Gwynn Tank

Open — Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. No reservations available. Access via Forest Road 141 may be affected by seasonal conditions.

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

Gwynn Tank Campground is a relatively new facility on the Gila National Forest's Reserve Ranger District, having opened in June 2021. Located approximately 30 miles southeast of the village of Reserve via Forest Road 141, the campground sits adjacent to its namesake Gwynn Tank pond, which is historically stocked for recreational fishing and popular among anglers. The campground features seven developed campsites designed for tent camping, with three pull-through sites that can accommodate self-contained RVs up to 28 feet in length. Each site includes a picnic table and fire pit with ADA accessible fire rings. All campsites are accessible. A vault toilet is available for public use. The remote location offers a quiet camping experience surrounded by forest. The campground provides access to wilderness recreation opportunities and is situated in a relatively remote area of the forest. Visitors should be prepared for primitive conditions and come self-sufficient, as this is a developed but basic facility in a backcountry setting.

Directions

Located approximately 30 miles southeast of Reserve, New Mexico via Forest Road 141.

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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 28ft
Max Trailer Length
Big Rig Friendly No
Pull Through Sites Yes

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

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