James Canyon
Open year-round. No fee, first-come first-served. Stage 1 fire restrictions are currently in effect forest-wide; campfires are permitted only in fire rings or grills provided at developed campgrounds. No potable water available on site.
Flood Watch issued July 21 at 10:13PM MDT until July 22 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...A portion of south central New Mexico, including the following areas, East Slopes Sacramento Mountains Below 7500 Feet, Sacramento Mountains Above 7500 Feet and West Slopes Sacramento Mountains Below 7500 Feet. * WHEN...Wednesday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Multiple rounds of rainfall have resulted in saturated conditions with scattered thunderstorms forecast for Wednesday. Storms will produce heavy rainfall in a short amount of time with much of the rainfall quickly becoming runoff. Thus, there is an elevated risk for flash flooding for Wednesday afternoon. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
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…
Order# 03-08-01-26-001: Seven Cabins Fire Closure Amended
The purpose of this Order is to protect public health and safety. These areas are subject to flooding effects through monsoon season and conditions could become hazardous.Closure area includes The Capitan Mountain area, from Capitan Pass along Forest Road 56 and 5643, east along the Forest…
About
James Canyon Campground is a compact, free campground tucked along US Highway 82 in the Sacramento Mountains of Lincoln National Forest. With just 5 sites, it offers a quiet stopping point for travelers between Cloudcroft and Mayhill. The lower elevation of 6,800 feet makes this campground accessible year-round, remaining usable later into the season than the higher-elevation sites in the area. The campground provides basic amenities including vault toilets, picnic tables, grills, and a group shade structure. There is no potable water on site, so campers must bring their own supply. The 16-foot RV limit makes this campground best suited for tent campers, small trailers, or compact camping vehicles. Situated just 2 miles west of Mayhill and approximately 16.5 miles east of Cloudcroft on US 82, the campground is easily accessible from the highway. The surrounding Lincoln National Forest offers opportunities for hiking and exploring the Sacramento Mountain landscape.
Directions
From Cloudcroft, take US 82 east for 16.5 miles towards Mayhill. James Canyon Campground is located 2 miles before Mayhill, on the highway.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 16ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (575) 434-7200 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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