Mcgaffey Campground
Open for the 2026 season. Operating dates are May 1 through October 15. No potable water is available; bring your own supply. Stage 1 fire restrictions are in effect for Mt. Taylor Ranger District from May 8 through August 31, 2026, which allows campfires only in agency-provided fire rings.
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About
McGaffey Campground sits in what was once a historic railroad logging and sawmill town, west of the Continental Divide in the Zuni Mountains of New Mexico. Built in 1937, it is the largest campground on the Mt. Taylor Ranger District, featuring 29 individual campsites, 21 picnic sites, and 3 group sites (Wingate, Torreon, and Tampico). Mature ponderosa pine trees provide scenic settings and shade throughout the facility. The campground lies at approximately 8,000 feet elevation and has a volunteer host on site during the operating season. Amenities include vault toilets and picnic tables, but potable water is not available so campers must bring their own supply. The maximum vehicle length is 22 feet, making this campground unsuitable for large RVs or trailers. Sites are available first-come, first-served with a 14-day stay limit. To reach McGaffey, take Exit 33 from I-40 east of Gallup, drive south through Fort Wingate, and continue 8 more miles on SR 400 to the campground entrance on the southwest side of the road.
Directions
Take Exit 33 from I-40 east of Gallup, then drive south through Fort Wingate. Continue 8 more miles on SR 400 to the campground entrance on the southwest side of the road.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $10 - $100 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 22ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 22ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (505) 346-3900 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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