McGaffey Campground Fort Wingate NM

McGaffey Campground Fort Wingate NM

McGaffey Campground Fort Wingate NM: McGaffey Campground is open late May to mid September. There are 16-29 campsites at this location and the maximum RV length is 25 feet. You may stay 14 day at McGaffey Campground. Take Exit 33 from I-40 east of Gallup, then drive south through Fort Wingate. Continue 8 more miles on SR 400 to the campground entrance on the southwest side of the road.

McGaffey Campground Fort Wingate NM is situated in what was once the historic railroad logging and sawmill town of McGaffey. 7 units with electric & sewer hookups, 22 campsites, 21 picnic sites, 3 group sites.$5.00/site for day use/picnic; $10.00/campsite; $15.00/site with electric & sewer hookups. Group sites: Wingate $100.00, Torreon $75.00, Tampico $50.00. Federal Recreational Lands Passes are accepted: 1/2 off usage fees.

Trailers limited to less than 22 feet in length Potable water is available at the Host Site. Fill or refill tanks at this location.

McGaffey Campground Fort Wingate NM was built in 1937 and lies west of the Continental Divide in the Zuni Mountains, at an elevation of approximately 8,000 feet. It is the largest of the Mt. Taylor Ranger District campgrounds and has a volunteer host on site.

Mature ponderosa pine trees provide scenic settings and shade, while small hills provide some privacy. Follow the road past the entrance, staying to the right to access the Oso and Page overnight sites. Remember to pay attention to road conditions and your vehicle’s abilities before driving off of the main road. Please be respectful of our historic heritage as you explore the area.

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