Little Walnut (Group Picnic Sites)

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·Gila National Forest

Overview

Located just outside Silver City, the Little Walnut-Gomez Peak picnic grounds provide a pleasant day use area for small or large groups and individuals/families. The area is generally open from 8:00 a.m. until sunset during spring, summer and fall; winter hours vary according to weather conditions.

Great Facilities and Amenities

  • Max Num Of People

    (Up to 20)

  • Max Num Of Vehicles

    (Up to 10)

  • Picnic Table

    (All campsites have Picnic Table)

Natural Features

LITTLE WALNUT Smokey Bear Sign - Credits: Conservation Legacy
LITTLE WALNUT East Group Site - Credits: Conservation Legacy
Group west sign - Credits: Conservation Legacy
LITTLE WALNUT Entrance Road - Credits: Conservation Legacy

The Little Walnut Group Sites offer views of Gomez Peak and is surrounded by a Ponderosa and Pinyon-Juniper landscape. Deer, squirrels and a variety of birds can often be seen at the site.

Recreation

LITTLE WALNUT Smokey Bear Sign - Credits: Conservation Legacy

The popular Gomez Peak/Little Walnut Trail System can be accessed from the Little Walnut Group Sites. Numerous loops of trails can be hiked from this location and is a popular attraction for mountain bikers and hikers alike.

Additional Information