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Bosque del Apache Wilderness

The Bosque del Apache Wilderness now contains a total of 30,427 acres and is managed by the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Bosque Del Apache National Wildlife Refuge. All of the Wilderness is in the state of New Mexico. In 1975 the Bosque del Apache Wilderness became part of the now over 110 million acre National Wilderness Preservation System. Bosque del Apache NWR has three Wilderness Areas. They are the 5,429-acre Chupadera Wilderness, all refuge land west of Interstate 25; the 5,139-acre…

  • Managed by: Fish and Wildlife Service
  • Coordinates: 33.804568, -106.889913

Nearby & related campgrounds

  • Mesa Trailhead
  • Water Canyon Group Shelter Picnic Site
  • Water Canyon Campground
  • El Camino Real de Tierra Adentro National Historic Trail
  • Water Canyon Group Campground
  • Magdalena RD

Frequently asked questions

Is Bosque del Apache Wilderness reservable?

Bosque del Apache Wilderness is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Bosque del Apache Wilderness?

See the map for Bosque del Apache Wilderness's exact location and directions.

How do I book a campsite at Bosque del Apache Wilderness?

Pick your dates on the availability calendar, then reserve through the official booking link. You can also set an alert and we'll notify you if a sold-out date opens up.

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