Cedar Creek (Sam Tobias)

Paid or permit campsite

Campground · USDA Forest Service Fees: reservable on Recreation.gov (nightly fee) Overview Located on the outskirts of Ruidoso, Cedar Creek provides a wonderful space for groups visiting for the day or staying overnight. With a picnic shelter and three group campsites, the recreation area is ideal for an outing in Lincoln National Forest. A popular pastime is is hiking and mountain biking along the scenic multi-use trails adjacent to the Sam Tobias Memorial Group Campground. There are opporunities to see a number of different wildlife, including Mule deer and Elk in the area. Recreation Hiking and biking are among the most popular activities here, with options like the T90 fitness Trail which extends 1.3 miles and includes exercise stations. Bilking trails T120 A-D and T121 A& B are also nearby. Also we have an expert-only downhill mountain bike trail, located near the water tower to the east of the Campgrounds. The trail ends at the picnic area. Dogs must be kept… Getting there: From Ruidoso on Mechem Drive, take Cedar Creek Road west .5 miles. Cedar Creek is the first recreational area located on the right (north). Phone: 575-257-4095 Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234460 Source: Recreation.gov. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: Recreation.gov

Official information from the managing agency. Fees, seasons and closures change; check before you go.

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