Photo: NPS/Bieri

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Marcus Wilderness Campground

5 sites · $6 · Reservations · No RVs

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About Marcus Wilderness

A Wilderness Use Permit is required for all use of these campsites. From Dog Canyon, hikers travel through grassy areas then cross Manzanita Ridge to view West Dog Canyon before descending to an elevation equivalent to the starting point. Not frequently used; pay attention to the trail and rock cairns marking the way. The campground is in pinion and juniper, shaded and protected from the wind. The distance from Dog Canyon is 3.7 miles.

Photos

A hardened surface for a tent below a few trees
Marcus campsite · NPS/Bieri
A hardened surface for a tent is located between small trees
Marcus campsite · NPS/Bieri
A hardened campsite below a few trees
Marcus campsite · NPS/Bieri

Campsites

Site-by-site details (sizes, hookups, shade) for this campground are coming soon.

Conditions at camp

🌤️ Forecast

Clear
Wed, Nov 11
Tonight
44°F
Clear
Sunny
Thu, Nov 12
Day
63°F
Sunny
Clear
Thu, Nov 12
Night
44°F
Clear
Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Fri, Nov 13
Day
65°F
Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri, Nov 13
Night
47°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
Partly Sunny
Sat, Nov 14
Day
58°F
Partly Sunny
Partly Cloudy
Sat, Nov 14
Night
46°F
Partly Cloudy
Sunny
Sun, Nov 15
Day
58°F
Sunny
Source: National Weather Service (weather.gov)

🔥 Wildfires nearby

No active fire perimeters nearby. ✅

Source: National Interagency Fire Center (WFIGS)

Rules

• A wilderness use permit is required before you occupy any wilderness campsite in Guadalupe Mountains National Park. • Use or discharge of firearms is prohibited. All wildlife is protected by federal law. Possession of other weapons, traps, or explosives is prohibited. • Camp fires are prohibited in the Guadalupe Mountains. Use containerized fuel stoves only. • Contain your trash and pack it out. • No pets on trails or in the backcountry. • Do not take shortcuts on trails to protect the landscape and prevent erosion. • Collecting or disturbing any natural or historical feature or object is prohibited. • Camp within designated sites. • The use of hammocks, slacklines, tarps or similar devices tied to natural and/or manmade features is prohibited. • The use of a landfill-safe commercial toilet bag system is required for all overnight wilderness permit holders. A minimum of one bag per person per day is required and proof of possession must be shown when permit is issued. • Do not feed wildlife.

Trails near camp

Campground information from the National Park Service. Confirm current status with the park before you go.