Upper Fir Group Area

Overview

Upper Fir Group Area is one of the most popular campsites in the Sacramento Mountain area. Unique to its neighboring campgrounds, it's set far back from public roads, allowing for true peace and quiet.

Operator

National Forest

Camping types

Tent

Fee

From $123 per night (confirm with the operator)

Reservations

Reservable online

Phone

575-682-7570

Amenities

No amenity details published by the sources yet.

Location

Nearby adventures

Outdoor things to do around Upper Fir Group Area, shown on the map above. Distances are straight-line from the campground, so driving or walking will be longer; trail details are approximate. Confirm access and conditions with the land manager.

Hikes and trailheads

• Rim Trail (105)Hike · 30.9 mi long · 1.1 mi from camp

  A trail maintained by US Forest Service.

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• Osha THTrailhead · 1.0 mi from campShow on map
• Grand View Trail (130)Hike · 1.3 mi long · 6.5 mi from camp

  A loop trail.

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Mountain biking

• Grindstone Mesa LoopBike ride · 3.3 mi long · 24.4 mi from camp

  A loop mountain-bike route maintained by Ruidoso Parks and Recreation.

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• Grindstone Connector TrailBike ride · 1.0 mi long · 24.4 mi from camp

  A mountain-bike route maintained by Ruidoso Parks and Recreation.

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• Grindstone Ridge TrailBike ride · 3.3 mi long · 24.5 mi from camp

  A mountain-bike route maintained by Ruidoso Parks and Recreation.

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• North Grindstone Connector TrailBike ride · 4.9 mi long · 24.5 mi from camp

  A mountain-bike route maintained by Ruidoso Parks and Recreation.

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Scenic sights

• Haynes Canyon VistaViewpoint · 2.5 mi from camp

  A viewpoint near Rim Trail (105).

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• Calico PeakPeak · 6,637 ft · 5.7 mi from campShow on map
• Red HillPeak · 6,690 ft · 6.1 mi from campShow on map
• Bridal Veil FallsViewpoint · 7.0 mi from camp

  A viewpoint near Grand View Trail (130).

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Climbing and snow sports

• Ski CloudcroftSkiing and snowshoeing · 1.5 mi from campShow on map

Trail and sight data: OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

Reviews

Data sources

• Recreation.gov (RIDB) — Public domain (U.S. Government work)
• OpenStreetMap — ODbL 1.0 — © OpenStreetMap contributors

Listing details come from the sources above and may be out of date. Confirm fees, dates and closures with the operator before you travel.