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National Park ServiceLast Updated: November 18, 2025
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Campground Overview
Introduction
Lower Scorpion Campground is a partially developed campground within walking distance of the West Fork of the Gila River. The campground is located less than one mile from the Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument just off NM State Highway 15. Drinking water is available, tables and grills are provided at select sites. Vault toilets are available on site. Camping is free of charge and first-come, first-served.
Campsite Details
Operating Hours
Lower Scorpion Campground provides primitive camping opportunities within walking distance of the West Fork of the Gila River. The campground is located less than one mile from the Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument just off of NM State Highway 15. Drinking water is available, tables and grills are provided at select sites. Vault toilets are available on site. Camping is free of charge and first-come, first-served.
Amenities
Toilets
Staff or Host On-Site
Potable Water
Rules & Regulations
Fire/Stove Policy
Campfires are allowed only in designated developed campgrounds and picnic areas and must be in a provided metal grill or metal fire pits. Fires in rock rings are not allowed. The use of pressurized, petroleum-fueled stoves, lanterns or heating devices are acceptable, provided they meet the fire underwriter’s specifications for safety. Fireworks, explosives and incendiary devices are prohibited. Please ensure that all campfires are out, cold to the touch before leaving.Regulations Overview
Quite times are 10:00 PM - 7:00 AM.Accessibility
Wheelchair Access
This campground has wheelchair access to one campsite, picnic table, fire pit and the vault toilets.
Internet Information
No WIFI.
Cell Phone Information
No cell phone service.
RV Allowed
Yes
RV Information
This campground is set up for tent camping, RVs and trailers may park in the parking lot.
RV Maximum Length
25
Additional Information
Campground includes the Trail to the Past. Trail to the Past is a short T-shaped trail that starts in the middle and is a quarter mile end to end. The left side of the trail goes up hill to a small 2 room dwelling. The right-side walks along a cliff face where you can see many pictographs.
Trailer Maximum Length
25
ADA Information
This campground has one ADA campsite, picnic table, fire pit and access to the vault toilets.
Trailer Allowed
Yes
Access Roads
Paved Roads - All vehicles OK
Classifications
Limited Development Campground
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