Sandia Ranger District has several options for Dispersed Camping aka DC.
Forest Road 462DC1; Forest Road 562 DC1 through Forest Road 562 DC4; Forest Road 242 DC1
Please consult the Manzanita Mountains Trail System Map to find a dispersed site. Look for Motorized Dispersed Camping info in the bottom left portion of the map. **When looking for the Dispersed Camping Sites, look for small, rectangular boxes with a site number in it and a pointer that directs you to the DC site.
- There are NO AMENITIES at these sites.
- Cell phone coverage is not guaranteed.
- It is the recreationist’s responsibility to use a map if you choose to explore the area.
- It is a multi-user area.
- Trail(s) that are associated with each dispersed site are open for the following uses: Hiking, Mountain Biking, 2 Wheel Motorized Vehicles and Horseback Riding.
Directions
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