Big Horn Campground
Open — Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. No advance reservations. A 14-day stay limit applies.
Fireworks, Explosives and Sparks Restrictions
To prevent fires and for public safety order 03-00-23-001 prohibits to 1) possess, discharge, or use any kind of firework or other pyrotechnic devices; 2) use explosives; or 3) operate an internal or external combustion engine without a spark arresting devic
Motor Vehicle Order Road Restrictions
The purpose of this Order is for the protection of public health and safety and prohibits:
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 s
Small Business Timber Sale 5-year Recomputation
Under provisions of the Small Business Timber Sale Program, Forest Service and Small Business Administration (SBA) policies provide for recomputation of the small business share of National Forest timber sale offerings every five years.
Quemado Lake Closure
Quemado Lake and nearby recreation areas are closed due to harmful algal blooms. See full alert for more information.
Harmful algae detected in Quemado and Snow lakes
The New Mexico Environment Department is warning visitors to use caution at Quemado Lake, Snow Lake, and Hopewell Lake due to the formation of harmful algae blooms.
Gila National Forest to begin prescribed fires
Gila National Forest is planning prescribed fire operations this fall, pending all required approvals. We estimate this work to continue through the spring as weather conditions allow.
About
Big Horn Campground is a convenient free campground in Gila National Forest, located just one-tenth of a mile northwest of Glenwood along US Highway 180. The campground is typically used for short-term stays of one or two days and is within walking distance to the town of Glenwood. It is the closest designated campground to the Catwalk National Recreation Area, making it an ideal base for exploring this popular hiking destination. The landscape features pinon and juniper trees at an elevation of 4,757 feet. Each campsite includes a picnic table and fire ring. The campground has basic amenities including vault toilets but no potable water, so campers should bring their own water supply. Parking is limited to two vehicles per campsite. The campground operates year-round on a first-come, first-served basis with no fees or advance reservations. A 14-day stay limit applies. Pets must be leashed, and OHV/ATV use, hunting, shooting, and stock animals are prohibited in the campground.
Directions
Located at the north end of Glenwood, New Mexico, on the west side of US Highway 180. Watch for sign along the highway.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 40ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (575) 539-2481 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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