Cedar Creek
Currently closed due to wildfire damage from the South Fork Fire. No reopening date has been announced. Contact the Smokey Bear Ranger District for updates.
Flood Watch issued July 20 at 4:48PM MDT until July 21 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...A portion of central New Mexico, including the following area, South Central Mountains. * WHEN...Tuesday afternoon. * 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. Storm drains and ditches may become clogged with debris. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Another round of showers and thunderstorms are expected on Tuesday afternoon across the South Central Mountains. Storms will move toward the north and northwest around 5 to 10 mph. Rainfall rates over 1 inch per hour are expected in the stronger storms. Rapid runoff will lead to flash flooding, especially where the ground is saturated from recent heavy rainfall. This includes downstream of the South Fork and Salt burn scars. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
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…
Order# 03-08-01-26-001: Seven Cabins Fire Closure Amended
The purpose of this Order is to protect public health and safety. These areas are subject to flooding effects through monsoon season and conditions could become hazardous.Closure area includes The Capitan Mountain area, from Capitan Pass along Forest Road 56 and 5643, east along the Forest…
About
Sam Tobias Memorial Group Campground is located along Cedar Creek at 7,000 feet elevation in Lincoln National Forest, just a half mile west of Ruidoso. Previously known as Cedar Creek Campground, the site was renamed to honor Sam Tobias, a local firefighter who died in the line of duty during the summer of 2000. The campground is designed exclusively for group use, featuring three large campsites with capacities of 60, 80, and 100 people, plus a day-use picnic pavilion accommodating up to 40 guests. Each site includes wheelchair-accessible picnic shelters, campfire rings, grills, and electric hookups. Vault toilets are available throughout the facility. Adjacent to the campground are several multi-use trails popular for hiking and mountain biking. The T90 Fitness Trail extends 1.3 miles with exercise stations, while biking trails T120 A-D and T121 A-B offer additional options. An expert-only downhill mountain bike trail near the water tower ends at the picnic area. Dogs must remain leashed while hiking and are not permitted on the Fitness Trail. Wildlife viewing opportunities include mule deer and elk.
Directions
From Ruidoso on Mechem Drive, take Cedar Creek Road west 0.5 miles. Cedar Creek is the first recreational area located on the right (north).
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $40 - $125 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 35ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 35ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (575) 257-4095 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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