LOCATION

The base camp is located in El Porvenir, New Mexico, an isolated small mountain community located in the heavily forested high plains of northeastern New Mexico.  It is near the Santa Fe National Forest and Wilderness Area.  Camping will be on the private property of host Rock Ulibarri, Sr along the Gallinas Creek at an elevation of nearly 8,000 feet. This property has been in his family for many generations. He will be happy to tell you the history of his family in this area. Cool off in the Creek or catch fish for your dinner with a local license. Up the road, a short shuttle away, is Montezuma Hot Springs (https://www.visitlasvegasnm.com/montezuma-hot-springs). Plan a visit before you arrive on Saturday or Sunday on your way back.

You provide your own camping equipment and gear and have the option to bring a small contained unit. There are no electrical or sewer hook-ups for campers, and limited cell service. There is a solar shower/wash station and port-a-potties. Our staff is happy to help you get set up.

Getting here: Base camp in El Porvenir, New Mexico (see map below) and is approximately 17.5 miles north of Las Vegas just northwest of Gallinas and easily accessed. Driving would be the best option. It is approximately 134 miles from Albuquerque, NM, 339 miles from Denver, CO, 550 miles from Phoenix, and 461 miles from Moab, UT.  Albuquerque has an international airport and Las Vegas has a small municipal airport.

El Porvenir is located in northeastern New Mexico in San Miguel County along New Mexico State Road 65 17.5 miles (28.2 km) northwest of Las Vegas. http://www.lasvegasnm.gov/

Once you are on State Route 65 and reach Montezuma, you will see the Castle and the Hot Springs at mile marker 5. Internet access ends here. The road bears left and becomes a beautiful narrow, winding road for the next 6.7 miles and slow going. Be cautious for oncoming traffic. You will reach the Gallinas valley floor at mile marker 11. In less than 2 miles you will reach a right turn with signage for El Porvenir on State Route 65. Turn here for about 1.5 miles. Gallinas Tours will be marked with a sign on the right.

Look for Gallinas Tours signs indicating which way to go, beginning at Montezuma. You will see arrow signs showing you how to get to Gallinas Tours campsite.

We recommend checking the weather link prior to your departure so you are aware of last minute conditions.