The Enchantment of Forest, Wilderness and Grasslands
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The Cibola National Forest and National Grasslands encompasses 1.9 million acres. The four “sky island” ranger districts: Sandia, Mountainair, Magdalena, and Mt Taylor cover more than 1.6 million acres in New Mexico with elevations range up to 11,301 ft. The Cibola also has four wilderness areas: Sandia Mountain, Manzano Mountain, Withington and Apache Kid and administers four National Grasslands: Black Kettle, McClellan Creek, Kiowa and Rita Blanca covering 263,261 acres in northeastern New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas.
USFS cover photo by Todd Stewart: Field of flowers on Black Kettle NGs.
Prepare for Your Visit
Recreation Sites
Four season opportunities for visitors to the forests, wilderness and grasslands
Find Your Way
Cibola area maps are available in all formats and for all devices. Plan ahead by mapping your adventure.
Fee Passes
Check out what fees are required and what fee passes are available. Know before heading out.
Fire Information
The Southwest is looking at a potentially significant fire season. Protect the forest and surrounding communities by following fire-safe practices and staying informed of conditions in your area.
Get a Permit
Some activities on the forest require a permit like firewood collection, recreation events, filming, weddings, and other events.