Rob Jagger's Campground
Open — Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. Some campsites are winterized during winter months and marked with orange flagging. Limited to 14 consecutive nights per 30-day period.
High Wind Watch issued March 14 at 1:47AM MDT until March 15 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM
* WHAT...Northwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts of 60 to 70 mph possible. * WHERE...Portions of central, east central, north central, northeast, and southeast New Mexico. * WHEN...From late tonight through Sunday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Localized areas of blowing dusts may reduce visibility.
Red Flag Warning issued March 13 at 9:47PM MDT until March 15 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
...CRITICAL FIRE CONDITIONS SATURDAY AND SUNDAY ACROSS SOUTHWEST, SOUTH CENTRAL NEW MEXICO AND FAR WEST TEXAS... High pressure nudging in from the west is causing temperatures to be well above seasonal averages, and relative humidity to be critically low this weekend. Daily highs Saturday and Sunday will average over 10 degrees above normal, as relative humidity values drops into the low teens and single-digits both days, with very poor overnight recovery. A two-day trough passage to our north will add increased winds mid afternoon on Saturday, which will continue and further strengthen overnight into Sunday. These winds combined with single digit RH's, warm temperatures, and drying fuels will lead to critical fire weather conditions. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zone 113 Capitan and Sacramento Mountains/Lincoln NF/LNZ. * TIMING...Mid afternoon Saturday, Saturday night, through Sunday afternoon. * WINDS...West 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 7 percent. * TEMPERATURES...Up to 76. * HIGHEST THREAT...is located on the eastern slopes of the Sacramento Mountains. * EXPERIMENTAL RFTI... 4 to 5 Marginally critical to critical. * IMPACTS...any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
From Recreation.gov
At the Rob Jaggers Campground, some campsites are currently winterized. These sites are marked with orange flagging. If you have any questions or would like to stay in one of these sites, please stop by the Camp Host location or call 575-244-4605.
About
Rob Jagger's Campground is a developed BLM campground situated within the Fort Stanton-Snowy River Cave National Conservation Area in Lincoln County, New Mexico. Located along NM 220 at approximately 6,300 feet elevation, the campground sits amid high desert terrain with views of the Capitan Mountains to the north and Sierra Blanca to the southwest. The area features diverse habitat including cedar/juniper hillsides, ponderosa pine stringers, and hardwoods meandering through canyon bottoms. The campground serves as the primary equestrian trailhead for the Fort Stanton NCA trail system, offering 73 miles of sustainable multi-use trails for horseback riding, mountain biking, and hiking. Trails wind through open meadows and canyons with views of the surrounding mountains. The campground includes facilities specifically for horse camping, including hitching rails, water for animals, and corrals available for an additional fee. Nearby recreation opportunities include the Rio Bonito Petroglyph National Recreation Trail, which features rock art from the Jornada Mogollon people, and Fort Stanton Cave, a 40-mile cave system currently closed for recreational caving due to White Nose Syndrome concerns. Historic Fort Stanton, one of the best-preserved frontier forts in the West, is nearby and features a museum. The towns of Capitan (birthplace of Smokey Bear), Lincoln (site of the Lincoln County Wars and Billy the Kid history), and Ruidoso resort area are all within 10 miles.
Directions
From the intersection of NM 246 and US 380 in Capitan, drive east on US 380 for 4.3 miles to NM 220 on the right. Take NM 220 approximately 1 mile south to Rob Jagger's Campground on the left. From the west end of Lincoln, drive west 7.75 miles on US 380 to NM 220 on the left, then drive south 0.9 miles to the campground.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $25 - $35 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (575) 322-0030 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov |
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