Desert landscape with red rocks

Activity

Tent CampingPrimitive

Site Info

BLM CampgroundFirst Come, First Served

Amenities

Hiking Trails

McGregor Range

NM · BLM Campground · BLM

McGregor Range is a blm campground New Mexico. This primitive-level campground offers tent camping. No fees. Amenities include hiking trails.

At a Glance

Site Type

BLM Campground

Hookups

None

Experience

Primitive

Fees

Free

Season

Year-Round

Pets

Unknown

Cell Service

poor

Poor Cell Signal

Spotty coverage — may work in some areas

Verizon: weakAT&T: weakT-Mobile: none

About This Location

The McGregor Range offers a rugged, primitive camping experience across 606,000 acres of New Mexico’s high desert. Managed by the BLM and U.S. Army, this remote destination requires a Fort Bliss recreational permit. It is ideal for self-reliant adventurers seeking solitude, expansive hiking, and true off-grid, year-round exploration.

Experience the raw, rugged beauty of New Mexico’s high desert at the McGregor Range. Managed by the BLM and U.S. Army, this vast landscape offers a true primitive camping experience for self-reliant adventurers. Spanning over 606,000 acres near Otero Mesa, the area is perfect for those seeking solitude, tent camping, and expansive hiking opportunities under wide-open skies. Because this is an active military training area, access requires a Fort Bliss Training Complex (FBTC) Recreational Access Permit and is subject to closure during training exercises. Ideal for experienced campers prepared for off-grid conditions, this year-round destination provides a unique, quiet escape into the heart of the Chihuahuan Desert.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I access McGregor Range?
McGregor Range is a campground in New Mexico. There is no fee to camp. First-come, first-served only.
What types of camping are available at McGregor Range?
McGregor Range supports tent camping.
What amenities are at McGregor Range?
On-site amenities include hiking trails.

Location data: BLM · Weather: National Weather Service · Coordinates: 32.4894, -105.8192

Quick Facts

Region
Southwest
Agency
BLM
Coordinates
32.4894, -105.8192
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