Best Camping in Cibola National Forest – Top Campgrounds & Scenic Spots in New Mexico

Cibola National Forest offers a variety of camping experiences across the Mountainair and Magdalena Ranger Districts. The Mountainair Ranger District features the popular Red Canyon Campground, a quiet spot surrounded by beautiful red rock formations and desert landscapes. In the Magdalena District, the scenic Rio Puerco Campground offers a peaceful setting for fishing and hiking. For those seeking solitude, dispersed camping is available in remote areas of the forest. Cibola is also home to the stunning Sandia Mountains, with several campgrounds offering easy access to the peak. Discover the rich desert and mountain landscapes of New Mexico’s Cibola National Forest today!

Cedro Peak Campground is located in the Sandia Ranger District, Cibola National Forest (just 24 min east of Albuquerque, NM) with an elevation of 7,120 feet. There are a total of 2 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of May to the end of October. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 20 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $60.00 per night. Activities include biking, hiking trails.

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Coal Mine Campground is located in the Mount Taylor Ranger District, Cibola National Forest (1 hr 43 min west of Rio Rancho, NM) with an elevation of 7,459 feet. There are a total of 15 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid May to mid October. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 45 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $5.00 per night. Activities include hiking trails.

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