Site Closed
Recreation Region: Magdalena RD San Mateo Mountains
Bear Trap Campground
Small (4 unit) campsite without water is popular nonetheless due to cool mountain setting and proximity to Withington Lookout 2 (steep) miles away
Current Conditions
Closed under area and road closure 03-03-03-24-11 until December 31, 2025, unless rescinded for the purpose of protecting public health and safety from post-Bear Trap Fire flooding area. Flash flooding events are still a potential threat within this area.
General Information
Address: 203 First St., Magdalena, NM 87825
Phone: 575-854-2281
Hours: M-F: 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. & 12:30 - 4:00 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 33.88329608
Longitude: -107.51488828
Directions
25 miles southwest of Magdalena via US 60 & FR 549
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are not available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
