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Fourth of July Campground

Torrance County, NM

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Cibola National Forest campground and day-use area in Fourth of July Canyon on the west slope of the Manzano Mountains — famous for one of New Mexico’s best stands of bigtooth maple fall color, plus ponderosa picnic sites and trail access into the Manzano Mountain Wilderness. Small-vehicle camping only (tents / pop-ups).

Field facts

RegionTorrance County, NM
Coordinates34.7901, -106.3790
CountyTorrance
ManagerUSDA Forest Service — Cibola NF, Mountainair Ranger District
SeasonTypically April–November
FeesDay-use $5/vehicle; overnight ~$10/site (cash/check pay station)
Known forBigtooth maple autumn foliage

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