Las Petacas Campground
Open for the season. No reservations; first-come, first-served only. 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…
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
Las Petacas Campground is a small, primitive campground nestled in a canyon along US Highway 64, approximately 4 miles southeast of Taos in the Carson National Forest. Situated at about 7,400 feet elevation among spruce-fir and aspen stands, the campground provides direct access to the Rio Fernando de Taos for fishing. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservations available. Facilities are basic: one vault toilet and a picnic table at each site. There is no potable water, so campers must bring their own supply. Usage is typically light, offering a quiet alternative to more crowded sites in the Taos area. Fees are $14 per night for a single site (includes one vehicle), with additional vehicles at $7 per night. Holders of Senior or Access passes pay $7 per night. Day use parking is $6.
Directions
4 miles southeast of Taos via US 64
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 | $7 - $14 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (575) 587-2255 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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