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Closed due to post-fire danger.

El Porvenir Campground

Beautifully situated in a mixed conifer forest next to Beaver Creek near the base of Hermit's Peak.

Some suggested uses: tent and RV camping, picnicking, fishing, hiking.

Facilities: 13 camping units with picnic tables, fire rings/grills, 2 vault toilets, and bear proof trash bins.

No utility hookups, dump stations or showers.

Special Instructions: Users are encouraged to recycle and pack out trash. Please visit the Leave No Trace website for more information about frontcounty and backcountry outdoor ethics.

General Information

May - Dec. 31

Closed for season

No horses or horse trailers permitted, No ATV's permitted, 3 cars per site limit, Quiet hours from 10pm to 7am.

Santa Fe National Forest honors America the Beautiful Interagency Passes. Senior Pass (Lifetime and Annual) and Access Pass holders receive a 50% discount on single unit campsites.

Overnight Use:
Single Site: $8 per vehicle per night

$8.00 per vehicle

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 35.71031822

Longitude: -105.41223876

Directions

15 miles from Las Vegas on Highway 65 and Forest Road 261.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

First come first serve

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Fishing - River/StreamFishing - River/Stream

Last updated May 7, 2026