USDA Forest Service · New Mexico
Cedro Peak Camping Sites - Robin and Jay
USDA Forest Service · New Mexico, United States
- Sites
- 2
- Hookups
- 2 no hookups
- Season
- May 15 to October 31
- Cost
- Contact recreation.gov or 877-444-6777
- Max RV length
- 20 ft
- Group sites
- Yes
- Drinking water
- No
- Restrooms
- Yes
- Elevation
- 7,385 ft
- Dark sky
- Bortle class 4
- Cell coverage
- T-Mobile good · AT&T good · Verizon good (carriers' 4G LTE filings to the FCC, 2025-12; not measured here)
- Access road
- CEDRO PEAK PG LOOP 1 (NFSR 26) · crushed aggregate or gravel · suitable for passenger cars
- Lake
- Cibola National Forest and Grasslands
- Nearest town
- TIJERAS
- Address
- Sandia Ranger District, TIJERAS, NM, 87059
- Phone
- 505-281-3304
- Activities
- Camping, Hiking, Mountain Biking, Wildlife Viewing
2 numbered sites are mapped one by one - open the site map to pick yours.
About
Overview
Cedro Peak Camping Sites is a favorite area in the southern portion of the Sandia Ranger District. It is encompassed by ponderosa pine, pinon and juniper trees. Both Cedro Peak camping sites are fully accessible and have plenty of parking. Jay site has a circular turn around drive for those who might bring a small travel trailer.
Recreation
Cedro Peak Camping Sites has room for outdoor games as well as access to the best trail system for mountain biking in the Cibola National Forest. A variety of hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding and off-road vehicle trails connect with the camping area. The region features more than 80 miles of single-track and equestrian trails. Mountain biking trails in the area can accommodate intermediate to advanced riders. The trails offer expansive views of the Sandia Mountains to the north, the Manzanos and the Cedro Peak Camping Site. Limited off-road vehicle trails are available as well.
Please use Leave No Trace ethics when using your public lands.
Facilities
The campground offers two large, fully accessible group campsites.
-Jay can accommodate up to 100 people and 27 vehicles. Rate: $125 per night.
-Robin can accommodate up to 150 people and 41 vehicles. Rate: $175 per night.
Each site is equipped with grills and tables, some of which are covered by picnic shelters. Large campfire circles are also available. Water and electricity, firewood/charcoal are not available at the site. Accessible vault toilets and bear proof trash receptacles are provided. Bears frequent the area; use appropriate containers for food and garbage.
Gate Lock Combination: The combination for the gate lock will be provided in your reservation confirmation email. Have questions? Call the Sandia Ranger District Office, Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. at (505) 281-3304.
Natural Features
The group campground is located in the Manzanita Mountains at an elevation of about 7,400 feet. It is eight miles south off of I-40. The campground is nestled in a pinon pine and juniper forest, amid the arid, hilly landscape.
Charges & Cancellations
There is a $10 non-refundable reservation fee through recreation.gov
Weather, month by month
| Month | Typical high | Typical low | Coldest night | Hottest day | Years with a night below 32°F |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39° | 25° | 5° | 52° | 11 of 11 |
| February | 46° | 27° | -5° | 64° | 11 of 11 |
| March | 54° | 31° | 21° | 75° | 11 of 11 |
| April | 65° | 40° | 22° | 77° | 6 of 11 |
| May | 73° | 48° | 35° | 84° | 0 of 11 |
| June | 85° | 59° | 48° | 93° | 0 of 11 |
| July | 86° | 62° | 54° | 94° | 0 of 11 |
| August | 82° | 59° | 52° | 90° | 0 of 11 |
| September | 77° | 55° | 35° | 85° | 0 of 11 |
| October | 65° | 42° | 27° | 77° | 3 of 10 |
| November | 53° | 34° | 19° | 64° | 9 of 10 |
| December | 44° | 26° | 16° | 55° | 10 of 10 |
Mid-month figures from 2016–2026 of daily weather at this spot (ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo, CC BY 4.0), in °F. Typical is the median; coldest and hottest are the extremes seen.
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