Cherry Creek
Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. Occasionally closed in winter due to heavy ice buildup. Stage 1 fire restrictions are in effect through September 30, 2026; campfires are permitted only in designated fire rings.
Flash Flood Warning issued October 29 at 8:02PM MDT until October 29 at 11:00PM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
FFWEPZ The National Weather Service in El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa has issued a * Flash Flood Warning for... Central Grant County in southwestern New Mexico... * Until 1100 PM MDT. * At 802 PM MDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 0.75 and 1.25 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts up to 0.5 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly. HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. * Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Tyrone, Oak Grove, White Signal, Mangas Valley, Tyrone Mine and Wind Canyon.
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…
Mogollon Box Day Use Area gate closure
Due to high stream flows on the Gila River that have overflowed onto roadways within the Mogollon Box Day Use Area, the vehicle access gate into the day use area was closed on October 23, 2026. Water flowing over the roadway and deposited silt and other debris are a hazard to vehicle entrapment.…
About
Cherry Creek Campground is a small, primitive campground tucked into dense mixed conifer forest at 6,800 feet elevation in the Silver City Ranger District of the Gila National Forest. The campground is located approximately 14 miles from Silver City along the east side of NM Highway 15, placing it on one of the most scenic stretches of the Trail of the Mountain Spirits Scenic Byway. The campground offers 12 sites with picnic tables and vault toilet facilities. There is no potable water, so campers must bring their own supply. Firewood is not provided; bring your own or use charcoal or propane for cooking. A small seasonal stream runs through the campground, though it may only be a trickle depending on recent precipitation. Camping is free and first-come, first-served with a 14-day stay limit. The campground is generally open year-round but may close temporarily during winter when heavy ice buildup creates safety hazards. The site is not recommended for RVs over 17 feet due to access limitations. OHVs, ATVs, hunting, shooting, and stock animals are prohibited within the campground.
Directions
From Silver City, travel north on NM Highway 15 approximately 14 miles. The campground is located on the east side of the highway.
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 | 17ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (575) 388-8201 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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