Canjilon Lakes Campground

Area Status: Open

In a picturesque setting of lakes and a meandering stream, Canjilon Lakes Campground offers excellent fishing and camping opportunities to forest visitors. Its beauty turns to splendor when fall leaves change from greens to dazzling gold and oranges.

At a Glance

Current Conditions:	No water. Status weather dependent.
Area Amenities:	Tent camping,Camping trailer,Fee charged for some activities,Picnic tables,Toilets,Parking
Fees:	$0/No Fee
Usage:	Medium-Heavy
Best Season:	June - mid September
Busiest Season:	June -August
Closest Towns:	12 miles northeast of Canjilon. Convenience store located at Cebolla, NM approximately 6 miles from village of Canjilon. Gasoline is available at this location. Post office is available at Canjilon.
Water:	No
Restroom:	Vault
Operated By:	USDA Forest Service
Information Center:	For more information contact: Canjilon Ranger District.

Recreation Map

Map showing recreational areas. Map Information

Activities

Campground Camping

Opens end of May to September. 12 miles northeast of Canjilon. 41 campsites at elevation 9,900.

RV Camping

Lake and Pond Fishing

Several small lakes between two and six acres in size east of the town of Canjilon. Good fishing for rainbow.

A portion of the access road is rough and slippery when wet. Several campgrounds are nearby.

Photo of Canjilon Lakes

Day Hiking

Horse Riding

Viewing Wildlife

Viewing Plants

Viewing Scenery

Picnicking

Group Picnicking

Amenities

Camping trailer:	Trailers limited to less than 22' in length.
Picnic tables:	2 picnic spots
Tent camping:	41 campsites
Parking:
Toilets:	9 Vault toilets
Fee charged for some activities: