US lakes & pondsUS lakes & pondsCampground · National forest in Catron County, New Mexico. Run by USFS.
| Operator | USFS |
|---|---|
| Agency | USDA Forest Service (Gila National Forest) |
| Campsites | 25 |
| Site types | 15 tent only no electric, 8 rv no electric, 2 group shelter no electric |
| RVs welcome | Yes |
| Tent sites | Yes |
| Dogs allowed | Yes |
| Fees | <p>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. </p> |
| Phone | (575) 773-4678 |
| Reservations | Recreation.gov |
We only list amenities a source records. A missing item doesn't mean the campground lacks it, so check with Piñon Campground before you go.
Pinon Campground is a mix of first come, first served campsites and reservable group sites. The campground is located across from Juniper Campground and is less than 2 miles from Quemado Lake. 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.
Description: Recreation.gov (U.S. federal government, public domain), shortened.
Lakes and ponds on LakeRipple within 10 miles, closest first (straight-line distance to the shoreline). Each page has boat launches, beaches, fishing and today's weather.
Piñon Campground is in Catron County.
Sources: Recreation.gov (RIDB) · OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Pulled Oct 12, 2026. Interactive map: Leaflet with © OpenStreetMap contributors. Seasons, rates and rules change; confirm with the campground.