Lauren I.TravelerTop of New Mexico - Dispersed Site
Dark Sky Sanctuary
This is my second time camping here and it is a perfect hidden gem for campervanning. Road gets a little sketchy at the end but you don’t have to go all the way to the coordinates. Beautiful sunrise and sunset. Wild horses in the area. And, you can clearly see the Milky Way. No light pollution except the beautiful view of the city far away.
Lily C.
ScoutTop of New Mexico - Dispersed Site
Beautiful quiet view!
We spent one night here in our class c while on our trip to Miami and yeah the road is to be taken slow but it was worth it! There is a tiny art gallery on the side of the road!! Check it out!
- Naoshad Z.Scout
Dispersed Camping off FS 542
Easily accessible with peace and quiet. Decent views as well!
Road is easily traversed but would be more comfortable in a truck/suv. Some rough rutted areas after rains when I went. There are plenty of spots to pull of to along the side of the road. Designated areas with fire pits are bit difficult/narrow to get to if you are towing anything.
Junaid A.ScoutTop of New Mexico - Dispersed Site
My True Review about Top of the New Mexico
Top of New Mexico" near Albuquerque is a fantastic camping spot if you love open spaces and beautiful desert views. The sunsets here are breathtaking, and you might even spot wild horses roaming around. There's plenty of space for tents or RVs, and it's quiet and well-maintained, making it a perfect place to relax and enjoy nature. It can get a little windy, but that just adds to the experience. The road to get there winds through some houses, but once you arrive, you're surrounded by pure nature. also the food is so good, there are many food brands like subway menu who offers quality fast food services.
- KKarl K.Scout
Top of New Mexico - Dispersed Site
place to relax
There are no neighbors, and other vehicles are parked here, but they had to be a quarter of a mile away. Wild horses visit in the morning. We enjoyed the sunrise to sunset. There are easy hikes, and you can do some mountain biking.
Alice S.
LegendTop of New Mexico - Dispersed Site
Quiet Little Get Away
Used Google Maps and had no problem finding the place. Lots of open area to choose from for parking. The road up to the location is paved but once you enter it is gravel. I have a pro master van and had absolutely no problems. Just drive slow and you should be fine. Might be worse if it was raining heavy or something but overall not a bad path. Saw wild horses which was awesome. The vegetation has a lot of thorns and spikes so for a casual hiker it’s best to stay on the gravel roads. The cell signal was pretty good but not perfect. Enough to have phone calls easy but internet connection was a bit slow.
- Elle M.Traveler
Top of New Mexico - Dispersed Site
Stunning Space for Small Vehicles
Everything about this place is gorgeous. The 360 views from the top are incredible. I didn’t go down into the valley to see what was available but a man came through and mentioned there were options there too.
On the top of the ridge you’re a little limited for spots but it wasn’t busy enough to cause me an issue. My closest neighbor was a few hundred yards away just like I like it.
I car camp in a small SUV and the road is definitely not as well worn in as others. You’re also pretty close to the sides of the mountain on a winding rock path so larger or trailered vehicles are probably not ideal.
The wild horses are active. I saw them in the neighborhood coming through and they came through camp a few times in the evening/night. Dog didn’t love it but they gave us about 30ft of space and didn’t bother much.
Love this spot but definitely keep size and safety in mind.
Clay L.ScoutTop of New Mexico - Dispersed Site
Superb
From the moment we arrived, we were struck by the sheer beauty of the surroundings. The panoramic views of the mountains and valleys are simply stunning, making every moment a perfect photo opportunity. The site is well-maintained, with plenty of flat areas for tents and parking. And at this place i also wish to try Chicken Strips
- mmatt M.Traveler
Dispersed Camping off FS 542
Roads are a little rough
Nice place to stop. I was the only one there. There’s a couple spots when you first get in, and then there’s more further up but the roads get worse. There were coyotes around.
Maya T.GuideTop of New Mexico - Dispersed Site
Hidden Gem
Didn't camp here but came to enjoy the beautiful sunset. Drove a short distance from Albuquerque through Placitas, saw so many horses! This is an open space that overlooks the tail of Albuquerque, and the vistas beyond. I came for the sunset but would definitely stay if I was car camping. Wouldn't necessarily set up a tent for me, but some are braver than others!
Mallory W.TravelerTop of New Mexico - Dispersed Site
beautiful
The road to drive up is through a neighborhood and is 2 miles of windy road it was a little hard to maneuver with my 32’ trailer I just had to go slow nothing crazy. I was the only one around and the view was great, it was a little windy but it didn’t shake the trailer or anything. The only reason I’m giving 4 stars and not 5 is because or the rebar I found sticking out of the ground. At first I thought it was random but then I found 2 other pieces sticking straight out of the ground and they were in there deep
Vinny D.Guide
Manzanita Rec Zone Dispersed Camping - Sandia District
Great place
Have to drive up the forest service road off the pavement. A little rough but I have a lifted outback no issues! Highly recommended.
Tyler C.GuideTop of New Mexico - Dispersed Site
Worth it
I had some trouble finding the entrance, you have to get in from the southeast side of the neighborhood, @ Llano el Norte street, but other than that I’ve spoiled myself with finding such a great campsite so early on in my trip. Definitely windy.
- hheidi H.Traveler
Top of New Mexico - Dispersed Site
Great view and very private
Beautiful place to watch the sunset. A little windy, but very beautiful and private.
tres H.TravelerDispersed Camping off FS 542
Busy
Arrived around 9pm on a Friday night it was busy and pretty tough to find an open spot. It’s a nice area and stayed quiet all night. Road is rough would not go with a low clearance car
S H.GuideTop of New Mexico - Dispersed Site
huge mesa dispersed camping at top of windy road
Really easy to get to, up this lil windy residential road, go slow, that opens up into a huge public land past an open gate. Lots of paths from cars, just follow anyone you'd like and then pull over beside any ol bush. Don't run over any cactus.
Stayed for two nights and the sunsets were awesome. During the day it was very very windy but not too hot. Saw some wild horses the first morning but when I got too close one of them starting running toward me and I said hell no. Classic dispersed desert camping but with good service and close to Albuquerque.
- LLewis T.Traveler
Dispersed Camping off FS 542
Just enough trees for privacy, slightly steep ramp
Can make it up to camp with 2 wheel drive low clearance. Maybe some minor scraping as you leave/arrive over a bit of a rough ramp lip. Turn left at top of main entrance ramp to avoid worst road section which goes up to peak. Enough site separation I didn’t really hear others except when they were walking by on the road. Road makes a nice hike to the peak. There are large camp sites short walks from the road too, probably awesome for families with big tents, wouldn’t even see the road where passers by walk from some of those sites.
- LLewis T.Traveler
Manzanita Rec Zone Dispersed Camping - Sandia District
Roughish road, nice quiet spots
I like it. A bit less traveled than other nearby campground. Road almost more accessible to this camp ground for low clearance. Might scrape a bit going up final ramp to Cedro peak one, but not terribly either. Some local traffic passes through regularly, including an Amazon delivery van a day. To be honest I didn’t make it all the way in to the pin shown on the dyrt, had no issues anyway. Not even a ranger visit.
T&A Adventures *.Guide
Cibola NP
Quick Overnight
We came here planning on staying at Coyote Trailhead that was listed. Turns out you can't overnight park at the actual trailheads. And to get to the dispersed camping you have to have a jeep or similar rock climbing type vehicle & not towing anything. Crazy steep rock face in the middle of the road near the trailhead. So we turned around, saw this spot and no one was there. We spent the night, boondocking. No one bothered us.
- DDania H.Traveler
Top of New Mexico - Dispersed Site
Great dispersed spot
Your on top of a mesa like area so it may be a little windy, it was when we went. Stayed for 1 night. It was very clean and no one else was around other than a few walkers in the morning.
William C.GuideTop of New Mexico - Dispersed Site
Great getaway close to ABQ
Stayed here overnight for a quick stop. Wide open range with amazing views and a herd of wild horses.
- SSherry M.Traveler
Cedro 2 Track 13 Dispersed Site
Great spot
We are the only ones here they have nice fire pits very quiet lots of trees. Because of that you have quite a decent wind block.
Taylor M.TravelerTop of New Mexico - Dispersed Site
Spirit Film Set
Pulled in right before sunset and only saw 2 other cars in the area. Watched a rainbow form over the Sandia Mtns and a herd of wild horses ran right through our campsite! Best night of my life!!
- ddustin W.Traveler
Top of New Mexico - Dispersed Site
Great spot
This is a gem of a spot. You drive through a residential area of really nice hi purses and horses. It’s opens up with a spectacular view and some wide open spots to watch the sun go down. It is windy though but worth it.
Guide to Tome
Discover the beauty of dispersed camping near Tome, New Mexico, where nature's tranquility awaits. With a variety of options, you can find the perfect spot to unwind and connect with the great outdoors.
Top Activities While Free Camping Near Tome
- Enjoy hiking and exploring the scenic trails at Cibola NP, where you can immerse yourself in the stunning landscapes and diverse wildlife.
- Experience the peacefulness of nature at Manzano Mountains Camp, which offers a wooded environment perfect for relaxation and stargazing.
- Take advantage of the fire pits at Cedro 2 Track 13 Dispersed Site for cozy evenings under the stars, making it an ideal spot for campfire stories.
Tips for Free and Dispersed Camping Near Tome, New Mexico
- Be prepared for rough roads when heading to Manzanita Rec Zone Dispersed Camping - Sandia District, as a vehicle with higher clearance is recommended for a smoother journey.
- Always practice Leave No Trace principles to maintain the natural beauty of areas like Dispersed Camping off FS 542, ensuring that future visitors can enjoy the same pristine environment.
- Bring your own firewood when camping at places like Coyote Trailhead, as firewood is not provided, and be sure to check local regulations regarding fires.
Dispersed Campers Should Check Out Manzano Mountains Camp
- This location is big rig friendly, making it accessible for larger vehicles while still providing a secluded experience in the woods.
- With no permits required, Manzano Mountains Camp allows for spontaneous trips, perfect for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle.
- Pets are welcome here, so you can bring your furry friends along to enjoy the great outdoors with you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular dispersed campsite near Tome, NM?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dispersed campground near Tome, NM is Dispersed Camping off FS 542 with a 4.3-star rating from 23 reviews.
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