Hopewell Lake Campground
Open for the season with all sites available first-come, first-served. Potable water is not available due to system issues; campers must bring their own water supply. Fire restrictions may be in effect depending on current conditions.
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…
Offices Closed July 3
All Carson National Offices are closed on federal holidays, including in observance of Independence Day on July 3 and the Fourth of July weekend. Some services are available online:Firewood PermitsCampground ReservationsCurrent Fire Restrictions
Beehive Fire Road Closures (Tres Piedras Ranger District)
For public and firefigther safety during Beehive Fire operations, the following roads will be closed to all entry beginning July 2, 2026:The entire length of Forest Service Road 83.Forest Service Road 133, from Highway 64 to its intersection with Forest Service Road 133E1.The entire length of…
About
Hopewell Lake Campground occupies a prime location adjacent to a small, man-made 14-acre lake in the high country of Carson National Forest. At 9,500 feet elevation, the campground sits within a forest of conifer and aspen trees that provides partial shade throughout the camping area. The lake is regularly stocked with rainbow and brook trout, making it a popular destination for shore fishing, fly fishing, and float tube angling. The campground features 29 standard nonelectric sites and two equestrian sites equipped with horse corrals and water troughs. A group shelter accommodates day-use gatherings of up to 100 people, and a group overnight site is available by reservation. The Continental Divide National Scenic Trail passes directly through the campground, providing excellent opportunities for hiking and horseback riding. Canoeing on the calm lake waters is a favorite activity, as motorized boats are not permitted. The surrounding high-elevation terrain offers cool summer temperatures and stunning mountain scenery, though the elevation means weather can be unpredictable and visitors should come prepared for afternoon thunderstorms.
Directions
From Taos, New Mexico, take U.S. 64 about 40 miles west. The campground is on the south side of the road.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $24 - $125 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 45ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 45ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (575) 758-8678 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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