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…
Current Prescribed Fire Activity and Plans
The following prescribed fires are tentatively scheduled:NameNearby LocationPotential Start DateAcresInformationUnit G Pile BurnTurley MillPostponed74Press ReleaseLearn more about prescribed fires on Carson National Forest.
Forest Road 639South Road Restriction
Vehicles will be restricted on Forest Road 639South near Truchas, N.M., from October 1 at 6:00 a.m. to October 14 at 11:59 p.m. during a road improvement project. Work includes road reconditioning, drain dip construction and the removal or replacement of several culverts.Non-motorized access will…
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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