Magdalena, New Mexico 87825
Official WebsiteSpringtime Campground has 6 campsites with Adirondack shelters that provide access to Apache Kid Wilderness and San Mateo Peak Lookout by hiking or horseback.
12 miles south of I-25 exit #115 via NM-1 and FR-225.
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Cibola National Forest covers more than 1.6 million acres and includes mountains, grasslands, wilderness, and forests. The name Cibola comes from the Zuni word for their tribal lands, which the Spanish later translated as "buffalo". The forest is home black bears, cougars, elk, and pronghorn. Cibola National Forest offers many recreational opportunities including hiking, camping, fishing, hunting, and skiing. It also has cultural and historical significance, as it contains ancient Native American sites and historic trails.
The National Forest has four ranger districts: Sandia, Mountainair, Magdalena, and Mount Taylor. In addition, the Cibola has four wilderness areas: Sandia Mountain, Manzano Mountain, Withington, and Apache Kid.
Restrooms on site
Roadside viewing
Wheelchair accessible trail
Entrance fee
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Last updated January 24, 2024