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McGaffey Campground
FSU.S. Forest Service — New Mexico · Cibola National Forest and Grasslands
| Agency | FSU.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Area | Cibola National Forest and Grasslands |
| Location | New Mexico · Cibola National Forest and Grasslands · 35.37072, -108.52272 · Map |
| Sites | Not reported — the federal listing names no individual sites for this campground |
| Getting a site | First-come, first-served only — this campground takes no reservations. |
| Hookups | Not reported in the federal data |
| Max RV length | Not reported in the federal data |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Not reported — the federal listing carries no fee description for this campground. |
See the official listing on Recreation.gov →
Fed Camp Finder is a directory: it takes no reservations and shows no live availability — booking happens on Recreation.gov. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 11, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-02-25.
From the official listing
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, from the listing
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.
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Trip Card — McGaffey Campground
New Mexico · Cibola National Forest and Grasslands
| Agency | FS · U.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Location | New Mexico · Cibola National Forest and Grasslands |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | First-come only |
| Hookups | Not reported |
| Max RV | Not reported |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | Not reported |
Official listing: recreation.gov/camping/poi/253529 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 11, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — Fed Camp Finder takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.