Canjilon Lakes
Open seasonally from spring through fall. Specific opening and closing dates are weather dependent. Access road Forest Road 129 is closed to motorized travel January 1 through April 30. No potable water available.
Cannabis Possession Prohibited
Order 03-00-00-21-002 prohibits possessing, storing, or transporting a cannabis plant, any part of a cannabis plant, or any substance derived from a cannabis plant within the Southwestern Region National Forests in the State of New Mexico and the National Grasslands in the states of Texas and…
Offices Closed July 3
All Carson National Offices are closed on federal holidays, including in observance of Independence Day on July 3 and the Fourth of July weekend. Some services are available online:Firewood PermitsCampground ReservationsCurrent Fire Restrictions
Closed: Supervisor's Office (Taos) June 30 and July 1
The Supervisor's Office in Taos is closed to public services the week of June 29, 2026, due to unplanned staffing issues. We apologize for the inconvenience.Some services are available online:Firewood PermitsCampground ReservationsCurrent Fire Restrictions
About
Canjilon Lakes Campground is a scenic destination in the Carson National Forest, located about 65 miles northwest of Santa Fe near the town of Canjilon. The campground sits at 9,900 feet elevation among spruce-fir and aspen stands on the shores of six small ponds ranging from two to six acres in size. The area offers excellent fishing opportunities for rainbow trout across the multiple small lakes. Fall transforms the landscape with spectacular golden and orange aspen foliage. Vault toilets are provided but campers must bring their own drinking water as no potable water is available on site. Access road Forest Road 129 (Alkali Spring Rd.) is closed to motorized travel from January 1 through April 30.
Directions
From Canjilon, New Mexico, take Forest Road 129 (Alkali Spring Rd.) to the campground. Located approximately 65 miles northwest of Santa Fe.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $10 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (575) 684-2489 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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