Fawn Lakes Campground
Fawn Lakes Campground is located in Carson National Forest, one of a few campgrounds located along the scenic canyons of Red River. Visitors enjoy fishing and exploring nearby hiking trails.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 13 |
| Tent-only | 5 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 45 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
18 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 1 | Yes | Basic | |
| 002 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 1 | Yes | Basic | |
| 003 | Standard | Back-in | 32 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 1 | Yes | Basic | |
| 004 | Standard | Back-in | 34 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 1 | Yes | Basic | |
| 005 | Standard | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 1 | Yes | Preferred | |
| 006 | Standard | Back-in | 32 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 1 | Yes | Preferred | |
| 007 | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 1 | Yes | Basic | |
| 013 | Standard | Back-in | 32 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 1 | Yes | Basic | |
| 014 | Standard | Back-in | 25 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 1 | Yes | Preferred | |
| 016 | Standard | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 1 | Yes | Yes | Preferred |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 1:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 45 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Site 016 is listed accessible |
The campground contains 18 family overnight sites, of which three are tent-only sites. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Firewood is available for purchase from the host.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Forest | Carson National Forest |
| Booking | A reservation fee will be added to the price, |
| Fees | Campsite (includes parking for one vehicle) $12/night. Campsite for Senior or Access pass holders $11/night. Extra vehicle $11/night. Day use parking $11/day |
Weather by month
Getting there
From Red River, drive approximately 3 miles west on NM-38.
| Coordinates | 36.7233° N, 105.4483° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedComanche Powderhouse Fall Rx
12 mi from the campground
- PrescribedMartinez Fall Rx
32 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Outdoor gear ↗ | 2.6 mi |
| RV sales & service | Seco Bubble ↗ | 15.8 mi |
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Fawn Lakes Campground Tour & Review | Red River, New Mexico
Worth a stop
The City of Red River is about 3 miles away, with groceries, gas, showers, laundry facilities and a café. An RV dump station is within 1 mile of the campground.
- 2.3 miRed River Fishing ↗Fishing site
- 4.8 miColumbine Creek Fishing ↗Fishing site
- 13 mi
Trails nearby
- 0.2 miElephant Rock Connector2.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
- 1.1 miElephant Rock North ↗9.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
- 1.1 miElephant Rock Middle1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
- 1.1 miElephant Rock South ↗5.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
- 1.4 miElephant Rock Washout0.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle
- 1.6 miElephant Rock Mill3.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
Latir Peak Wilderness begins about 1.6 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 1.6 miLatir Peak Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 20,420 acres
- 2.5 miColumbine-Hondo Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 44,372 acres
- 6.3 miCarson National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,592,477 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
Historic landmarks nearby
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Natural features
The Red River runs adjacent to the campground. The surrounding mountains comprise a beautiful forest of ponderosa pine that blankets the campground and offers partial shade.
Recreation
Located between Questa and Red River, many activities such as hiking and fishing are available to visitors either at the campground or a short drive away. There is fishing access for Red River and to the nearby small lakes. Columbine Trailhead is within 4 miles and starts at Columbine Campground.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Fawn Lakes Campground?
Sites at Fawn Lakes Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. A reservation fee will be added to the price, Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Fawn Lakes Campground?
Campsite (includes parking for one vehicle) $12/night. Campsite for Senior or Access pass holders $11/night. Extra vehicle $11/night.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Fawn Lakes Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 1:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Fawn Lakes Campground open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Fawn Lakes Campground have?
19 sites, including 13 standard sites without power and 5 tent-only sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Fawn Lakes Campground?
The longest site here provides 45 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at Fawn Lakes Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Fawn Lakes Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Fawn Lakes Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 2 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
Are there accessible sites at Fawn Lakes Campground?
Site 016 is listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Fawn Lakes Campground?
Located between Questa and Red River, many activities such as hiking and fishing are available to visitors either at the campground or a short drive away. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Fawn Lakes Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Elephant Rock Campground (1 mi), Junebug Campground (1.2 mi, first-come), and La Bobita Campground (2.4 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby