Capilla Peak

FS USDA Forest Service · Primitive

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Conditions

Road Access Not recorded
Season Not recorded
Campfires Not recorded
Boondock Access Not recorded

The managing agency hasn't published road access, season or campfire rules for this campground. The description and directions below often mention it — and it's worth calling the agency before a long drive.

Features

Warning No Drive In Access Remote No Cell
Style Primitive Reservable

Campground Stats

Total Sites12
Overnight Sites12

Location

34.699478, -106.402739

Photos

Site 2

Description

Overview

With great views of Manzano Mountains, Rio Grande and Estancia Valleys, and unique camping structures, this 8-unit site at 9200 ft is a popular destination. Capilla Peak has access to Manzano Mountain Wilderness and Hawkwatch's raptor counting station. Note that none of the campsites have designated parking spurs and are NOT suitable for large trailers or RVs. This campground is a mix of first-come, first-served and reservation sites. An additional day use picnic pavilion is available for reservation and located at this site.

Mobile payment may be available at this location, but you will need to first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.

Facilities

A separate day use picnic pavilion is also located on site. This site is available for reservation on Recreation.gov.

Natural Features

Great views of the Manzano Mountain Wilderness and Wilderness access. Note that all campsites are very exposed, and inclement weather is common at this high elevation.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (505) 847-2990.

Details

PhoneN/A
EmailN/A
ReservableYes

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