4.57157 reviews
Price
$15 - $25/night
Booking
First-Come
Sites
24 campsites
Season
Mid-March through De...
Cell
No Service
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
Top 5% in state
Price
$15 - $25/night
Booking
First-Come
Sites
24 campsites
Season
Mid-March through De...
Cell
No Service
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
Top 5% in state
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3697 Hwy 35 N., HC 68 Box 50 Mimbres, NM 88049
Anglers and birdwatchers who can snag a bluff site early will get the most from it. Brown and rainbow trout are catchable in the lake, electric-motor boating launches 0.3 miles out, and the Purgatory Chasm loop is a short walk from camp. Fall is the move: cooler temps, fewer crow
No cell service and no dump station are real constraints, and the access road's tight curves and steep grades have chewed up bigger rigs. Recent reviews flag noise from inconsiderate campers more than they used to, and there's an active fire closure order in effect, so call the G
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<p>Mesa campground provides a nice view of Lake Roberts. If you are looking for a lakeside retreat within easy driving distance of historic Silver City, then come and enjoy the beauty of the Gila National Forest at this campground.</p><p>Mesa Campground is nestled in the juniper and pinon trees on the mesa above Lake Roberts. The campground has sites along the bluff with great views of the lake below. Migrating birds in the campground and waterfowl on the lake make this a great place to go birding.</p><p> </p>
The elevation is 6,100 ft. This destination campground is a single loop located on a hilltop above Lake Roberts among Ponderosa and Pinon pine and juniper trees. Some campsites overlook the lake. There is minimal understory but campsites are widely spaced providing good to excellent privacy. The pull-throughs are located on the outside of the loop and will accommodate large RVs. Campsites with electric and water hookups are on the inside of the loop. There is a boat ramp 0.3 miles from the campground entrance. The community of Lake Roberts has a General Store with limited groceries, hot showers and such while Mimbres offers gas and restaurants for breakfast and lunch. Possible day trips are pictographs east of Upper End campground off State Rt. 35 in Spirit Canyon and two day trips on the 93-mile Trail of the Mountain Spirits National Scenic Byway. Along the latter Byway are some points of interest (POI) such as the Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument, Ft. Bayard, Pinos Altos to view some old structures built in 1860 and a cook's night out, Gila Hot Springs, etc.
Closure subject to weather conditions.
Only threaded spigot is located at Site 14.
The nearby Lake Roberts is 72 acres and no wake. Electric motors only
The parking aprons are paved. RV waste stations, with potable water, are available for a fee in Silver City, NM at Silver City RV Park, 1304 N Bennett St., and Rose Valley RV Ranch, 2040 Memory Lane.
In Mimbres, NM, at the intersection of State Rts. 35 and 152, take Rt. 35 north 23.5 miles to campground sign. Turn left at sign and go 0.2 miles to campground. Alternative route: Due to numerous tight curves, switchbacks, and steep grades, this route is not recommended for recreational vehicles. In Silver City, NM, at the intersection of US Rt. 180 and State Rt. 15, take Rt. 15 north 25 miles to a "T" intersection. Turn right at this intersection onto State Rt. 35 and go 4.1 miles to campground sign. Turn right at sign into campground.
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Fall delivers the best conditions: daytime highs between 50-70°F, nights dropping to 25-40°F, and fewer crowds than summer. Autumn light on the lake is exceptional, and wildlife activity increases as animals prepare for winter. Be aware that October-November hunting seasons bring more visitors. Summer offers warm days for lake activities and cool evenings. Nights can drop below freezing in winter. Reviewers consistently recommend packing layers for temperature swings.
Fall noted as best: mild highs, cool nights, fewer crowds, exceptional autumn light and wildlife.
Mesa Campground offers a range of amenities set idyllically above Lake Roberts, providing a scenic and relaxing environment. Amenities include picnic tables and grills at each of the 24 campsites, as well as heated restrooms with flush toilets. Potable water is available onsite with four water spigots, including one threaded spigot at Site 14. For users with RVs, 12 sites include water and electrical hookups. However, no dump station is available onsite, and campers must dispose of waste offsite in Silver City. Horses and pack animals are not allowed, ensuring the space is strictly reserved for camping activities.
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