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Camping for hunting in New Mexico

15 camps in New Mexico that list hunting or mention it in their description. The best camping months are May–Sep, judged from 30 years of weather at a typical camp: comfortable days, mild nights, little rain. In July expect highs near 79°F and lows near 51°F.

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15camps for hunting
1free or dispersed
2reservable
May–Sepbest months

Best areas for hunting

  1. Around Eagle Nest4 camps for hunting within 25 miles
  2. Around La Jara3 camps for hunting within 25 miles

Questions

How many campgrounds in New Mexico are good for hunting?

15 camps that list hunting or mention it in their description; 1 of them are free.

When is the best time to go?

The best camping months are May–Sep, judged from 30 years of weather at a typical camp: comfortable days, mild nights, little rain. In July expect highs near 79°F and lows near 51°F.

What else can you do there?

Of these camps, 73% also offer horseback riding, 67% also offer hiking, 53% also offer fishing.

See them on the map

Every camp, with a 3D fly-over, weather, cell signal and the drive.

Open hunting in New Mexico

This week's picks

A different handful each week.

  • Coyote Ranger DistrictFederal campground · First come, first served · Cell signal

    The [Coyote Ranger District](http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprdb5369639.pdf) Office is located along NM State Highway 96 approximately 21 miles from the Junction of SH 84…

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  • Cimarron CampgroundFederal campground · First come, first served · No cell signal

    Cimarron Campground is located in the scenic Valle Vidal within Carson National Forest in northern New Mexico, at an elevation of 9,300 feet. The sites are tucked among spruce, aspen and…

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  • Rio De Las Vacas CampgroundFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signal

    Less than two hours from the city of Albuquerque, Rio de las Vacas Campground offers a cool oasis from the New Mexico heat. Visitors delight in the hiking and fishing opportunities…

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  • Sacramento RdFederal campground · First come, first served · Cell signal

    The Sacramento Ranger District offers many different recreation opportunities for all seasons.

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  • Rocky Canyon CampgroundFederal campground · First come, first served · 7,398 ft · No cell signal

    This is a fairly small campground and is popular with horse riders and hunters.

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  • Tres Piedras RdFederal campground · First come, first served · Cell signal

    The Tres Piedras Ranger District is managed for many multi-use purposes; hunting, fishing, hiking, biking, skiing, snowmobiling, camping and personal firewood cutting are among the…

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  • Questa RdFederal campground · First come, first served · Cell signal

    The Questa Ranger District is managed for many multi-use purposes; hunting, fishing, hiking, biking, skiing, snowmobiling, camping and personal firewood cutting are among the activities.

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  • Mount Taylor RdFederal campground · First come, first served · Cell signal

    Each season on the Mt. Taylor Ranger District provides different opportunities for the forest visitor. In late spring, summer and early fall, hikers and backpackers can enjoy the beautiful…

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