Fawn Lakes Campground
Fawn Lakes Campground is located in Carson National Forest, one of a few campgrounds located along the scenic canyons of Red River. Visitors enjoy fishing and exploring nearby hiking trails.
The campground contains 18 family overnight sites, of which three are tent-only sites. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Firewood is available for purchase from the host.
Need to Know
Standard Single Family sites: Recreation Use Fee allows ONE camping unit ONLY.
Extra Vehicles: Cannot be paid for in advance - upon arrival coordinate with the host for payment and where to park.
Opening and closing dates are weather permitting, please call 928-537-8888 for more information.
FIRST COME FIRST SERVE sites must be booked in person. DO NOT call to determine availability, as they are only available on-site.
Bears frequent the area: please obey all food storage rules and regulations. Check with your host for details.
- Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
Click here for more information about Carson National Forest.
Natural Features
The Red River runs adjacent to the campground. Two small fishing lakes are within a short walk from the campground. The surrounding mountains comprise a beautiful forest of ponderosa pine that blankets the campground and offers partial shade.
Nearby Attractions
The City of Red River is about 3 miles away, with groceries, gas, showers, laundry facilities and a café. An RV dump station is within 1 mile of the campground.
Recreation
Located between Questa and Red River, many activities such as hiking and fishing are available to visitors either at the campground or a short drive away. There is fishing access for Red River and to the nearby small lakes. Columbine Trailhead is within 4 miles and starts at Columbine Campground.
Contact Information
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: 435-245-6521
Rental Options
Learn more about gear rental options for your trip
Driving Directions
From Red River, drive approximately 3 miles west on NM-38.
Available Campsites
- Site 017, Loop FAWN LAKES CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 012, Loop TENT LOOP, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 018, Loop FAWN LAKES CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 006, Loop FAWN LAKES CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 009, Loop TENT LOOP, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 013, Loop FAWN LAKES CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 011, Loop TENT LOOP, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 005, Loop FAWN LAKES CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 004, Loop FAWN LAKES CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 007, Loop FAWN LAKES CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 001, Loop FAWN LAKES CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 016, Loop FAWN LAKES CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 008, Loop TENT LOOP, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 014, Loop FAWN LAKES CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 019, Loop FAWN LAKES CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 002, Loop FAWN LAKES CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 010, Loop TENT LOOP, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 003, Loop FAWN LAKES CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
