Free Camping Collection
Public Campground
Sapillo Campground
Sapillo Campground is located near the Gila National Forest in New Mexico, featuring rugged terrain with pine forests and rocky landscapes. Temperatures range from highs in the 80s during summer to lows in the 20s in winter. Nearby attractions include the Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument and the Gila Wilderness, offering opportunities for hiking and exploring historical sites.
Description
This is a nice shady campground under ponderosa pines.
Sapillo is an undeveloped campground under ponderosa pine and is a favorite of group campers.
No reservations are necessary. First come - first serve. All Gila NF campgrounds have a 14-day stay limit.
There is no firewood available. Please bring your own if you plan on building a fire.
Please "Pack It In, Pack It Out" and do not dispose of trash in the campfire rings.
There are numerous dispersed camping sites in the campground.
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 5 min from Las Cruces, NM
- 2 hrs 47 min from El Paso, TX
- 3 hrs 35 min from Sierra Vista, AZ
- 3 hrs 47 min from Albuquerque, NM
Location
Sapillo Campground is located in New Mexico
Directions
The campground is located 10 miles north of Wilderness Ranger District in Mimbres.
Coordinates
33.007854 N
108.114902 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
- Group
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Fires
FREE established camping
Enjoy camping on government land. Limited or no services at this camping area.
