Comales
Open for camping on a first-come, first-served basis. No potable water is available; campers must bring their own water supply.
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…
Closure of Hopewell Lake Campground/Day Use Area, Portion of Continental Divide Trail
Rebabilitation of Hopewell Lake recreation facilities will prompt a closure beginning August 17, 2026. The following will be closed:Hopewell Lake CampgroundHopewell Lake Day Use AreaContinental Divide National Scenic Trail between Hopewell Lake Campground and Highway 64Forest Service Roads 356 and…
About
Comales Campground is a quiet, lightly-used destination in the Carson National Forest, located 7 miles east of Peñasco in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. The 10 campsites sit among spruce-fir and aspen groves at the head of Comales Canyon, offering a cool, shaded retreat at high elevation. Each site includes a picnic table and grill, and a vault toilet serves the campground. The campground is adjacent to the Rio Pueblo, providing excellent trout fishing opportunities. Two trails depart from the area: Cañon Tio Maes Trail #5 and Comales Canyon Trail #22, both open to hiking and mountain biking. ATVs, motorcycles, and e-bikes are permitted on nearby motorized trails but prohibited within the campground itself. With a maximum trailer length of 22 feet and no potable water, Comales is best suited for tent campers, small trailers, and self-sufficient visitors. The light usage level makes it a good choice for groups seeking solitude.
Directions
7 miles east of Peñasco via NM 75 and NM 518.
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 | $7 - $14 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | 22ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (575) 587-2255 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| Carson NF Comales Campground | |
| Carson NF Alerts |
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