USFS•Chama, NM•10.5h from Austin

Carson NF — Lagunitas Campground

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Accessibility baseline: Sites on this platform are reviewed for access with a standard 2WD pickup truck towing a 21-foot travel trailer unless otherwise noted below.

Fee

Free

Hookups

No hookups

Trailer

Accessible (2WD pickup + trailer)

Cell Signal

No signal

Water

Bring your own

Toilets

Yes

Best Season

Jun–Sep

Reservations

None — first-come

Max Length

30 ft

Highlights

▶ Several small subalpine trout lakes at 10,400 ft near Cruces Basin Wilderness — among the least-visited USFS sites in NM
▶ Brook and rainbow trout with virtually no competition; extraordinary solitude and dark skies
▶ Upper Lagunitas open year-round (weather permitting); Lower Lagunitas closes seasonally

Planning Notes

US-64 paved to the turnoff near Chama; short gravel spur passable 2WD. No potable water — treat lake water or bring your own. Very remote — bring extra food and fuel. Chama (22 mi) for supplies.

Contact: (575) 758-6200

Always call ahead to confirm conditions, closures, and road accessibility.