ARMIJO SPRINGS
Open year-round, first-come first-served, no fees. Stage 1 fire restrictions are in effect forest-wide through September 30, 2026; campfires are permitted only in designated fire rings. No potable water; campers must bring their own. Pack out all trash.
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…
Sacaton Fire Closure
Due to active firefighting operations and fire danger associated with the Sacaton Fire, an area closure goes into effect for public health and safety at 8:00 a.m. Wednesday, July 1 for all National Forest System lands, roads, and trails within the Gila Wilderness around Sacaton Mountain (see full…
Bear Fire Area/Road Closure
An area closure goes into effect at 6:00 a.m. Saturday, June 13 for all National Forest System lands east of Catron County Road A095 (Mangas Road), as well as all roads and trails within the area closure (see map).
About
Armijo Springs Campground offers a secluded camping experience in the Gila National Forest, tucked among ponderosa pines and oak trees that provide welcome shade during summer months. Located not far from Quemado Lake, it strikes a balance between accessibility and remoteness. A natural spring nearby adds to the area's appeal. The campground is well-suited for group activities, with space for volleyball and horseshoes. While there are no designated hiking trails immediately adjacent, the low vehicle traffic on surrounding forest roads makes them suitable for casual hiking. Each site has a picnic table, and vault toilets are available. This is a primitive campground with no potable water, trash service, hookups, or dump station. Campers must bring their own water and pack out all trash. Trailers up to 35 feet can be accommodated, but RVs must be fully self-contained. The campground is free to use, operates first-come first-served, and has a 14-day stay limit.
Directions
From Quemado, go south on NM Highway 32 approximately 18 miles to Forest Road 854. Turn east and continue approximately 4 miles. FR 854 is not well marked on Highway 32, but a large brown campground sign is visible to the east of the intersection.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| 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 | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | 35ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (575) 773-4678 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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