Marcus Wilderness Campground
Open year-round for wilderness camping. Permits required and available via Recreation.gov up to three months in advance or walk-up at Pine Springs Visitor Center 8:00 a.m. to noon daily. Commercial toilet bag system required for all overnight stays.
Flash Flood Warning issued May 1 at 9:03AM CDT until May 1 at 10:30AM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
At 903 AM CDT /803 AM MDT/, gauge reports indicated that heavy rain was falling across the warned area. Between 0.5 and 1.5 inches of rain have fallen. Flooding impacts will continue, but little additional rainfall is expected. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly. HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by heavy rain. SOURCE...Gauges reported. 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... Mentone, Orla, Red Bluff Reservoir, Red Bluff and Slash Ranch.
Flood Watch issued May 1 at 2:28AM CDT until May 1 at 4:00PM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall will be possible. * WHERE...Portions of southeast New Mexico, including the following areas, Central Lea, Eddy County Plains, Guadalupe Mountains of Eddy County, Northern Lea and Southern Lea and Texas, including the following areas, Andrews, Crane, Davis Mountains, Davis Mountains Foothills, Dawson, Eastern Culberson, Ector, Gaines, Glasscock, Guadalupe Mountains Above 7000 Feet, Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains, Loving, Martin, Midland, Pecos, Reagan, Reeves County Plains, Terrell, Upton, Ward and Winkler. * WHEN...Through this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Low-water crossings may be flooded. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Showers and a few thunderstorms with heavy rainfall will develop through Friday afternoon. Rainfall amounts up to 1 to 2 inches will be possible. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Marcus Wilderness Campground is a primitive backcountry camping area in Guadalupe Mountains National Park, accessible only by foot trail from Dog Canyon. The 3.7-mile approach crosses grassy areas, ascends Manzanita Ridge with views of West Dog Canyon, then descends to the campground elevation. This infrequently traveled route demands careful navigation, following trail markers and rock cairns. The campground occupies a protected site among pinion and juniper trees, providing natural shade and shelter from wind. Five designated campsites accommodate backpackers willing to earn their solitude in this remote corner of the Guadalupe Mountains Wilderness. The setting combines desert and montane characteristics typical of the northern Chihuahuan Desert ecosystem. This is true wilderness camping with no amenities. Backpackers must carry all water (plan for one gallon per person per day), use containerized fuel stoves only (fires prohibited), and pack out all trash using required commercial toilet bag systems. A wilderness use permit is mandatory and can be reserved up to three months in advance through Recreation.gov or obtained walk-up at Pine Springs Visitor Center.
Directions
From Dog Canyon, hike 3.7 miles through grassy areas and across Manzanita Ridge. Trail descends to campground in pinion and juniper habitat. Pay close attention to trail markers and rock cairns as route is infrequently used.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | No |
| Toilets | No |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | No |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $6 - $12 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (915) 828-3251 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| Reservations | |
| Regulations | |
| NPS Campground Website |
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