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Las Petacas Campground Carson National Forest New Mexico

Las Petacas Overview

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Las Petacas Campground has 9 campsites and is located along a creek in beautiful Casias Canyon near Taos.  All campsites are first-come, first-serve and best suited for tent camping or small trailers (up to 12 feet). Sites also require a short walk from the parking area.

Amenities include one vault toilet. No water is available. Each campsite also has a table, fire ring and grate.

Area Recreation & Activities

Outdoor recreation in the area includes fishing, hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, ATVing, hunting, picnicking and wildlife viewing.

Other campgrounds in Casias Canyon include La Sombra and Capulin.

Reservations:

First Come, First Served

Amenities
  • Campsite Tables
  • Cell Service Fair
  • Fire Pit
  • Fire Rings
  • Golden Age & Access Passports accepted
  • Grills
  • Pets OK
  • Restrooms (Vault Toilets)
Activities
  • ATV
  • Biking
  • Creek
  • Fishing
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Hunting
  • Mountain Biking
  • Nature Trails
  • OHVing
  • OTV Trails/Riding
  • Picnicking
  • Stargazing
  • Wildlife Viewing
Highway 64
Taos, New Mexico 87571
Lat / Long:

36.382, -105.5214

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# of Campsites:

9

Campsite Vehicle Size:

Up to 12 feet

Season:

Mid May – Late November

Elevation:

7,408

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