Railroad Rec. Mgt. Area
Open — Open year-round, first-come, first-served. No advance reservations. Campers must bring their own water as no potable water is available on-site.
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
Railroad Canyon Campground is located in the Black Range Mountains of Gila National Forest at 7,039 feet elevation, serving as a key portal to the Aldo Leopold Wilderness. This small, primitive campground appeals to nature seekers and backcountry enthusiasts planning trips into the wilderness. Amenities are minimal but adequate, including three picnic tables and vault toilets, with a small intermittent creek running through the grounds. The campground provides access to multiple trails, including the Gallinas Canyon Trail that heads north from the campground. The campground operates year-round on a first-come, first-served basis with no fees or passes required. Campers must bring their own water as potable water is not available on-site. Pets are allowed but must be leashed. Several restrictions apply: OHV/ATV use, hunting, shooting, and horse camping are prohibited within the campground, though horseback riding on adjacent trails is permitted. The stay limit is 14 consecutive days. Located on the north side of New Mexico Highway 35 between mileposts 25 and 26, the campground has limited parking and is not suitable for large RVs.
Directions
Located on the north side of New Mexico Highway 35, between mileposts 25 and 26. Note: NM Highway 152 between San Lorenzo and Kingston has steep grades and tight turns; trucks without retarder brakes or longer than 40 feet are prohibited on this section.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (575) 388-8201 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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