Grapevine Campground - Gila Hot Springs, New Mexico
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| Address: The campground is located 40 miles north of Silver City on NM Hwy 15. | Coordinates: 33.178993, -108.204734 | |
| Site Type: Forest Service (USDA) | Status: Official | |
| Open Dates: Year round | Max Stay Length: 15 days | |
| Road Type: Gravel | Miles to Paved Road: 0.1 | |
| Number of Sites: 16-29 | Max RV Length : none | |
| Contact Email: | Contact Phone: 575-536-2250 | |
| Website: tinyurl.com/yzkf5uk | ||
This week's weather forecast for this location.
Wed  High 90° F Low 55° F |
Thu High 84° F Low 52° F |
Fri High 84° F Low 54° F |
Sat High 82° F Low 50° F |
This free Gila National Forest (Southwest New Mexico) campground is located on the banks of the Gila River and has beautiful cliffs serving as a natural backdrop.
The Grapevine Campground is named for an actual old grapevine that can be seen today. Today there is a large chain around it to protect it. The East, West and Middle Forks of the Gila River come together near this campground. No reservations taken. All on a first come, first serve basis.
Inexpensive showers, amenities, facilities, hot springs, and more are available at nearby Gila Hot Springs Ranch in Hot Springs, NM for $2. You can also take a dip in the hot springs.
Directions:
Smaller than 25′:
At Silver City, take Hwy 15 North for 40 miles. This is a twisty mountain road with steep downgrades.
Total Length Larger than 25′:
From Santa Clara, Head east on State Road 152, turn North onto State Road 35 at San Larenzo , turn right on State Road 15.
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| Amenities: - Restrooms - Fire Ring |
Activities: - Hiking Trails - Fishing - Swimming - Hunting - ATV Trails |
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Posted by Anonymous
on Feb 25, 2010
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