US Forest ServiceFree
Datil Well Dispersed NM
Datil, New Mexico, New Mexico7,395 ft🗓 May–Oct
About this site
High desert dispersed camping near Datil in Cibola NF at 7,400 ft. Cool summers and the Very Large Array visible on clear days.
Peak season temperatures
83°F
Avg high
60°F
Avg low
Verified historical climate data for this campsite location.
Wildlife in the area
Research-grade verified observations from iNaturalist near this campsite.
Mule DeerSonoran Gopher SnakeViolet-green SwallowAmerican ElkCommon RaccoonGreater Short-horned Lizard
Activities
StargazingHikingWildlife ViewingPhotography
Amenities
Fire RingWater Nearby
Site types
TentRVCar Camp
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Quick facts
- Land manager
- US Forest Service
- Fee
- Free — no reservation
- Season
- May–Oct
- Elevation
- 7,395 ft
- Peak temps
- 60°–83°F
- Rating
- 4.2 (18)
- Coordinates
- 34.1423, -107.8234
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First come, first served. No reservation system. Verify current conditions and fire restrictions with the land manager before visiting.
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