Open

Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. No fees or reservations required. 14-day stay limit applies.

Flood Watch issued October 30 at 11:50AM MDT until November 2 at 11:00AM MST by NWS Albuquerque NM

11:50 AM — October 31st, 2:00 AM

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of north central, northwest, and west central New Mexico, including the following areas, in north central New Mexico, Far Northwest Highlands, Jemez Mountains, Northwest Highlands and Tusas Mountains Including Chama. In northwest New Mexico, Chuska Mountains and Northwest Plateau. In west central New Mexico, San Francisco River Valley, Southwest Mountains, West Central Highlands, West Central Mountains and West Central Plateau. * WHEN...From late Saturday night through Monday morning. * 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. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Another round of widespread rainfall is expected Sunday into Monday with rainfall amounts between 1 and 2 inches near and west of the Continental Divide. This rainfall will occur over very saturated soils which will increase runoff. These are also areas that are still recovering from the last flood event. River rises are likely, but rises are not expected to be as high as the last flood event. If river flooding materializes, it will likely continue into Monday evening. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Flood Advisory issued October 30 at 11:52AM MDT until November 2 at 4:00PM MST by NWS Albuquerque NM

11:52 AM — October 31st, 12:00 PM

...The National Weather Service in Albuquerque has issued a Flood Advisory for the following rivers in New Mexico... San Francisco River at Reserve affecting Catron County. * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...San Francisco River at Reserve. * WHEN...Rises on the river are expected to begin Sunday night and last through Tuesday evening. * IMPACTS...At 13.0 feet, Bankfull stage. Some minor overbank flow may begin into drainage ditches near Highway 12. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 10:55 AM MDT Friday the stage was 10.0 feet. - Bankfull stage is 13.0 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 13.0 feet Monday morning. - Action stage is 13.0 feet. - Flood stage is 15.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Gila National Forest

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About

Apache Creek Campground is a peaceful, undeveloped campground situated among ponderosa pines in the northwest region of the Gila National Forest. Located at 6,431 feet elevation on the Reserve Ranger District, it provides abundant shade and a clean, quiet atmosphere with plentiful wildlife viewing opportunities. The campground offers basic amenities including vault toilets and picnic tables at each site. No potable water is available, so campers must bring their own supply. A small store is located about 500 yards away on Highway 12. The campground is free to use with no reservation system; all sites are first-come, first-served with a 14-day stay limit. Pets are welcome but must be kept leashed. OHVs, ATVs, hunting, shooting, and stock animals are prohibited within the campground. No permits are required for standard camping use.

Directions

From Reserve, travel north on New Mexico Highway 12 for approximately 12 miles. Just past mile marker 19, turn south (right if coming from Reserve) onto Forest Road 94 (Cox Canyon Road). The campground is located about 0.25 mile down on the right side of the road.

Amenities

Water No
Fires Allowed —
Toilets Yes
Dump Station No
Wifi No
Pets Allowed Yes
Showers No
Electric Hookups —
Water Hookups —
Sewer Hookups —
Camp Store No
Price $0

Vehicle

Max RV Length —
Max Trailer Length —
Big Rig Friendly —
Pull Through Sites —

Contact

Phone +1 (575) 388-8201

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

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