Carson National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hikingLive availability via Recreation.gov· synced every 30 min
Chama, NM, NM★ 4.2 (52 reviews)From $24/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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.For facility specific information, please call (928) 537-8888.The campground has 31 camping sites. There is also a group day-use shelter and group overnight campsite, both available by reservation.
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Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseCheck-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV45 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ADA sites1 sites
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people
Amenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedEssentials
Fire RingsFishing
Recreation
Picnic Tables
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 need water hookups — no hookups available at most sites✕ You need full RV hookups — only suitable for self-contained RVs✕ You're visiting outside May-October — seasonal operations only
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a popular federal campground
Some sites are first-come-first-serve while others require reservation
Site 15 noted by campers as particularly nice with a clean pit toilet nearby
Best: May-October
Campground operates seasonally May through October only
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: Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel, Osprey, Northern Shoveler, Common Merganser, Western Wood-Pewee, Western Terrestrial Garter Snake, and Wandering Garter Snake documented in the area.
Location
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
435-245-6521· Carson National Forest
Getting there →
From Taos, New Mexico, take U.S. 64 about 40 miles west. The campground is on the south side of the road.
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 — Carson National Forest fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Carson National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
Frequently asked questions
RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakableHow much does Hopewell Lake Campground cost per night?+
Hopewell Lake Campground costs $24–$125 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Hopewell Lake Campground open?+
Hopewell Lake Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Hopewell Lake Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Hopewell Lake Campground?+
Hopewell Lake Campground can accommodate RVs up to 45 feet.
How do I make reservations at Hopewell Lake Campground?+
Hopewell Lake Campground 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 Hopewell Lake Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Hopewell Lake Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Hopewell Lake Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Hopewell Lake Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Official resources
●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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$24 /night★ 4.2 (52)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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