Ah-Shi-Sle-Pah Wilderness Area

Ah-Shi-Sle-Pah Wilderness Area encompasses 7,233 acres of federally protected backcountry in northwestern New Mexico, managed by the Bureau of Land Management as a primitive, non-motorized zone. The landscape offers opportunities for hiking and backpacking through remote terrain where solitude and self-reliance are central to the experience.

Visitors should expect strict wilderness rules: no roads, motorized vehicles, or mechanized travel are permitted. All users must practice Leave No Trace principles—pack out what you pack in, camp responsibly, and travel on foot or horseback only. Access requires preparation and self-sufficiency; there are no maintained trails or facilities within the wilderness boundary.

Season and weather will dictate feasibility. Spring and fall offer moderate conditions, while summer can bring heat. Winter weather may render access difficult or dangerous. Plan ahead, bring adequate water and navigation tools, and be prepared for the demands of true backcountry travel. This is a place for experienced wilderness visitors seeking quiet and untrammeled land.