First stop in Carlsbad was the local BLM office. BLM is the Bureau of Land Management. They are a federal department that manages a bunch of the public land in the US, especially out west. We wanted to get some more info about the local camping options and a friendly woman at the office gave us a map, brochures and advice. For the federal government naysayers…helpful and knowledgeable employees do exist!
Not sure many people realize that you can camp anywhere for free on BLM land with 1 minor restriction of keeping a 300 foot buffer from waterways.
Headed back south towards the Carlsbad Caverns to a place nearby just off the highway which was recommended as a good spot and close to the park.
A truly amazing amount of deserted land out west
Level on the first try!
Off for a sunset bike ride tonight, then off to the caverns tomorrow!
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