CampsiteSTANDARD NONELECTRIC

Site 8 — Juniper Campground (NM)

Juniper Campground (NM) · New Mexico · Loop Abert's Squirrel

Campsite 8 at Juniper Campground (NM) in New Mexico. STANDARD NONELECTRIC site. No utility hookups. Maximum 10 people per site. First-come, first-served — no reservation needed.

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35.79709, -106.27911
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Equipment & Vehicle Limits

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

Max Vehicle Length
20
Max Num of Vehicles
2
Driveway Surface
Paved
Driveway Entry
Back-in

Capacity & Rules

Max Num of People
10
Min Num of People
1
Capacity/Size Rating
Single
Pets Allowed
Yes

Site Features

Shade
Yes
Campfire Allowed
Yes

How Site 8 Compares

  • One of 56 sites at Juniper Campground (NM) — 15 of them in the Abert's Squirrel loop.
  • Fits vehicles up to 20 ft — shorter than 55% of sites here.
Other sites in the Abert's Squirrel loop
Site 12STANDARD NONELECTRIC · First-come, first-servedSite 9STANDARD NONELECTRIC · First-come, first-servedSite 17STANDARD NONELECTRIC · First-come, first-servedSite 15STANDARD NONELECTRIC · First-come, first-servedSite 13STANDARD NONELECTRIC · First-come, first-servedSite 2STANDARD NONELECTRIC · First-come, first-served

Photos from Juniper Campground (NM)

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

A canyon with trees changing color and mountains in the distance.
A canyon with trees changing color and mountains in the distance. — Sally King
Looking down on an archaeological site from a trail overlook
Looking down on an archaeological site from a trail overlook — NPS Photo
Wooden ladder leading up to a cave
Wooden ladder leading up to a cave — Sally King
Amphitheater with brown benches and a tan building surrounded by pine trees
Amphitheater with brown benches and a tan building surrounded by pine trees — NPS Photo
Black bear walks on a downed log
Black bear walks on a downed log — Sally King
Rustic building with a sign that reads Visitor Center
Rustic building with a sign that reads Visitor Center — Sally King
A flowing waterfall
A flowing waterfall — Sally King
Coiled rattlesnake resting head on rattle
Coiled rattlesnake resting head on rattle — Sally King

Permitted Equipment

TentRVTrailerPICKUP CAMPERPOP UPVEHICLEFIFTH WHEELSMALL TENTCARAVAN/CAMPER VANCAR

Booking Tips for Site 8

  • First-come first-served: arrive early, especially Friday afternoons in peak season
  • Have a backup: sites can fill up — know your second choice nearby
  • Quiet hours: typically 10pm–6am in federal campgrounds
  • Check-in/out: 1:00 PM / 11:30 AM
  • Pets: allowed (keep on a 6ft leash, never leave unattended)
  • Leave No Trace: pack out all trash, including food scraps

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I reserve campsite 8?

No — this site is first-come, first-served. Arrive early during peak season.

How many people can stay at site 8?

Maximum occupancy is 10 people and 2 vehicles.

What size RV fits at site 8?

Max vehicle length is 20 ft.

What hookups does site 8 have?

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

Are pets allowed at site 8?

Yes — pets are allowed. Keep on a 6 ft leash and follow campground rules; some areas require additional restrictions.

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

Check-in: 1:00 PM. Check-out: 11:30 AM.

Can I have a campfire at site 8?

Campfires are allowed when no fire restrictions are in effect. Check current conditions before arrival.