About This Park
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, Arizona, to Magdalena, New Mexico. 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. You can close your eyes and almost hear the cattle lowing as they settle in for the night.Please leave a clean camp and respect the facilities and natural surroundings. Pack it in. Pack it out.
Quick Information
- Type: Overnight Parking
- Network: Federal – Other
- Price Range: $15-35
Amenities
Contact & Location
Socorro Field Office 901 S. Highway 85
Socorro, NM 87801
Phone: 575-835-0412
Book This Park
No hookups on-site gives this park a more rustic feel, ideal for campers who don't need all the conveniences. The wooded surroundings bring privacy and quiet — a good reset from busier campgrounds. Facilities are basic — bring what you need and expect a more self-sufficient camping experience.