Hopewell Lake Campground, near Tierra Amarilla, New Mexico, is a fantastic spot for families and friends looking to enjoy the great outdoors. With its stunning views and cool temperatures, even in the summer, it’s a popular choice for those wanting to escape the heat.

This campground offers a mix of tent and RV sites, with plenty of space between them, ensuring a bit of privacy while you soak in the beautiful scenery. Visitors rave about the fishing opportunities at the lake, with many having success catching trout. As one camper put it, “The trout fishing is fun and always a success at the lake.” 

For those who enjoy hiking and biking, there are trails nearby that lead you through the picturesque landscape. Just remember to pack some water, as availability can be hit or miss. Campfires are allowed, making it a perfect place to gather around in the evenings and share stories under the stars. 

Whether you’re planning a day trip or an extended stay, Hopewell Lake Campground is a great choice for anyone looking to connect with nature and enjoy some quality time outdoors.

## Overview

 Hopewell Lake Campground sits next to its scenic namesake lake between Tres Piedras and Tierra Amarilla in northern New Mexico. Visitors enjoy horseback riding, hiking, fishing and canoeing.
## Recreation

 The 14-acre lake is perfect for canoeing and is regularly stocked with rainbow and brook trout. The Continental Divide National Scenic Trail goes through the campgound, and is popular with horseback riders and hikers. 
## Natural Features

 Hopewell Lake is a small, man-made lake, set high in the Carson National Forest at an elevation of 9,500 feet. A forest of conifer and aspen trees covers the area and offers partial shade in the campground. 
## Contact Info

 For facility specific information, please call (928) 537-8888.

Hopewell Lake Campground

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My wife and I have stayed at Hopewell Lake twice now. The first time we stayed here, we stumbled upon this little gem of a site while driving from Durango, CO to Taos, NM. It was enchanting enough that we made sure to make it back for an opportunity to take in the scenery and relax during a long weekend. The only issue we ran into was an abundance of mosquitos, but this should be expected during the late Spring/early Summer in northern New Mexico and can be easily addressed with a citronella candle and a bit of bug spray. Our most recent stay was on one of those rare nights where you can pull off the rain fly and not worry about a midnight downpour, which left us with a wonderful view of the stars, and the sites are private enough that, as long as you don't set up next to the table, it's comfortable with an open tent and away from prying eyes.

The campground is nice, very well maintained, and the site host is friendly and helpful. The grounds are a 

Wonderful Campground in the scenic Tusas Mountains

Being the rv, tents, 4wheelers, bikes and canopies. Lake is very nice to fish in, not much shade. Plenty of back country to explore. If the campground is full there are some amazing back country camping that can be found.

Plenty to see and do

It’s a great place to camp. The scenery beautiful. Great place to hike, bike and ride atv’s. Bring water cause sometimes their isn’t any. Fishing is great but usually is a little windy only at lake. 

Sweet camping spot

Very small campground but sites are not right on top of each other. Being that you are at 9500 ft voice's do carry so that is one drawback. I will continue to come here as it is so very pretty!!

Pretty nice little campground. 

Very secluded! Even when full I imagine the spots are far enough apart. If the spots are full keep going down the road! Plenty of dispersed camping! We’ll be back! Beautiful scenery!

Lots of space!


Very nice campground. Camp host, Dawn, was very pleasant. No luck fishing but several people around us were catching very nice sized trout. 

Vault toilets were well stocked and clean. Trails near b for hiking and biking 

Extra dispersed campsites up dirt road from campground entrance 

Campfires 🔥 allowed

Tent and RV sites are large and spread out. Some sites have livestock pens, but I’m not sure on the campground policies. Hopewell Lake has tables for day picnics and is a popular fishing location. Be prepared for summer monsoon rains.

Day or Overnight Trip

This is our favorite spot for our annual big family camping trip. It is gorgeous! The views are spectacular. It's nice and cool even in summer. The trout fishing is fun and always a success at the lake. We've only stayed at the developed camp ground once, and it was nice especially with the toilets. We prefer to stay in one of the dispersed areas now, though, because we have such a large group.

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