KARR CANYON LOWER
Open for tent camping on a first-come, first-served basis. No reservations required. Forest Road 63 may close during winter due to heavy snow. Stage 1 fire restrictions are currently in effect across Lincoln National Forest.
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 Updates
As prescribed fire is implemented on the Lincoln National Forest this alert page will be updated to share current conditions, planned work or postponed burns.16 Springs Crooked Prescribed Pile Burn - 153 acresSeptember 19, 2026 - Press Release for Planned Prescribed Fires on the Lincoln National…
Order# 03-08-02-26-001: 69kV Power Line Maintenance and Hazard Tree Reduction
The purpose of this Order is to protect public health and safety. Work within this corridor during this timeframe will include large machinery and aircraft.
About
Lower Karr Canyon Campground is a primitive tent-only campground situated in the Sacramento Mountains of Lincoln National Forest in southern New Mexico. The undeveloped campsites are scattered above and below the Karr Canyon Picnic Area, offering a rustic experience for tent campers seeking solitude in the high desert forest. The campground provides basic amenities including a vault toilet, fire rings, and picnic tables. Potable water is not available, so campers must bring their own water supply. All sites are walk-in only from the parking area, and RVs are prohibited within the campground. Access is via Forest Road 63 (Karr Canyon Road), a gravel road that can be rough in places. The road may close during winter months due to heavy snow. During fire season, Stage 1 fire restrictions may apply, limiting campfires to established fire rings only.
Directions
From the Village of High Rolls along US-82, turn south onto Forest Road 63 (Karr Canyon Road). Continue for approximately 5 miles; the campground will be on the right side of the road. Forest Road 63 is gravel and can be rough.
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 | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (575) 434-7200 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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