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Welcome
 The
Forest
The Carson National Forest is one of five National Forests in
New Mexico. The National Forests are America's Great outdoors,
here to serve the American people at work and play!
Some of the finest mountain scenery in the Southwest is found
in the 1.5 million acres covered by the Carson National Forest.
Elevations rise from 6,000 feet to 13,161 feet at Wheeler Peak,
the highest in New Mexico. Our objective is to maintain that natural
beauty. 
Recreation Opportunities
The Carson National Forest offers unlimited recreational opportunities
in any season. The magnificent mountain scenery and cool summer
temperatures lure vacationers to enjoy the peace and quiet, for
fishing, hunting, camping, and hiking. Winter activities include
skiing, snowshoeing and snowmobiling.
Some recreation areas have undergone
new and exciting renovations to make the National Forest lands
accessible to all. Plans are being implemented to make additional
recreation areas accessible. For the most current information
on these and other areas, please check with your local Forest
Service office.
Special Events
Eagle Rock Lake, June 5, 9:00 am - 12:30 pm
Santa Cruz Lake, June 12, 9:00 am - 12:30 pm
Canjilon Lakes, July 10, 8:00 am - 11:30 am
National OHV Policy
Draft Policy on OHV Use
A national proposal has been released for managing motorized off-highway
vehicle (OHV) use in national forests and grasslands, which will
enhance recreational opportunities for the public and better protect
the environment by requiring units to establish a designated system
of roads, trails and areas. The agency is accepting comments for
60 days after the proposal is published in the Federal Register.
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