Datil Well Recreation Area Campground
Reviewed Nov. 27, 2023

Well kept gem in the Western New Mexico highlands

Well maintained little BLM campsite right on US-60. Remarkable night skies when clear. $5 a night gets you access to brand new, clean solar toilets, (they light up at night even with no power!) water during the warmer seasons (already off as of 11/25) and mostly decent phone signal if you care about that. 

The Eagle Guest Ranch nearby has a gas sation, basic necessities, alcohol, and a cafe that serves all your standard diner fare. Beautifully polite people staffing the place. A highlight in the mostly barren stretch between Magdalena and Springerville. 

The campground is attached to a fantastic 3.25 mile loop trail that takes you to three fantastic vistas and isn't hard at all. 

Worth as a stop for a day, or a destination for a weekend trip. The Very Large Array is a stone's toss away; as well as further hiking opportunities in the Gila National Forest by way of NM-12, and the Cibola National Forest by way of the aforementioned US-60.

Month of VisitNovember
  • Review photo of Datil Well Recreation Area Campground by Jorge G., November 27, 2023
  • Review photo of Datil Well Recreation Area Campground by Jorge G., November 27, 2023
  • Review photo of Datil Well Recreation Area Campground by Jorge G., November 27, 2023
  • Review photo of Datil Well Recreation Area Campground by Jorge G., November 27, 2023