Water Canyon Campground
13
Total Campsites
Campground
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Reservable Sites
Mostly first-come
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Accessible
ADA-compliant sites
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Organization
Managing agency
Overview
About Water Canyon Campground
Overview Within the Magdalena Mountains is a beautiful campground with twelve campsites and an additional group campsite tucked away at 6,800 ft elevation. These campsites are a mix of first-come first-served and reservation sites. There are several vault toilets as well as a picnic table, a fire ring, and a grill at each campsite. The group campsite offers an additional shelter structure and large fire pit. The area is great for birding and has access to several trails nearby. Recreation Birding, hiking, and biking are popular activities in and around the Water Canyon Recreation Area. The campsites are also great locations for star-gazing. Nearby Attractions Forest Road 39, which is the spur that leads to the group campsite, can be followed as the North Fork Trail and hiked. Below the campground is the Water Canyon Picnic Area and access to more trails including the Mesa Trail.
- 13 total campsites listed.
- Primarily first-come camping based on current listing data.
- Most common site type: unknown (13).
Campsite Inventory
13 sites to choose from
Unknown
0
Reservable
0
Accessible
Amenities & Details
Everything you need to know
Driveway Grade
Slight
Driveway length (ft)
14, 16, 18, 22
Driveway surface
Gravel
Fire Pit
Fire Pit
GRILLS
Grills
Max guests
6, 75
PICNIC TABLES
Picnic Tables
Pets allowed
Yes
Shade
Yes
TABLE & BENCHES
Table & Benches
VAULT TOILETS
Vault Toilets
Reservations & Contact
Plan your stay
Phone
575-854-2281
Getting There
From highway 60, turn onto Water Canyon Road and follow it until it's end. You will pass the picnic area on the left and will continue uphill towards the campground. The group campsite is further along the gravel road after passing the entrance to the campground on the right. The group campsite will also be on the right.
FAQ
Common questions
Everything you need to know before your trip to Water Canyon Campground.
How do reservations work for Water Canyon Campground?
Reservation availability for Water Canyon Campground can vary by season and campsite type. Check the contact and access section before booking.
What campsite types are available at Water Canyon Campground?
Water Canyon Campground currently lists Unknown (13).
Where is Water Canyon Campground located?
See this page for location details and directions.
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