New Canyon
Open April through November. Stage 1 fire restrictions are in effect through August 31, 2026, but campfires are permitted in agency-built fire rings. No potable water; campers should bring their own. Pack-out trash policy in effect.
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…
Mountainair and Sandia Ranger Districts Stage 1 Fire Restriction Lifted
(Albuquerque, NM – September 17, 2026) — The Cibola National Forest & National Grasslands terminates Stage I Fire Restrictions previously on the Mountainair, and Sandia Ranger Districts.Pursuant to 16 U.S.C. 551 and Title 36 CFR 261.50(a), the prohibitions listed in Order Number Order…
Mountainair Ranger District - Capilla Temporary Road and Area Closure Order 03-03-04-26-16
The Cibola National Forest and National Grasslands has issued a road and area closure order (Order 03-03-04-26-16) for National Forest Road (NFR) 245, starting at the forest boundary to Capilla Peak Lookout to include New Canyon and Capilla Peak Campground Areas as depicted on the attached map.The…
About
New Canyon Campground sits in the Manzano Mountains within the Cibola National Forest, managed by the Mountainair Ranger District. The campground offers a rustic experience at approximately 7,800 feet elevation, with vault toilets and picnic tables at each site. Potable water is not available, so campers must bring their own supply. The campground provides direct access to the Crest Trail and serves as a gateway to the Manzano Mountain Wilderness. The area features pine forests, diverse wildlife including deer, and opportunities for hiking and exploring the surrounding backcountry. Sites accommodate vehicles up to 22 feet in length. New Canyon operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservations. The primitive setting means reduced services; campers should be prepared to pack out all trash and may encounter closed or unserviced restrooms depending on seasonal staffing.
Directions
Located west of the community of Manzano in Torrance County, New Mexico.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 22ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (505) 847-2990 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Useful Links
| USFS New Canyon Campground | |
| Cibola NF Alerts & Notices |
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