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Site East Group — Little Walnut (Group Picnic Sites)

Little Walnut (Group Picnic Sites) · New Mexico · Loop Little Walnut East

Campsite East Group at Little Walnut (Group Picnic Sites) in New Mexico. GROUP PICNIC AREA site. No utility hookups. Maximum 75 people per site. Reservable in advance on Recreation.gov.

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32.84707, -108.27734
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5-Day Forecast

Weather at Little Walnut (Group Picnic Sites)

Live forecast for the campground. Use it to pack and plan.

Avg High64°F
Avg Low49°F
Peak Rain Chance6%
Humidity71%
UV (avg)6
Air Quality38 · Good
Today
☁️
Overcast
56°/48°
💧 6%🌬 16mph
↑ 7:06 AM ↓ 6:58 PM
Thu
☁️
Overcast
65°/48°
💧 2%🌬 22mph
↑ 7:07 AM ↓ 6:57 PM
Fri
☁️
Overcast
64°/46°
💧 1%🌬 19mph
↑ 7:08 AM ↓ 6:56 PM
Sat
⛅
Partly Cloudy
67°/50°
🌬 13mph
↑ 7:08 AM ↓ 6:54 PM
Sun
⛅
Partly Cloudy
69°/52°
💧 1%🌬 18mph
↑ 7:09 AM ↓ 6:53 PM

Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.

👔 What to Wear

  • 👕
    Long-sleeve shirt
    Synthetic or merino, sun-protective.
  • 🧥
    Light shell or windbreaker
    Even on warm days, wind can chill (avg wind 16 mph).
  • 👖
    Hiking pants or convertible
    Layer for variable conditions.
  • 🥾
    Trail runners or low boots
    Comfortable, broken in.

🎒 What to Pack

  • 💧
    Water
    Bring at least 1L of water; more in heat.
  • 🍫
    High-energy snacks
    A snack for the trail.
  • 🧴
    Sun protection (UV 6)
    SPF 50+ sunscreen, lip balm w/ SPF, sunglasses, sun hat.
  • 🩹
    First-aid kit
    Blister patches, ibuprofen, tape, antiseptic wipes.
  • 🗺
    Offline map
    Download your route in advance via Gaia, Caltopo, or OSM-based apps.

Recommendations adapt to the current forecast + trail stats. Use them as a starting point — local conditions, your experience, and the time of day you start all matter.

Equipment & Vehicle Limits

Important sizing constraints for your RV, trailer, or tent setup.

Max Num of Vehicles
15

Capacity & Rules

Max Num of People
75
Min Num of People
1

How Site East Group Compares

  • One of 2 sites at Little Walnut (Group Picnic Sites) — 1 of them in the Little Walnut East loop.

Photos from Little Walnut (Group Picnic Sites)

Recreation.gov photos of the campground. Specific site appearance may differ — these show the surrounding area and amenities.

LITTLE WALNUT Picnic Area
LITTLE WALNUT Picnic Area — Silver City Ranger District
LITTLE WALNUT East Group Site
LITTLE WALNUT East Group Site — Conservation Legacy
LITTLE WALNUT Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) Historical Marker
LITTLE WALNUT Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) Historical Marker — Conservation Legacy
Path from west group site to east group site.
Path from west group site to east group site. — Conservation Legacy
Group west sign
Group west sign — Conservation Legacy
LITTLE WALNUT Picnic Area Entrance Sign
LITTLE WALNUT Picnic Area Entrance Sign — Conservation Legacy
LITTLE WALNUT Entrance Road
LITTLE WALNUT Entrance Road — Conservation Legacy
Picnic area. West.
Picnic area. West. — Conservation Legacy

Booking Tips for Site East Group

  • Reservation window: Recreation.gov releases bookings up to 6 months ahead — popular sites go in minutes
  • Best time to book: 8am local time on the day the window opens
  • Cancellation: Recreation.gov refund policies apply — check before booking
  • Quiet hours: typically 10pm–6am in federal campgrounds
  • Check-in/out: 08:00 AM / 07:00 PM
  • Leave No Trace: pack out all trash, including food scraps

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I reserve campsite East Group?

Yes — this site is reservable via Recreation.gov. Reservations open up to 6 months in advance and popular sites go fast.

How many people can stay at site East Group?

Maximum occupancy is 75 people and 15 vehicles.

What hookups does site East Group have?

This is a dry site — no electric, water, or sewer hookups.

What are the check-in / check-out times?

Check-in: 08:00 AM. Check-out: 07:00 PM.