Duran
The campground is currently closed. Forest Road 76, the access road, is seasonally closed January 1 through April 30 and should be open for the season. Water systems at some Carson NF recreation sites are offline for seasonal testing or repairs. Fire restrictions are in effect forestwide as of April 22, 2026.
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…
Post-Storm Road Conditions
Recent storms have caused degrading road conditions in some parts of the forest, especially on the Jicarilla Ranger District, where roads are largely inaccessible.With more weather forecasted, visitors should understand that road conditions can change fast: A road used to enter the forest may not…
Kitchen Mesa Closure (Upper Trail)
The upper section of Kitchen Mesa Trail out of Ghost Ranch is currently closed to allow for critical trail reconstruction. The closure is expected to remain in effect through November 1, weather permitting.
About
Duran Canyon Campground sits in a scenic, shaded setting of spruce-fir and aspen at approximately 9,400 feet elevation in the Carson National Forest near Peñasco, New Mexico. The campground offers 12 single campsites spread along Duran Creek, providing a quiet retreat with light usage levels ideal for those seeking solitude. The campground serves as a trailhead to La Cueva Lake Trail #8 and Duran/Policarpio Trail #13, making it popular with hikers and anglers. Duran Creek offers stream fishing opportunities. Facilities are primitive: a single vault toilet is provided, but there is no potable water, so campers must bring their own supply. Access is via Forest Road 76, which is seasonally closed from January 1 through April 30 each year due to winter conditions. Camping is limited to 14 days within any 45-day period.
Directions
From Peñasco, NM, take Forest Road 76 to the campground. Forest Road 76 is closed to vehicles from January 1 through April 30 annually.
Location
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $14 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (575) 587-2255 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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