Rocky Canyon
Open — Open year-round, first-come, first-served. Access may be seasonally limited by snow and icy road conditions on Forest Road 150, which requires high clearance 4WD vehicles.
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
Rocky Canyon Campground is a small, primitive camping area located at 7,376 feet elevation in the Gila National Forest's Wilderness Ranger District. This free, first-come, first-served campground features only 2 campsites with picnic tables and offers access to remote wilderness trails and the Continental Divide Trail system. The campground serves primarily as a base for hikers, hunters, and horseback riders exploring the surrounding wilderness areas. Each site has a picnic table and fire ring, and a vault toilet serves the campground. No potable water is available, so campers must bring their own supply. Limited parking is available, and the remote location ensures a quiet, isolated camping experience away from crowds. Access to Rocky Canyon requires a high clearance 4WD vehicle, as Forest Road 150 is very rough, particularly through the Rocky Canyon section during the final miles. The campground is open year-round, though access may be limited by snow and icy conditions during winter months. A 14-day stay limit applies, and pets must be leashed. OHV and ATV use is prohibited within the campground, as is hunting and shooting. While popular with equestrians, stock animals are not permitted in the immediate campground area.
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. High clearance 4WD required.
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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) 536-2250 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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