Bear Trap
Closed through December 31, 2026 under closure order 03-03-03-26-01 due to post-Bear Trap Fire flash flooding hazards. Stage 1 fire restrictions are also in effect for the Magdalena Ranger District through August 31, 2026.
Flood Watch issued October 30 at 12:31AM MDT until November 2 at 11:00AM MST by NWS Albuquerque NM
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...Portions of north central, northwest, and west central New Mexico, including the following areas, in north central New Mexico, Far Northwest Highlands, Jemez Mountains, Northwest Highlands and Tusas Mountains Including Chama. In northwest New Mexico, Chuska Mountains and Northwest Plateau. In west central New Mexico, San Francisco River Valley, Southwest Mountains, West Central Highlands, West Central Mountains and West Central Plateau. * WHEN...From early Sunday morning through Monday morning. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Low-water crossings may be flooded. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Another round of widespread rainfall is expected Sunday into Monday with rainfall amounts between 1 and 2 inches near and west of the Continental Divide. This rainfall will occur over very saturated soils which will increase runoff. These are also areas that are still recovering from the last flood event. River rises are likely, but rises are not expected to be as high as the last flood event. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flood Warning issued October 29 at 6:46PM MDT until October 30 at 12:00PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM
* WHAT...Flooding caused by a levee breach is occurring in the San Francisco area near Bernardo. * WHERE...North Central Socorro County in central New Mexico... * WHEN...Until noon MDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is occurring. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 646 PM MDT, emergency management reported flooding occurring in the warned area. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... La Joya, Bernardo, San Francisco, and Contreras. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flood Warning issued October 29 at 6:41PM MDT until October 30 at 12:00PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...South Central Socorro County in central New Mexico... * WHEN...Until noon MDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 639 PM MDT, emergency management reported flooding continuing in the warned area. - Flooding was reported in Socorro County in the Escondida and Pueblito Communities. Several roads have been rendered impassible near San Pedro. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Socorro, San Antonio, Bosque Del Apache Refuge, Escondida, Lemitar, San Acacia, Laborcita, Luis Lopez and Chamizal. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Bear Trap Campground is a primitive Forest Service campground situated in the Magdalena Ranger District of Cibola National Forest in Socorro County, New Mexico. Located approximately 25 miles southwest of the town of Magdalena via US 60 and Forest Road 549, the campground provides a remote, undeveloped camping experience. The campground features 4 camping units in a rugged desert mountain setting. This is a very basic facility with no developed water or restroom facilities available. Campers should be fully self-sufficient and prepared to pack out all trash. The campground is currently closed under Forest Service closure order 03-03-03-26-01 through December 31, 2026 to protect public health and safety from post-Bear Trap Fire flooding. Flash flooding remains a potential threat in this area following the fire.
Directions
25 miles southwest of Magdalena via US 60 and Forest Road 549
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | No |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (575) 854-2281 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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