Mills Rim Campground
This campground is located high up on the plateau at 5,760 feet and overlooks the Mills and Mesteño canyons offers a basecamp for a variety of recreational activities. Popular with hunters and rock climbers, the 8 unit camping area can become full in the peak season. All campsites have picnic tables, a standing grill, and a fire pit, and three of the campsites offer Equestrian corrals.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 5 |
| Equestrian | 3 |
Site guide
8 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Standard | Back-in | 48 | Gravel | None | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 02 | Equestrian | Back-in | 55 | Gravel | None | 12 / 2 | Yes |
| 03 | Standard | Back-in | 73 | Gravel | None | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 04 | Equestrian | Back-in | 67 | Gravel | None | 12 / 2 | Yes |
| 05 | Standard | Pull-through | 88 | Gravel | None | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 06 | Standard | Back-in | 47 | Gravel | None | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 07 | Standard | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | None | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 08 | Equestrian | Back-in | 82 | Gravel | None | 12 / 2 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 03:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
Campsites 2, 4, and 8 offer horse corrals
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Getting there
| Area | Recreation.gov lists no exact point for this campground. The recreation area is at 35.15° N, 106.61° W. Call the office before you drive. |
Good to know
- This campground is accessible to trailers and larger vehicles, whereas the lower Mills Canyon Campground at the canyon floor is not.
Fire nearby
- PrescribedLower Kirtland Rx
13 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Explore
Recreation
Popular area to stage for hunting as well as rock climbing in the area.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Mills Rim Campground?
Sites at Mills Rim Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Mills Rim Campground?
Check-in 03:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Mills Rim Campground have?
8 sites, including 5 standard sites without power and 3 equestrian sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Mills Rim Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Mills Rim Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Mills Rim Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-15, there is 1 active fire within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby