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Aguirre Spring Recreation Area and Campground

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The high wall, needle-like spires of the Organ Mountains curve dramatically around a semicircle of Chihuahuan Desert habitat at the Aguirre Spring Campground. The campground, nestled at the base of sp…

Aldo Leopold House

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Overview On February 2, 1912, Aldo Leopold (1887–1948) wrote to his fiancée, Estella Bergère, in Santa Fe that the Forest Service had appropriated $650 to build a new supervisor’s quarters he had desi…

AMOLE CANYON GROUP SHELTER

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Overview The Amole Group Shelter is located immediately adjacent to the popular wooded Amole Canyon Day Use Area at 8,400 feet in elevation. The group shelter accommodates up to 100 people with plenty…

Aspen Group Area (Lincoln National Forest, NM)

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Overview At an elevation of almost 9,000 ft., campers at the Aspen Group Area can expect cool, crisp, mountain breezes coming off the steep Sacramento Mountains - perfect for an escape from the scorch…

BALSAM GLADE PICNIC SITE

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Overview Balsam Glade Picnic Site was named by an early American settler who mistook the white fir that grows here for balsam fir, as they are similar in appearance. He called this area "Balsam Glade"…

BLACK BEAR GROUP AREA

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Overview Black Bear is perched atop the scenic Sacramento Mountains of south-central New Mexico, near Alamogordo and Cloudcroft. The site is surrounded by the aromatic pine trees and aspen groves of L…

Black Canyon Campground - Lower

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This is a beautiful remote camping area. Trail #94 begins at the rear of the campground.Located in a remote area of forest approximately 30 miles from the Wilderness Ranger District office. This campg…

Black Canyon Campground - Upper

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Black Canyon Campground offers a great remote camping experience.Located in a remote area of the forest approximately 30 miles from the Wilderness Ranger District office. This campground is accessible…

Black Canyon Campground (Santa Fe National Forest, NM)

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Overview At 8475 feet in elevation, Black Canyon Campground is in a great location to experience some of the finest mountain scenery the Southwest has to offer. The facility is newly renovated and pro…

CAPULIN SPRING PICNIC SITE

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Overview Capulin Spring is a well-loved recreation spot. It accommodates fifty people. This picnic site is surrounded by heavily wooded land that affords shade to escape the heat of the day. The sprin…

CEDAR CREEK (Sam Tobias)

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Overview Located on the outskirts of Ruidoso, Cedar Creek provides a wonderful space for groups visiting for the day or staying overnight. With a picnic shelter and three group campsites, the recreati…

Cedro Peak Camping Sites - Robin and Jay

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Overview Cedro Peak Camping Sites is a favorite area in the southern portion of the Sandia Ranger District. It is encompassed by ponderosa pine, pinon and juniper trees. Both Cedro Peak camping sites …

CIENEGA PICNIC SITE

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Overview Beautiful, shady, cool and green are just a few words that recreationists have used to describe the Cienega Group Picnic site. It is fairly flat, accessible, semi-private and accommodates up …

CIMARRON CAMPGROUND

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Overview Cimarron Campground is located in the scenic Valle Vidal within Carson National Forest in northern New Mexico, at an elevation of 9,300 feet. The sites are tucked among spruce, aspen and fir …

CLEAR CREEK CAMPGROUND (NM)

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Overview Less than two hours from the city of Albuquerque, Clear Creek Campground is nestled away in the Jemez Mountains. This cool oasis offers refuge from the New Mexico heat. Visitors delight in th…

Clear Creek Group Campground (NM)

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Overview Clear Creek Group Campground is less than a two hourdrive from the Albuquerque area, and provides relief from the New Mexico heat with the cool shade and refreshing air of the pines and mount…

COAL MINE

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Overview Coal Mine Campground is situated in the upper portion of the Cibola National Forest in west-central New Mexico. Visitors can enjoy hiking the Lobo Canyon Trail, as well as picnicking and scen…

Cochiti Campground

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Overview Cochiti Recreation Area is located in Sandoval County, New Mexico, within the boundaries of the Pueblo de Cochiti Indian Reservation. The lake offers two public recreation areas: Cochiti on t…

COLUMBINE CAMPGROUND (NM)

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Overview Columbine Campground is located between Questa and Red River, New Mexico. The Red River flows past the campground and a trailhead leads into the Columbine-Hondo Wilderness area. Columbine Cam…

Coyote Ranger District

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The Coyote Ranger District Office is located along NM State Highway 96 approximately 21 miles from the Junction of SH 84 & SH 96.  The Coyote Ranger District contains approximately 265,100 acres, of w…

Datil Well Recreation Area Campground

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Datil Well Recreation Area Campground includes one of 15 water wells along the old Magdalena Livestock Driveway. The old cattle trail was established in the 1800s and stretched 120 miles from Springer…

Deerhead Campground

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Overview Deerhead Campground is located in the Lincoln National Forest in Cloudcroft, New Mexico at an elevation of 8700 feet. This is a heavily forested campground with large pine trees which provide…

DOC LONG PICNIC SITES - A and B

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Overview Doc Long Picnic Sites are named for Dr. William Henry Long. He was one of three forest pathologists in the USA who conducted pioneering research of tree diseases. Two picnic areas are availab…

El Caso I-IV Campground

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This are  partially developed, shady campgrounds within hiking distance of the lake.The El Caso Campgounds are partially developed campgrounds located at the east end of Quemado Lake, approximately .2…

El Morro Campground

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El Morro operates a nine-site campground 7 days/week, year-round. First come-first served. Each site has a graveled tent pad, picnic table and ground grill for fires. During the warmer months, water i…

ELEPHANT ROCK CAMPGROUND

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Overview Elephant Rock Campground has excellent fishing access to the well-stocked Red River, nearby Eagle Rock Lake and hiking into the surrounding high country. This campground is close to the highw…

FAWN LAKES CAMPGROUND

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Overview Fawn Lakes Campground is located in Carson National Forest, one of a few campgrounds located along the scenic canyons of Red River. Visitors enjoy fishing and exploring nearby hiking trails.R…

FIELD TRACT CAMPGROUND

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Overview Please note that Field Tract Campground is currently closed until further notice due to necessary repairs on the shelters. We appreciate your understanding and patience as we work to restore …

Forks Campground

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This campground features beautiful cliffs along the West Fork of the Gila River.This campground is a great place to stop on the way to the Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument (15 miles north). Over…

GALLO CAMPGROUND

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Overview Gallo Campground is located within Chaco Culture National Historical Park. Tucked among the fallen boulders and cliffs of Gallo Wash, the campground offers camping in a rugged environment, su…

Gomez Peak (Group Picnic Site)

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Overview The Gomez Peak Large Group Area, just south of the main grounds, will accommodate up to 200 people, with parking for up to 50 vehicles. Facilities include large covered pavilion, 12 tables (s…

HOLY GHOST GROUP AREA

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Overview Holy Ghost Campground is tucked away in the Santa Fe National Forest, on the cusp of the breathtaking Pecos Wilderness in Holy Ghost Canyon. This group campground sits high in the canyon, wit…

HOPEWELL LAKE CAMPGROUND

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Overview Hopewell Lake Campground sits next to its scenic namesake lake between Tres Piedras and Tierra Amarilla in northern New Mexico. Visitors enjoy horseback riding, hiking, fishing and canoeing.R…

Iron Creek Campground

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Iron Creek Campground is easily accessible for campers and provides good facilitiesLocated in the Black Range Mountains off NM State Highway 152, starting at San Lorenzo and ending in Hillsboro. This …

JACKS CREEK GROUP AREA

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Overview Jack's Creek Group Area is a picturesque, high-elevation campground situated just 50 miles from Santa Fe. Set at an altitude of approximately 8,000 feet within the Santa Fe National Forest, v…

JEMEZ FALLS (NM) PICNIC AREA

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Overview Jemez Falls Picnic Area is great place to spend the day, especially when planning a day hike to nearby Jemez Falls on the Jemez District of the Santa Fe National Forest. The lands are known f…

JEMEZ FALLS CAMPGROUND

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Overview Jemez Falls Campground is located in a stunning Ponderosa Pine and forest meadow environment. The campground elevation is 7,880 feet above sea level. Come prepared for warm days and cool nigh…

Johnson Mesa Campground

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Johnson's Mesa is a dispersed camping area located east of Las Vegas on NM 65 and FR 153.  Facilities: vaulted toilets, tables and grills.

Junebug Campground

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Recently refurbished roadside campground sits near historic Red River mining area and downhill ski resort. Can be very crowded during summer weekends. As an alternative, try BLM's Wild Rivers Recr…

Juniper Campground (NM)

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Overview Juniper Family Campground is the ideal place to camp on the Pajarito Plateau. Located just inside the main park entrance, the campground is a short drive from the Bandelier Visitor Center, th…

Juniper Campground (Quemado Lake)

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Overview Juniper Campground is Quemado Ranger District's most popular campground. It offers electric RV hookups (no water, no sewer), leveled tent sites, and easy lake access. This campground is a mix…

Kingston Campground

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Small campground located along the north side of New Mexico Highway 152, near mile marker 40, near Middle Percha Creek, on the eastern edge of the small town of Kingston, NM.

La Bobita Campground

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La Bobita Campground is a campground in New Mexico, the United States, managed by Recreation.gov. Located at coordinates 36.6998, -105.4794. Visit recreation.gov for current rates, availability, and r…

La Sombra Campground

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Popular Taos Canyon site near Capulin Campground and Shady Brook. No Drinking Water.  No Garbage Service.   Adjacent to Rio Fernando for Fishing.   

Lake Roberts

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Lake Roberts is located in the Wilderness Ranger District along NM 35. It can be accessed via NM 35 or NM 15. NM 15 is a narrow paved, winding road that may not be suitable for trucks with trailers.

LAS HUERTAS PICNIC SITE

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Overview Las Huertas was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps. It is located at the northeast end of the Sandia Ranger District. It is, understandably, a favorite place for many. Las Huertas Creek…

Las Petacas Campground

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Set in a beautiful canyon quite close to Taos, there is good access to Rio Fernando de Taos for fishing.

Links Tract Campground

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Primitive dispersed camping, 16 miles north of Pecos on NM 63, then 1 mile on FR 646.  Uses:  Camping.  Facilities:  Pit toilet, tables, and few fire pits.  No water is availa…

Little Walnut (Group Picnic Sites)

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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 fr…

LOWER FIR GROUP AREA

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Overview Lower Fir Group Area is a high-energy and highly popular group campground in the Sacramento Mountain area. The site is set away from public roads, so that outside noise is non-existent, leavi…

Lower Scorpion Campground

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Lower Scorpion Campground is a partially developed campground within walking distance of the West Fork of the Gila River. The campground is located less than one mile from the Gila Cliff Dwellings Nat…

Magdalena RD

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Magdalena RD is a campground in New Mexico, the United States, managed by Recreation.gov. Located at coordinates 34.1191, -107.2374. Visit recreation.gov for current rates, availability, and reservati…

McCrystal Campground

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These 55 sites in Valle Vidal elk/bear country are a great hunting, hiking, fishing destination.From the town of Cimarron, drive 5 miles northeast on Highway 64 to Cerrososo Canyon. Follow this canyon…

Mount Taylor RD

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Each season on the Mt. Taylor Ranger District provides different opportunities for the forest visitor.  In late spring, summer and early fall, hikers and backpackers can enjoy the beautiful vistas alo…

NINE MILE PICNIC SITE

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Overview Situated along the Sandia Crest Scenic Byway 536, at a cool 9,200 ft of elevation, is the large and often shaded Nine Mile Picnic Ground. Newly renovated to address maintenance needs, the pic…

Oak Yucca and Locust Group Picnic Sites

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Overview The Oak Flat Group picnic site includes a combination of three different picnic sites and a trailhead, that border four communal playing fields suitable for all sorts of outdoor games. The si…

Ojo Redondo Campground

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This campground is located southwest of  Mt. Sedgwick, the highest peak in the Zuni Mountains.  It is situated in ponderosa pine, douglas fir, and aspen trees, with a scenic meadow adjacent to the cam…

PALIZA

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Overview Paliza Campground sits beneath sandstone cliffs on the Jemez Ranger District of the Santa Fe National Forest. The area is replete with culture, offering visitors a glimpse into the past. Ampl…

PINE FLAT PICNIC SITES - A and B

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Overview Pine Flat picnic sites A & B are accessible picnic areas. They are located on State Highway 337 (James McGrane Memorial Highway or Old South 14) approximately 7 miles from I-40. State Hwy 337…

Pines Campground

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Overview Pines Campground is located in the Lincoln National Forest in Cloudcroft, New Mexico at an elevation of 8700 feet. This is a heavily forested campground with large pine trees which provide pl…

Piñon Campground

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This is a nice, quiet and clean campground nestled among piñon and juniper trees.The camp sites are nestled among mature piñon and juniper trees. It is tranquil and undiscovered with a few sites havin…

Pinon Campground (Quemado Lake)

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Overview Pinon Campground is a mix of first come, first served campsites and reservable group sites. The campground is located across from Juniper Campground and is less than 2 miles from Quemado Lake…

Ponderosa Group Campground (NM)

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Overview ***Ponderosa Group Campground will tentatively be closed starting October 8, 2025 while the park works to complete a major water line replacement/improvement project. The closure is anticipat…

Questa RD

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The Questa Ranger District is managed for many multi-use purposes; hunting, fishing, hiking, biking, skiing, snowmobiling, camping and personal firewood cutting are among the activities.

RIANA - ABIQUIU LAKE

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Overview Riana Campground is located on a 150 ft. bluff overlooking the scenic Abiquiu Lake in northern New Mexico, just one hour northwest of charming Santa Fe. The lake sits at an elevation of 6,400…

RIO DE LAS VACAS CAMPGROUND

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Overview Less than two hours from the city of Albuquerque, Rio de las Vacas Campground offers a cool oasis from the New Mexico heat. Visitors delight in the hiking and fishing opportunities available …

Rob Jagger's Campground

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Overview Rob Jaggers Camping Area: This site consists of 2 large day use parking areas, 2 vault toilets, and facilities for staging horseback riding. There are 27 campsites with electricity and potabl…

Rocky Point Campground

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Rocky Point Campground is a campground in New Mexico, the United States, managed by Recreation.gov. Located at coordinates 35.0369, -104.6898. Visit recreation.gov for current rates, availability, and…

SAN ANTONIO CAMPGROUND

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Overview San Antonio Campground is adjacent to the San Antonio River, tucked into a forest of ponderosa pine at 7,600 feet above sea level. This popular campground is open from May through October in …

SLIDE GROUP AREA

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Overview Just two miles from the village of Cloudcroft is this idyllic campground accommodating groups up to 90 visitors. Take advantage of the views of the Tularosa Basin or bask in the sun on the wi…

Snow Lake

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Snow Lake is a small reservoir located in the Reserve Ranger District approximatley 30 miles from the town of Reserve. Snow Lake is most easily accessed via FR 142.

South Area Campground

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South Area Campground is a campground in New Mexico, the United States, managed by Recreation.gov. Located at coordinates 35.3774, -104.1924. Visit recreation.gov for current rates, availability, and …

TETILLA PEAK

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Overview Tetilla Peak Recreation Area is located in Sandoval County, New Mexico, within the boundaries of the Pueblo de Cochiti Indian Reservation. The lake offers two public recreation areas: Cochiti…

UPPER FIR GROUP AREA

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Overview Upper Fir Group Area is one of the most popular campsites in the Sacramento Mountain area. Unique to its neighboring campgrounds, it's set far back from public roads, allowing for true peace …

Upper Scorpion Campground

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Upper Scorpion Campground is a partially developed campground within walking distance of the West Fork of the Gila River. The campground is located less than one mile from the Gila Cliff Dwellings Nat…

Valley of Fires Recreation Area

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Overview Valley of Fires recreation area is located immediately adjacent to the Malpais Lava Flow. Approximately 5,000 years ago, Little Black Peak erupted and flowed 44 miles into the Tularosa Basin,…

Vista Linda Campground

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Overview Vista Linda Campground is a first come, first serve campground in the San Diego Canyon on the Jemez National Recreation Area. There are thirteen sites throughout the campground. Potable water…

Wild Rivers Recreation Area

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The Wild Rivers Recreation Area is located within the Rio Grande Del Norte National Monument and along the Rio Grande Wild and Scenic River and Red River Wild and Scenic River. Here visitors may exper…

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