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…
Closure of Hopewell Lake Campground/Day Use Area, Portion of Continental Divide Trail
Rebabilitation of Hopewell Lake recreation facilities will prompt a closure beginning August 17, 2026. The following will be closed:Hopewell Lake CampgroundHopewell Lake Day Use AreaContinental Divide National Scenic Trail between Hopewell Lake Campground and Highway 64Forest Service Roads 356 and…
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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