Cibola National Forest and Grasslands — hikingLive availability via Recreation.gov· synced every 30 min
GRANTS, NM, NM★ 4.6 (14 reviews)From $10/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
Coal Mine Campground is situated in the upper portion of the Cibola National Forest in west-central New Mexico. Visitors can enjoy hiking the Lobo Canyon Trail, as well as picnicking and scenic driving. This campground is located near the Continental Divide Trail as well as Mt.
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Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseCheck-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonYear-round
Stay limit14 days
Max RV45 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
Max/site6 people
Amenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedEssentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesElectric Hookups
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets
Straight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You require electric hookups — no hookups available at most sites✕ You need self-contained water and waste systems — only drinking water and vault toilets provided
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a popular federal campground
RVs up to 24ft confirmed to fit at sites per camper reviews
All sites have fire pits and picnic tables
Best: Year-round
Campground operates year-round according to verified data
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetT-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%
FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.
Wildlife nearby
iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 kmAlert: Elk, mule deer, black-throated gray warblers, pygmy nuthatches, and horned lizards present in the area
Location
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
505-287-8833· Cibola National Forest and Grasslands
Getting there →
From Grants, take New Mexico State Highway 547 for 10 miles to the campground.
Campground entrance
Google Maps APICommunity
#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)Pro tips
- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Cibola National Forest and Grasslands fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Cibola National Forest and Grasslands before arrival — seasonal closures common.
Frequently asked questions
RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakableHow much does Coal Mine cost per night?+
Coal Mine costs $10 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Coal Mine open?+
Coal Mine is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Coal Mine have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Coal Mine?+
Coal Mine can accommodate RVs up to 45 feet.
How do I make reservations at Coal Mine?+
Coal Mine is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Coal Mine?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Coal Mine is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Coal Mine open, and what are check-in times?+
Coal Mine is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
airquality.googleapis.com
iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas
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$10 /night★ 4.6 (14)
SeasonYear-round
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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