Trout Lakes
Open for the season. Forest Road 125 is closed to motorized travel January 1 through April 30; the road reopened May 1. Access road becomes extremely hazardous when wet and may be impassable during monsoon rains. No reservations required, first-come first-served.
Flood Warning issued October 28 at 11:45AM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM
...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in New Mexico... Rio Chama Below Chamita affecting Rio Arriba County. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Rio Chama below Chamita. * WHEN...Until further notice. * IMPACTS...At 6.0 feet, Properties in the flood plain along the Rio Chama and near the junction of the Rio Ojo Caliente will see water in their yards. Impacts can include bank erosion and damage to wells and septic tanks. These impacts will increase in severity at higher river levels. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 11:00 AM MDT Wednesday the stage was 6.6 feet. - Bankfull stage is 5.5 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 11:00 AM MDT Wednesday was 6.9 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to remain between 6.4 and 6.7 feet through the next several days. - Flood stage is 6.0 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 6.7 feet on 07/21/2009. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/abq/EmergencyPrepFlood
Flood Advisory issued October 28 at 11:51AM MDT until October 30 at 12:00PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM
...The Flood Advisory continues for the following rivers in New Mexico... Rio Grande at Embudo affecting Rio Arriba and Taos Counties. * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Rio Grande at Embudo. * WHEN...Until Friday afternoon. * IMPACTS...At 8.0 feet, Minor overbank flows are occurring above the Embudo gaging site. Access to riverside picnic facilities above Pilar and below the Taos Junction Bridge along State Route 570 will be limited if further rises occur. Water may be extremely close to underside of bridge over Rio Grande on Aguas Caliente Rd in Pilar. Other localized effects due to the high water levels will begin to be felt at a stage of 10 feet but no significant flooding is expected until the river rises to 12 feet. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 11:00 AM MDT Wednesday the stage was 7.6 feet. - Bankfull stage is 8.0 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 8.1 feet tomorrow morning. - Action stage is 8.0 feet. - Flood stage is 10.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
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About
Trout Lakes Campground offers a secluded backcountry camping experience in Carson National Forest, 11 miles northeast of Cebolla via US 84 and Forest Road 125. The 12 primitive campsites are best suited for tent camping and small campers or trailers, situated among quiet conifers and aspens that turn brilliant gold in autumn. Three small lakes provide fishing opportunities within easy walking distance. The campground has fire rings at each site but no potable water, restrooms, or trash service. Campers should bring adequate water supplies and pack out all waste. Fish remains should be cleaned away from the water and packed out. The access road presents significant challenges. Only the first three miles from Highway 84 are graveled; the remainder is unimproved dirt that becomes extremely slick and impassable during monsoon rains. High-clearance vehicles with four-wheel drive are strongly recommended. Large RVs and trailers are technically allowed but not advised due to road conditions.
Directions
11 miles northeast of Cebolla via US Highway 84 and Forest Road 125. The first 3 miles from US 84 are graveled; the remainder is unimproved dirt requiring high-clearance 4WD.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | No |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (575) 758-6200 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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