Shumard Canyon Wilderness Campground
Open year-round. Wilderness Use Permit required for all overnight camping. Reservations available through Recreation.gov up to three months in advance, or walk-up permits available 8:00 AM to noon daily at Pine Springs Visitor Center. Reserved permits must be picked up in person by 3:30 PM Mountain Time, no later than 48 hours before trip start.
Flood Watch issued October 29 at 1:50PM MDT until October 30 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of southeast New Mexico, including the following areas, Central Lea, Eddy County Plains, Guadalupe Mountains of Eddy County, Northern Lea and Southern Lea and Texas, including the following areas, Andrews, Borden, Central Brewster, Chinati Mountains, Chisos Basin, Crane, Davis Mountains, Davis Mountains Foothills, Dawson, Eastern Culberson, Ector, Gaines, Glasscock, Guadalupe and Delaware Mountains, Howard, Loving, Lower Brewster County, Marfa Plateau, Martin, Midland, Mitchell, Pecos, Presidio Valley, Reagan, Reeves County Plains, Scurry, Terrell, Upton, Van Horn and Highway 54 Corridor, Ward and Winkler. * WHEN...Through Friday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Low-water crossings may be flooded. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Deep moisture will spread over the entire area ahead of an approaching upper level storm system today and Friday. Numerous to widespread showers and thunderstorms will be capable of producing very heavy rainfall over these areas. 1 to 3 inches of rainfall with locally higher totals will be possible, which could result in areas of flash flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Shumard Canyon Wilderness Campground sits in a remote corner of the Guadalupe Mountains Wilderness, appealing to those drawn to the stark beauty of the Chihuahuan Desert and the unique geology of the Guadalupe range. The 9-mile approach from Pine Springs Trailhead is less vertically demanding than many park trails but offers no shade or tree cover, making proper preparation for sun, wind, and temperature extremes essential. This is true primitive camping with five designated sites and no facilities whatsoever. There is no water source, no toilet, and no trash service. The park requires all overnight wilderness permit holders to carry landfill-safe commercial toilet bag systems (minimum one per person per night) with proof of possession at permit pickup. All trash must be packed out. Campfires are strictly prohibited throughout Guadalupe Mountains National Park; only containerized fuel stoves may be used for cooking. Wilderness Use Permits are required and can be reserved up to three months in advance through Recreation.gov, or obtained as walk-up permits at Pine Springs Visitor Center from 8:00 AM to noon daily (up to 24 hours in advance). Reserved permits must be picked up in person by 3:30 PM Mountain Time, no later than 48 hours before your trip. Pets are not allowed on any trails or in the backcountry.
Directions
Access via Pine Springs Trailhead off U.S. Highway 62/180. The Shumard Canyon trail is approximately 9 miles one-way from the trailhead. The trail is unprotected and exposed with no tree cover.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | No |
| Toilets | No |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | No |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $12 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (915) 828-3251 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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