Apache Creek
Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. No fees or reservations required. 14-day stay limit applies.
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…
Catwalk Recreation Area Temporary Closure (Flooding)
For public safety, a portion of Whitewater Trail #207.1 is closed until further notice due to recent flooding along Whitewater Creek.
FR 141 construction road closure near Reserve
As of Sept. 23, 2026, there is a closure order in place along FSR 141 near Reserve. This closure will be in effect intermittently, mid-week (Tuesdays and Wednesdays) as needed by the contractor, and as needed for unforeseen events where closure of the road is necessary to protect public health and…
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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