Upper Bonito Dispersed Recreation Area
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Reviewed May. 3, 2023

Secluded spot with bathrooms

A lot of dispersed camping areas don't have toilets, but this one does.

Lots of first come first served campsites along the little creek. Not much privacy when it's busier (warmer months).

Good base camp for some of the best hiking around Ruidoso (Big Bonito Trail, Argentina Trail, etc.)

Be prepared for lots of dust with the dirt road uphill from sites.

In the summer there are horse riding camps set up to provide trail rides.

Can get snowed in in the Winter months.

Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Upper Bonito Dispersed Recreation Area by Kala J., May 3, 2023
  • Review photo of Upper Bonito Dispersed Recreation Area by Kala J., May 3, 2023
  • Review photo of Upper Bonito Dispersed Recreation Area by Kala J., May 3, 2023
  • Review photo of Upper Bonito Dispersed Recreation Area by Kala J., May 3, 2023
  • Review photo of Upper Bonito Dispersed Recreation Area by Kala J., May 3, 2023
  • Review photo of Upper Bonito Dispersed Recreation Area by Kala J., May 3, 2023
  • Review photo of Upper Bonito Dispersed Recreation Area by Kala J., May 3, 2023
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