Lower Canjilon Lakes Cg
Open for the season. Forest Road 129 (Alkali Spring Rd) reopened May 1 after seasonal winter closure. No potable water on-site; campers must bring their own water supply. Fire danger in Carson National Forest is currently High to Very High.
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
Lower Canjilon Lakes Campground is a scenic destination in the Carson National Forest, located at approximately 9,900 feet elevation. The campground is nestled in shaded stands of spruce-fir and aspen trees, providing a cool mountain retreat during the warmer months. Six small ponds ranging from two to six acres offer good fishing opportunities for rainbow trout. The area is accessed via Forest Road 129 (Alkali Spring Road), which is seasonally closed to motorized travel from January 1 through April 30 due to winter conditions. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis and provides basic facilities including vault toilets and picnic tables. Potable water is not available on-site, so campers must bring their own water supply. Nearby services including gas, picnic supplies, and a post office can be found in Cebolla, NM. The Upper Canjilon Lakes Picnic Site above the campground provides additional day-use facilities. The surrounding forest offers opportunities for hiking and wildlife observation in addition to fishing.
Directions
From Canjilon, NM, travel northeast approximately 12 miles via Forest Road 129 (Alkali Spring Road).
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 | $10 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (575) 684-2489 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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