Open

Open mid-March through December, weather dependent. Stage 1 fire restrictions are in effect through September 30, 2026; campfires are permitted only in the provided fire rings. All sites are first-come, first-served with no reservations.

Gila National Forest

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…

Gila National Forest

Black Range Ranger District network and phones down June 24, 2026

Computer network and phones are out of service at the Black Range Ranger District since about 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 23. The office is open for visitors, but without access to the network and point-of-sale system, we are unable to make any sales until the outage is resolved.

Gila National Forest

Bear Fire Area/Road Closure

An area closure goes into effect at 6:00 a.m. Saturday, June 13 for all National Forest System lands east of Catron County Road A095 (Mangas Road), as well as all roads and trails within the area closure (see map).

About

Mesa Campground occupies a scenic mesa above Lake Roberts in Gila National Forest's Wilderness Ranger District. At 6,150 feet elevation, the campground is shaded by juniper and pinon pine trees, with several sites positioned along the bluff offering views of the lake below. The location makes it an excellent base for birding, as migrating birds frequent the campground while waterfowl gather on the lake. The campground features heated restrooms with flush toilets, potable water, picnic tables at each site, fire rings, and garbage service. Twelve sites include water and electric hookups. Two ADA-accessible sites are available. All sites operate first-come, first-served with a 14-day maximum stay. Located approximately 25 miles north of Silver City via NM 35, Mesa Campground provides convenient access to Lake Roberts and the surrounding Gila wilderness. Pets are welcome but must be leashed, and horses or pack animals are not permitted in the campground.

Directions

From Silver City, take US 180 east approximately 9 miles to NM 152 east. Continue on NM 152 for about 15 miles, then turn north on NM 35 and continue approximately 25 miles to Lake Roberts and the campground.

Amenities

Water Yes
Fires Allowed Yes
Toilets Yes
Dump Station
Wifi No
Pets Allowed Yes
Showers No
Electric Hookups Yes
Water Hookups Yes
Sewer Hookups No
Camp Store
Price $15 - $25

Vehicle

Max RV Length
Max Trailer Length
Big Rig Friendly
Pull Through Sites

Contact

Phone +1 (575) 536-2250

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile Yes

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