QUAKING ASPEN
Open for the season. The campground operates May 1 through October 15. Stage 1 fire restrictions are in effect on the Mt. Taylor Ranger District through August 31, 2026; campfires are permitted only in agency-provided fire rings at developed campgrounds.
Red Flag Warning issued June 30 at 12:32AM MDT until June 30 at 7:00PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM
...FIRE WEATHER WATCH IS CANCELLED FOR THE NORTHWEST PLATEAU, NORTHEAST PLAINS, WEST CENTRAL BASIN AND RANGE, AND NORTHEAST HIGHLANDS... ...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 7 PM MDT THIS EVENING DUE TO STRONG WINDS AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR THE WEST CENTRAL MOUNTAINS... .Critical fire weather conditions today focus over west central portions of the state, with elevated to near critical conditions prevailing elsewhere. Isolated dry storms in central and northern New Mexico this afternoon may start new fires and create gusty and erratic outflow wind gusts. The National Weather Service in Albuquerque NM has issued a Red Flag Warning in effect from 1 PM this afternoon to 7 PM MDT this evening. * AFFECTED AREA...West Central Mountains (Zone 105). * TIMING...From 1 PM this afternoon to 7 PM MDT this evening. * 20 FOOT WINDS...Southwest winds 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...Relative Humidity between 10 to 15 percent. * IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
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…
About
Quaking Aspen Campground sits in a shaded grove of quaking aspen and mature ponderosa pine trees in the Zuni Mountains of western New Mexico. The elevation and forest cover provide welcome relief from summer heat in the surrounding desert lowlands. The campground is managed by the Mt. Taylor Ranger District of the Cibola National Forest. This is a primitive, first-come, first-served campground with basic amenities. Each site has a picnic table and vault toilets are available, but there is no potable water on site, so campers must bring an adequate supply. The campground is accessible via State Route 400, approximately 6 miles south of the historic Fort Wingate community. Recreation opportunities in the area include hiking and mountain biking on nearby trails. The campground operates seasonally from May 1 through October 15 and has a 14-day stay limit. Trailer length is restricted to under 22 feet due to site and road limitations.
Directions
From I-40, take Exit 33 (Fort Wingate). Drive south through Fort Wingate and continue approximately 6 miles on SR 400. The campground entrance is on the west side of the road.
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 | $10 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | 22ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (505) 287-8833 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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