Rocky Canyon
Open year-round, though access may be seasonally limited by snow and icy road conditions on FR 150. Stage 1 Fire Restrictions are in effect forest-wide as of March 23, 2026. No fees or reservations required.
Flood Watch issued July 20 at 9:32AM MDT until July 21 at 12:00AM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...Gila Region and portions of Otero County. * WHEN...Monday afternoon and evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
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…
Ben Lilly and Willow Creek Campground Closure
The Gila National Forest is issuing a temporary closure order for the Ben Lilly Campground and the Willow Creek Campground, in effect from 6 a.m. on July 21, 2026 through October 16, 2026 (or until rescinded). This order serves to protect public health and safety as monsoonal flood events have…
About
Rocky Canyon Campground sits at 7,376 feet elevation in the Wilderness Ranger District of Gila National Forest, offering primitive camping surrounded by ponderosa pine forest and dramatic rock formations. The campground serves as the trailhead for Brannon Park Trail #700, a scenic route that passes Brannon Springs through the beautiful Rocky Canyon landscape. Caves Trail is also accessible as a day hike destination from the campground. This is a no-fee, first-come-first-served campground with basic facilities including a vault toilet and two picnic tables. Potable water is not available, so campers must bring their own supply. A 14-day stay limit applies. The access road, Forest Road 150, can be very rough and requires a high-clearance 4x4 vehicle, especially during wet conditions or winter months. Pets are allowed but must be leashed. OHVs, ATVs, hunting, and shooting are prohibited within the campground. Stock animals are not permitted in the immediate campground area. The campground has limited parking, making it best suited for smaller vehicles and tent camping rather than large RVs.
Directions
From Mimbres, NM, follow New Mexico Highway 35 north approximately 9 miles to Forest Road 150. Turn right onto Forest Road 150 and proceed 12.5 miles to Rocky Canyon Campground on the left. FR 150 can be very rough; high-clearance 4x4 vehicle recommended.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (575) 536-2250 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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