Fourth of July Campground

Total Miles
2.9

Technical Rating

3

Easy

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall

Trail Type

Full-Width Road

Accessible By

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Fourth of July Campground
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Trail Overview

This route leads to the premier area to see the Big Tooth Maple in the Manzano Mountains. It is the largest stand of maples in New Mexico. The road is easy but narrow in spots. Camping is available from April through November for tents and tent trailers. There is also a parking area for some short hiking trails.

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Fourth of July Campground
Fourth of July Campground

Difficulty

There are some mud holes and the road is narrow.

Technical Rating

3

Status Reports

Joe W
Jan 26, 2025
4x4
Open
Muddy/Wet
Snow/Ice
Light snow, a little muddy, definitely beautiful scenery.
Dawson Hitchens
Sep 18, 2024
2024 Mazda CX-50
Open
Normal
Dusty

Access Description

Turn west off State Highway 55 from the village of Tajique. It is an unmarked road just south of the church.

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