Hopewell Lake Campground
Hopewell Lake Campground sits next to its scenic namesake lake between Tres Piedras and Tierra Amarilla in northern New Mexico. Visitors enjoy horseback riding, hiking, fishing and canoeing.
The campground has 31 camping sites. There is also a group day-use shelter and group overnight campsite, both available by reservation. Horse corrals and water troughs are available at two campsites. Vault toilets are provided. Currently (May 2024) there is NO water. Please bring your own water. First-come, first-served sites are available.
Notifications and Alerts
Carson National Forest and RRM of A are pleased to announce the remodeling of this facility, including the day use area and water system. Renovations are to begin at the beginning of the recreation season in the spring of 2025. Due to construction equipment being in the area and for the safety of guests, this facility will be closed in its entirety to public entrance and use for the entire 2025 operating season. We are sorry for this inconvenience, however the renovations should be complete in time for opening in the 2026 season. If you have questions, please call the Carson National Forest, Tres Piedras Ranger Station, at 575-758-8678.
Need to Know
Standard Single Family sites: Recreation Use Fee allows ONE camping unit ONLY.
Extra Vehicles: Cannot be paid for in advance - upon arrival coordinate with the host for payment and where to park.
Opening and closing dates are weather permitting, please call 928-537-8888 for more information.
FIRST COME FIRST SERVE sites must be booked in person. DO NOT call to determine availability, as they are only available on-site.
Bears frequent the area: please obey all food storage rules and regulations. Check with your host for details.
Off-road vehicles are allowed in the area, but must be trailered in and out of the campground.
- Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
Click here for more information on the Carson National Forest.
Please Bring your own Water there is NOT water available on site.
Natural Features
Hopewell Lake is a small, man-made lake, set high in the Carson National Forest at an elevation of 9,500 feet. A forest of conifer and aspen trees covers the area and offers partial shade in the campground.
Recreation
The 14-acre lake is perfect for canoeing and is regularly stocked with rainbow and brook trout. The Continental Divide National Scenic Trail goes through the campgound, and is popular with horseback riders and hikers.
Contact Information
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: 435-245-6521
Rental Options
Learn more about gear rental options for your trip
Driving Directions
From Taos, New Mexico, take U.S. 64 about 40 miles west. The campground is on the south side of the road.
Available Campsites
- Site 030, Loop Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 006, Loop Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 031, Loop Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 013, Loop Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 023, Loop Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 015, Loop Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 010, Loop Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 021, Loop Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 004, Loop Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 022, Loop Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 007, Loop Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 011, Loop Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 001, Loop Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 009, Loop Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 008, Loop Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 012, Loop Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 014, Loop Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 018, Loop Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 020, Loop Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 002, Loop Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 016, Loop Campground, Type Equestrian Nonelectric
- Site 019, Loop Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 005, Loop Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 017, Loop Campground, Type Equestrian Nonelectric
- Site 029, Loop Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 025, Loop Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site GS1, Loop Day, Type Group Shelter Nonelectric
- Site 003, Loop Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 024, Loop Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 027, Loop Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site GS2, Loop Campground, Type Group Standard Nonelectric
- Site 026, Loop Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 028, Loop Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
