Carson National Forest
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…
Carson National Forest
Recent storms have caused degrading road conditions in some parts of the forest, especially on the Jicarilla Ranger District, where roads are largely inaccessible.With more weather forecasted, visitors should understand that road conditions can change fast: A road used to enter the forest may not…
Carson National Forest
The upper section of Kitchen Mesa Trail out of Ghost Ranch is currently closed to allow for critical trail reconstruction. The closure is expected to remain in effect through November 1, weather permitting.
Carson National Forest
The following prescribed fires are tentatively scheduled:NameNearby LocationPotential Start DateAcresWillowTusas ValleyOctober 30411Unit GTurley MillPostponed75Learn more about prescribed fires on Carson National Forest.
Carson National Forest
El Rito Campground sites and the group shelter will be intmittantly closed through mid-November to faciliate a river restoration and access project.SiteClosedReopenedGroup ShelterSeptember 26October 5Site #1September 26October 12Site #2September 26October 12Site #3September 26October 19Site…
Carson National Forest
Seasonal road designations restrict vehicle use throughout the year on different Forest Service roads for different periods of time to protect wintering and calving habitat for big game as well as protecting soil and watersheds.
Carson National Forest
The following is closed due to the Mogote Ridge Fire:ClosedDescriptionContinental Divide National Scenic TrailBetween Forest Service Roads 724 and 559 (also known as County Road 280 and N.M. State Road 110). Detour using 724 and 559 (view map)
Carson National Forest
Dates for the 2027 temporary closure of the Wheeler Peak and Williams Lake area for local community, traditional purposes are expected in July 2027.
Carson National Forest
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…
Carson National Forest
A list of water systems currently offline at recreation sites for seasonal water testing or longer term repairs.
Carson National Forest
To protect wildlife habitat, camping on or within a half mile of Forest Service roads, or within 100 yards of natural waters or within 300 yards of constructed waters is prohibited in Valle Vidal.
Carson National Forest
To protect bighorn sheep from disease, possessing, storing or transporting any domestic goat or sheep within Wilderness Areas in the Carson NF is prohibited.
Carson National Forest
Annual seasonal closures in the Valle Vidal for the protection of one of New Mexico’s largest elk herds.
Carson National Forest
A bridge over the Middle Fork Rio Santa Barbara in the Pecos Wilderness has collapsed. It's located on the West Fork Santa Barbara Trail (#25).
Carson National Forest
The Capulin Trail (#494), as well as a portion of Forest Road 10AA, is temporarily closed to vehicles (motorcycles, ATVs and e-bikes, classes 1-3). For background on the closure, read the news release.
Carson National Forest
Heavy spring runoff in 2019 broke the dam and damaged the sidewalk, pullouts and pier. Forest staff are working with partners to identify funding and options for the future of fishing in this area.The adjacent campground remains open for the spring and summer seasons.