McGaffey Campground

FS USDA Forest Service · TX · Developed

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Conditions

Road Access Not recorded
Season Open Year Round
Campfires Not recorded
Elevation 8,000 ft

The managing agency hasn't published road access or campfire rules for this campground. The description and directions below often mention it — and it's worth calling the agency before a long drive.

Features

Environment High Elevation
Hookup Dry Camping

Campground Stats

Total Sites0

Location

35.37072, -108.52272 , TX

Description

This campground is situated in what was once the historic railroad logging and sawmill town of McGaffey.  McGaffey Campground was built in 1937 and lies west of the Continental Divide in the Zuni Mountains, at an elevation of approximately 8,000 feet.  It is the largest of the Mt. Taylor Ranger District campgrounds and has a volunteer host on site.  Mature ponderosa pine trees provide scenic settings and shade, while small hills provide some privacy.  Follow the road past the entrance, staying to the right to access the Oso and Page overnight sites. 

Remember to pay attention to road conditions and your vehicle's abilities before driving off of the main road.  Please be respectful of our historic heritage as you explore the area.

Directions

Take Exit 33 from I-40 east of Gallup, then drive south through Fort Wingate.  Continue 8 more miles on SR 400 to the campground entrance on the southwest side of the road.

Activities

CAMPING

Details

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