US Forest ServiceFreeCarson National Forest
Valle Vidal Dispersed
Cimarron, New Mexico, New Mexico9,567 ft🗓 May–Nov
About this site
Remote dispersed camping in Carson NF Valle Vidal Unit. Elk bugling in fall, wildflowers in summer.
Peak season temperatures
71°F
Avg high
43°F
Avg low
Verified historical climate data for this campsite location.
Wildlife in the area
Research-grade verified observations from iNaturalist near this campsite.
Red-tailed HawkElkChipping SparrowMountain Short-horned LizardWilliamson's SapsuckerMule Deer
Activities
Elk HuntingFishingHikingWildlife Viewing
Amenities
Fire RingMeadow Access
Site types
TentCar Camp
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Quick facts
- Land manager
- US Forest Service
- Managing unit
- Carson National Forest
- Fee
- Free — no reservation
- Season
- May–Nov
- Elevation
- 9,567 ft
- Peak temps
- 43°–71°F
- Rating
- 4.5 (21)
- Coordinates
- 36.7023, -105.2134
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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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