?? CURRENTLY CLOSED: This dispersed camping area is closed as of March 2025 according to official Forest Service records. The closure followed the 2022 Hermits Peak/Calf Canyon Fire. Contact the Pecos/Las Vegas Ranger District at (505) 425-3534 for current status and potential reopening information. Johnson Mesa is a dispersed camping area located east of Las Vegas on NM 65 and FR 153, featuring 17 campsites with vault toilets, tables, and grills. No potable water is available at this remote site. When open, the area offers horseback riding, picnicking, and access to nearby hiking opportunities including the Pecos Wilderness. The campground is situated at approximately 9,500 feet elevation. Check with the Santa Fe National Forest before planning a visit.
Open Apr through Nov
Official USFS page for Johnson Mesa Campground with current status information
CampgroundTour strives to provide accurate campground information but cannot guarantee its completeness or accuracy. Information is subject to change — please confirm details with the agency managing this facility before booking or making travel decisions. See our Terms of Use.
?? CURRENTLY CLOSED: This dispersed camping area is closed as of March 2025 according to official Forest Service records. The closure followed the 2022 Hermits Peak/Calf Canyon Fire. Contact the Pecos/Las Vegas Ranger District at (505) 425-3534 for current status and potential reopening information. Johnson Mesa is a dispersed camping area located east of Las Vegas on NM 65 and FR 153, featuring 17 campsites with vault toilets, tables, and grills. No potable water is available at this remote site. When open, the area offers horseback riding, picnicking, and access to nearby hiking opportunities including the Pecos Wilderness. The campground is situated at approximately 9,500 feet elevation. Check with the Santa Fe National Forest before planning a visit.
Open Apr through Nov
Official USFS page for Johnson Mesa Campground with current status information
CampgroundTour strives to provide accurate campground information but cannot guarantee its completeness or accuracy. Information is subject to change — please confirm details with the agency managing this facility before booking or making travel decisions. See our Terms of Use.