Las Huertas Picnic Site
Cibola National Forest and Grasslands — fishing, hiking
Location: TIJERAS, NM, NM
Price: From $65 per night
Rating: 2 out of 5 (1 reviews)
Season: Year-round
Las Huertas was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps. It is located at the northeast end of the Sandia Ranger District. It is, understandably, a favorite place for many.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): moderate signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 0%.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Firewood for Sale
Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/las-huertas-picnic-site to be notified when sites open up.
Las Huertas is a historic Civilian Conservation Corps-built site with year-round Las Huertas Creek flowing through it, offering scenic pathways, foot bridges, and dispersed picnic tables in a wooded setting. Campers praise it as an ideal family destination with beautiful walks and a cool escape from Albuquerque heat.
Wildlife alert: Abert's Squirrel, Ringtail, Greater Roadrunner, Western Tanager, Brown-capped Rosy-Finch, and Greater Short-horned Lizard documented in the area
Insider tips for Las Huertas Picnic Site: Book early — this is a popular federal campground A good truck is recommended due to rough unpaved roads Visit to escape Albuquerque heat; creek water stays cold year-round
Skip Las Huertas Picnic Site if: You need RV hookups — no hookups at most sites. You have low-clearance vehicles — rough unpaved roads required.
Best time to visit Las Huertas Picnic Site: Year-round — Site operates year-round with ice-cold creek water available; note seasonal operations mentioned in known issues.
Nearby campgrounds: Capulin Spring Picnic Site (TIJERAS, NM), Balsam Glade Picnic Site (TIJERAS, NM), Nine Mile Picnic Site (TIJERAS, NM), Doc Long Picnic Sites - A And B (TIJERAS, NM).
Cell Phone Coverage at Las Huertas Picnic Site
Cell signal at Las Huertas Picnic Site (TIJERAS, NM): moderate overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: Verizon.
- Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
- AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage
Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.
Las Huertas was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps. It is located at the northeast end of the Sandia Ranger District. It is, understandably, a favorite place for many.
Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseAmenities
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a popular federal campground
A good truck is recommended due to rough unpaved roads
Visit to escape Albuquerque heat; creek water stays cold year-round
Site operates year-round with ice-cold creek water available; note seasonal operations mentioned in known issues
Things to do nearby
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FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: Verizon.
Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
From Albuquerque, drive north on I-25 to Exit 242 Bernalillo/St Hwy 165, stay to your right as you exit the ramp. Proceed east on State Road 165 and go through Placitas. The road will curve to the south and lead you into the Sandia Mountain range. Las Huertas Picnic Site will be on your right. Remember to display your amenity/parking pass in the window of your vehicle.
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- 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.
- Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.
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