Canjilon RD

Facility · New Mexico ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

Carson National Forest (NF) · Open Access

8,478 ft
Elevation

The Canjilon Ranger District is located in the beautiful mountains of Northern New Mexico.  The elevation ranges from a low of 6,500 feet up to almost 11,000 feet above sea level.  Climate and vegetation types vary from high desert to alpine zones.  The ranger district contains several hiking trails, including the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail.  There are three campgrounds located on the ranger district. The ranger district office is located in the small mountain village of Canjilon which contains a population of approximately 325 residents.

Getting there

36.49600, -106.40300 · 36°29'45.6"N 106°24'10.8"W

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Typical weather

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
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Precip in0.90.80.90.81.10.82.22.31.61.10.90.9

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 2.3 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Canjilon RD

Can you reserve a site at Canjilon RD?
No. Canjilon RD is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.

Camping near Canjilon RD

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

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