Recreation


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The Cibola National Forest and Grasslands has many diverse opportunities for recreation across New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas.

Recreation Map

Map showing recreational areas. Map Information

Current Recreation Conditions

Area Name Status Area Conditions
Bear Trap Campground Closed Closed Closed under area and road closure 03-02-03-32-01 until December 31, 2023, unless rescinded for the purpose to protect public health and safety from post wildfire hazards and flooding.  
Black Kettle NG RD Open Open
Gear Grinder Trail 05630 Open Open
Hughes Mill Campground Closed Closed Closed under area and road closure 03-02-03-32-01 until December 31, 2023, unless rescinded for the purpose to protect public health and safety from post wildfire hazards and flooding.
Magdalena RD Open Open Bear Trap Fire Area: Road and Trail Closure in effect.  Check for specific site and trail conditions. Temporary closure of NFSR 225, mile 5.7 to 5.11for construction.
McGaffey Campground Open Open no water
Mount Taylor RD None None
Mountainair RD Open Open
Sandia Ranger District Open Open