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Datil Well Recreation Area Campground

Datil Well Recreation Area Campground includes one of 15 water wells along the old Magdalena Livestock Driveway. The old cattle trail was established in the 1800s and stretched 120 miles from Springerville, AZ, to Magdalena, NM. The area includes 3 miles of hiking trails in pinyon-juniper and ponderosa pine woodlands, with scenic views of the San Augustin Plains. The trail and vistas also offer an occasional glimpse of wildlife in a setting of quiet and solitude. If you close your eyes, you can…

  • Managed by: Bureau of Land Management
  • Coordinates: 34.154286, -107.858093

Nearby & related campgrounds

  • Horse Mountain Wilderness Study Area
  • Quemado North End (CDNST) Trailhead
  • El Caso I-IV Campground
  • Largo #14 Trailhead
  • Continental Divide - CDNST Trailhead
  • Magdalena RD

Frequently asked questions

Is Datil Well Recreation Area Campground reservable?

Datil Well Recreation Area Campground is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Datil Well Recreation Area Campground?

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How do I book a campsite at Datil Well Recreation Area Campground?

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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