Coal Mine
Open seasonally May 1 through October 15. First-come, first-served; no reservations. 14-day stay limit. No potable water; campers must bring their own.
Red Flag Warning issued June 30 at 6:43PM MDT until June 30 at 7:00PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM
The relative humidity will continue increasing above critical levels and the strongest winds have started to decrease. Hence, the Red Flag Warning will be allowed to expire.
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…
About
Coal Mine Campground is a small, forested campground located at 7,400 feet elevation in the Cibola National Forest, approximately 10 miles northeast of Grants, New Mexico. The campground sits atop a gentle hill surrounded by mature ponderosa pine, pinon, juniper, and gambel oak trees. About 15 sites are available, each with a picnic table and fire ring. Accessible vault toilets are provided, but no potable water is available, so visitors must bring their own supply. The Lobo Canyon Trail network begins at the campground, offering hiking opportunities through the surrounding forest. A short 0.25-mile interpretive nature trail loops through the area, crossing a historic bridge built by the Job Corps in 1967-1968. The nearby El Malpais National Monument and Conservation Area features ancient lava flows, Sandstone Bluffs Overlook, and La Ventana Natural Arch. The campground operates seasonally from May 1 through October 15 on a first-come, first-served basis. Sites accommodate tents and smaller RVs, with trailers limited to under 22 feet. A 14-day stay limit applies. The city of Grants is about 12 miles away, offering dining, lodging, and a mining museum.
Directions
From Grants, drive north on Lobo Canyon Road (State Highway 547) for approximately 10 miles. The campground entrance is on the right.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $10 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 45ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 45ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (505) 287-8833 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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