Established Camping
Lincoln National Forest South Fork Campground
Lincoln National Forest South Fork Campground is located near Ruidoso, NM, surrounded by forested terrain. Temperatures range from lows in the 30s during winter to highs in the 80s in summer. Nearby attractions include the Lincoln National Forest trails and the Ruidoso Downs Race Track.
Description
One of the most popular camping sites on the Smokey Bear Ranger District. It has 60 Sites with a stay limit of 14 days. Fishing can be found nearby at Bonito Lake. Access to the White Mountain Wilderness Area can be found immediately at the south end of the Campground via the South Fork Trail (T19). The early portion of this trail is moderately easy with the higher portions being difficult.
Location
Lincoln National Forest South Fork Campground is located in New Mexico
Directions
Located in Ruidoso, NM, at the intersection of US 70 and State Rt. 48, take Rt. 48 north 13.1 miles to State Rt. 37. Turn left onto Rt. 37 and go 1.3 miles to Bonito Lake sign. Turn left at sign and go 4.9 miles to campground sign. Turn left at sign and go 0.5 miles into campground.
Coordinates
33.44908147 N
105.75324 W
Detours Nearby
Grindstone lake
31 min away
West Mesa Trailhead BLM Dispersed
33 min away
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 30 min from Las Cruces
- 2 hrs 37 min from El Paso
- 2 hrs 43 min from Albuquerque
- 3 hrs 6 min from Santa Fe
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Connectivity
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Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Pull-Through Sites
