Upper Fir Group Area
Closed for winter. Opens May 15, 2026 and operates through October. Reservations required via Recreation.gov. Forest fire restrictions may be in effect.
Flood Watch issued September 21 at 6:07PM MDT until September 23 at 7:00PM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...All of south-central and southwestern New Mexico, as well as El Paso and western Hudspeth Counties in Texas. The area of greatest concern will be near and east of the Continental Divide to the Tularosa Basin and Sacramento Mountains. * WHEN...From Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Low-water crossings may be flooded. Extensive street flooding and flooding of creeks and rivers are possible. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - An early season back door cool front will interact with a late season plume of deep tropical moisture, bringing several rounds of thunderstorms with torrential downpours to the region Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday evening. Repeated thunderstorms may tend to focus in one or two areas, resulting in higher end precipitation totals. The most critical period with the heaviest rain potential will likely be Tuesday night into Wednesday morning. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Cannabis Possession Prohibited
Order 03-00-00-21-002 prohibits possessing, storing, or transporting a cannabis plant, any part of a cannabis plant, or any substance derived from a cannabis plant within the Southwestern Region National Forests in the State of New Mexico and the National Grasslands in the states of Texas and…
Current Prescribed Fire Updates
As prescribed fire is implemented on the Lincoln National Forest this alert page will be updated to share current conditions, planned work or postponed burns.Ruidoso Towers Prescribed Pile Burn - 5 acresSeptember 19, 2026 - Press Release for Planned Prescribed Fires on the Lincoln National…
About
Upper Fir Group Area is one of the most popular group campsites in the Sacramento Mountain area of Lincoln National Forest. Set at 9,000 feet elevation and tucked far back from public roads, it offers true peace and quiet for large gatherings. The campground accommodates groups of up to 120 people and can connect with Lower Fir Group for parties needing additional capacity. The site features a covered pavilion, 12 picnic tables, two fire rings, vault toilets, and one of the few potable water hydrants among group sites in the area. Trash service is provided. An open meadow adjacent to the campground is perfect for activities like ultimate frisbee or horseshoes. The high-elevation setting offers a mixture of pine, fir, aspen, and oak trees with scenic overlooks spanning the Tularosa Basin desert valley. The Rim Trail is a short distance away, offering hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding opportunities. White Sands National Monument is accessible for day trips to the west.
Directions
From Alamogordo, take US 82 east 17 miles through Cloudcroft. Turn left onto NM 244 towards Ruidoso and go 1/2 mile. Upper Fir Group Area is on Forest Road 422 at the end of the road.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $123 - $283 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 35ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 35ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (575) 682-2551 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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