Juniper Campground (Quemado Lake)

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Gila National Forest

Campground · USDA Forest Service · Gila National Forest Fees: Payments made for first come, first served sites must be made using cash or check. Exact change is required. There is a self-pay fee station at the entrance of the campground. Status: closed Reservations: The odd-numbered electrical sites (1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11, 13, 15, and 17) are available on Recreation.gov for making reservations beginning June 1 annually. All remaining sites will be on a… Overview Juniper Campground is Quemado Ranger District's most popular campground. It offers electric RV hookups (no sewer), leveled tent sites, and easy lake access. This campground is a mix of first come, first served sites and reservable sites. For more information, you can visit our website: Gila National Forest : Recreation Group - Quemado Lake Recreation Area Recreation Recreational opportunities include fishing and boating on Quemado Lake, hiking forest and lakeside trails, and RV and tent camping. Facilities Boat Ramp / Tent Camping/ Trailer/RV Camping / Picnic Tables / Vault Toilets / Grills / Campfire Rings Natural Features Lake Access/ Forested / Unrestricted Night Sky Views Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (575) 773-4678. Nearby Attractions - El Caso I-3 Campgrounds - El Caso 4 & 5 Campgrounds - Piñon Campground - Quemado Lake and Day… Getting there: The campground is located 14.2 miles south of Quemado. Take NM 32 south to Quemado Lake/NM 103 sign. Turn left onto NM 103 and drive 4 miles to Quemado Lake/Forest Road 13. NM103 ends when the paved road turns to gravel. The gravel road is an indication that you are now driving on Forest Road 13. Continue driving on Forest Road 13 for 1 mile to reach the Juniper Campground. Turn right into the campground. Latitude : 34.137543 Longitude : -108.48919 Elevation : 7,712 Feet Rules: - There is a 14 day stay limit on all campgrounds on the Gila National Forest and the portion of the Apache Forest located in New Mexico. - OHV/ATV use is prohibited in the Quemado Lake Recreation Area. - Hunting and target shooting is prohibited in the recreation area. - All dogs must be on a leash at all times in the campground. - No tents are allowed in the RV loop. - Horses are… Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10052227 Source: Recreation.gov, USDA Forest Service. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: USFS