Forks Campground
Open year-round, first-come first-served, no reservations. Stage 1 fire restrictions are in effect forest-wide through September 30, 2026 due to drought conditions. No potable water; campers must bring water and pack out trash.
Flood Advisory issued October 29 at 5:16PM MDT until October 29 at 8:15PM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
* WHAT...Arroyo and small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...West Central Grant County in southwestern New Mexico... North Central Hidalgo County in southwestern New Mexico... * WHEN...Until 815 PM MDT. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Water over roadways. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 516 PM MDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. This will cause arroyo and small stream flooding. Between 1 and 1.5 inches of rain have fallen. - Additional rainfall of up to 0.5 inches is expected over the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Mainly rural areas of West Central Grant and North Central Hidalgo Counties. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flood Advisory issued October 29 at 3:38PM MDT until October 29 at 8:45PM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
* WHAT...Arroyo and small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...West Central Grant County in southwestern New Mexico... Northwestern Hidalgo County in southwestern New Mexico... * WHEN...Until 845 PM MDT. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. River or stream flows are elevated. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 338 PM MDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. This will cause arroyo and small stream flooding. Up to 1 inch of rain has fallen. - Additional rainfall of up to 0.5 inches is expected over the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Redrock, Virden, Gila Lower Box and Gila Middle Box. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
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…
About
Forks Campground occupies a scenic stretch along the West Fork of the Gila River in New Mexico's Gila National Forest, approximately 40 miles north of Silver City via Highway 15. Dramatic cliffs frame the campground, which sits at 5,614 feet elevation in the Wilderness Ranger District. The upper portion is designated for overnight camping while the lower section along the river is day-use only. This is a primitive, no-fee campground operating first-come first-served with no reservations. Amenities are limited: there is one fully accessible restroom, fire rings at campsites, and pull-through sites available, but no potable water. Campers must pack out all trash. The sandy ground is suitable for tent camping, and each site allows a maximum of two vehicles. A 14-day stay limit applies. The steep, winding Highway 15 makes this campground unsuitable for RVs and large trailers. OHVs, ATVs, stock animals, hunting, and shooting are prohibited in the campground. Pets are permitted on leash. Doc Campbell's General Store, located 4 miles south, offers gas, groceries, hunting and fishing licenses, and fee-based hot springs showers. The Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument is approximately 5 miles north.
Directions
From Silver City, travel approximately 40 miles north on New Mexico Highway 15. The campground is on the east side of the highway just north of mile marker 38, approximately 5 miles south of the Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| 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 | No |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (575) 536-2250 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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