Mountainair RD Manzano East
The Manzano Mountains are located primarily in Torrance County with a small section on the west side of the mountain located in Valencia County. Among the many attractions of the Manzano Mountains is the largest stand of Rocky Mountain large tooth maples in New Mexico at the head of Tajique Canyon. Uses include grazing, firewood, recreation, herb gathering and scenery in the watersheds that feed the surrounding communities. The name Manzano was given to the area due to the discovery of the old apple trees.
Passes & Permits
Several Campgrounds and Trailheads have applicable fees. Day use fees at certain trailheads are $5 or accept both the New Mexico Enchantment Pass and interagency pass types. Please see posted information for more details. Reservations are available for sites at Fourth of July Campground and Red Canyon Campground. See Recreation.gov for more details.
Complexes
The Albuquerque Trailhead provides parking for access to the Albuquerque Trail which begins at Forest Road 55 and ends at the junction with Fourth Of July Trail.
Small (6 unit) site at 6800ft near Tajique Creek No trailers; pronounced "Tah-HEE-key"
Recreation Sites
Albuquerque Trailhead
Bosque Campground
Box Canyon Trailhead
Capilla Peak Campground
Cerro Blanco Trailhead
Fourth of July Campground
Fourth of July Trailhead
Kayser / Cottonwood Trailhead
Manzano Crest North Trailhead
Manzano Crest South Trailhead