Big Horn Campground
Open year-round, first-come, first-served with no fees. Stage 1 fire restrictions are in effect as of March 23, 2026 due to Very High fire danger. 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…
Quemado Lake Area/Trail Closure - Harmful Algal Blooms
The Gila National Forest has issued a public health and safety area closure of Quemado Lake due to a harmful algal bloom. The area closure will remain in effect until December 31, 2026 at 6 a.m., or until NMED advises that the lake is safe for public use.
Silver City Ranger District and Supervisor's Office Phones Down
Phones at the Silver City Ranger District and Supervisor's Office are down as of July 22, 2026. This alert will be removed once the phones are back in working order.
About
Bighorn Campground sits at 4,757 feet elevation along US Highway 180 at the north end of Glenwood, New Mexico. The campground is primarily used for short-term stays of 1-2 days rather than extended camping, making it an ideal stopover or base camp for exploring the surrounding Gila National Forest. The campground's main draw is its proximity to the Catwalk National Recreation Area, a scenic trail built along the remnants of a historic water pipeline through Whitewater Canyon. Glenwood itself is within walking distance, providing access to basic services. This is a primitive campground with vault toilets and picnic tables at each site but no potable water. Campers must bring their own water supply. The campground operates year-round on a first-come, first-served basis with no fees and a 14-day stay limit. Maximum of 2 vehicles per campsite. ATVs/OHVs, hunting, shooting, and pack animals are prohibited. Pets must be leashed.
Directions
Located 0.1 miles northwest of Glenwood, NM. From US Highway 180, the campground is on the west side of the highway at the north end of town.
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) 539-2481 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Useful Links
| USFS Bighorn Campground | |
| Gila National Forest Home |
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