Marcus Wilderness Campground
Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- $6.00
- Type
- Campground
- Sites
- 5 total · 5 reservable · 0 first come
- Reservations
- recreation.gov
- Coordinates
- 31.9812, -104.8769
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
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.
From the managing agency.Official page
Is Marcus Wilderness Campground free?
No. Marcus Wilderness Campground charges $6.00. 5 of its sites are reservable through recreation.gov.
Can I bring an RV to Marcus Wilderness Campground?
Marcus Wilderness Campground has 5 sites on record. 5 sites are reservable and 0 are first come.
How do I get to Marcus Wilderness Campground?
Marcus Wilderness Campground is at 31.9812, -104.8769. We do not hold written directions for this one, so navigate to the coordinates.
What are the rules at Marcus Wilderness Campground?
• 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.
Nearby
- Blue Ridge Wilderness Campground2.3 mi
- Mescalero Wilderness Campground2.6 mi
- Dog Canyon Campground2.8 mi
- Tejas Wilderness Campground3.4 mi
- Tejas Wilderness Campground3.6 mi
- Bush Mountain Wilderness Campground3.8 mi
- McKittrick Ridge Wilderness Campground4.1 mi
- Pine Top Wilderness Campground4.7 mi
No other services within 50 mi on the record.
SourceSource data is agency published. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
