Coyote Creek State Park RV & Campground Guide
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Located in New Mexico's Sangre de Cristo Mountains near the charming towns of Guadalupita and Mora, Coyote Creek State Park was once home to a working ranch, the remains of which can still be seen in the park today. The park is known for its dense population of trout, its excellent wildlife viewing and its beautiful views. Visitors flock to this state park year-round to enjoy fly-fishing and camping, and there's even a playground for the kids to enjoy. While the park first opened in 1960, it was greatly expanded with the addition of 382 acres in 2004 thanks to the valiant efforts of The Trust for Public Land.
Spring 31-59 F
Summer 48-76 F
Fall 42-72 F
Winter 25-54 F
RV Resorts & Campsites in Coyote Creek State Park
The park's campground has several different loops with a variety of sites to choose from. Some sites have water and electric hookups while others offer primitive camping only. Two spots are ADA-accessible. Amenities at the campground include restrooms with flush toilets, showers and additional vault toilets. A group picnic shelter, a dump station and a group camping site are also available. The campground is open year-round, and the individual campsites should be able to accommodate RVs up to 35 feet in length.
What to Do at
Coyote Creek State Park
While at the 462-acre park, take time to view the old ranch buildings. If you're a fishing enthusiast, bait your line for trout. Or enjoy a leisurely walk in nature while enjoying the views of the surrounding Sangre de Cristo mountain range.
Fishing
Try your luck at catching rainbow, brook and brown trout. In fact, you'll find more trout in the creek at Coyote Creek State Park than in any other place in New Mexico. If you're very lucky, you might even catch a colorful pink Rio Grande cutthroat trout.
Geocaching
Many people enjoy geocaching at Coyote Creek State Park, and as part of the New Mexico State Parks 75th Anniversary, the association of New Mexico Geocachers placed a cache at each park in New Mexico, including Coyote Creek. Because this activity is so popular, there are usually several hidden caches in the park that you can hunt for.
Nature Watching
Watch the trees change colors in the fall, and admire the colorful wildflowers, including sunflowers, geraniums, irises and primroses, that bloom each spring. Nature watchers will want to hike along the trail to catch a glimpse of the beavers attending to their dams along Coyote Creek.
Stargazing
The park's dark skies make it an excellent place to view the beauty of the heavens above, particularly in the winter on a clear night.
Flora and Fauna
long with plenty of trout, the park is home to a healthy population of beavers, and you can see these fascinating creatures tending to their dams at a couple of different places in the park. Coyote Creek attracts a myriad of different bird species. Download a full list from the park's website before your visit, and keep an eye out for starlings, pelicans, herons, warblers, flycatchers, swallows, larks and more. Towering Douglas fir, white fir, blue spruce, quaking aspen and pine trees dominate the landscape. The park is also home to a handful of stunning bristlecone pine trees as well.
Hiking
Lookout Trail, officially known as Eusebio Romero Trail, is less than two miles long, but it has a few fun spots that everyone will enjoy. Along this trail, you'll cross over a suspension bridge, pass by some beaver ponds, and get an excellent view of the surrounding mountains and Coyote Creek.
Swimming
You can take a dip in the creek at several different access points, including near the campground loops and along the trail.
How to Get to
Coyote Creek State Park
Take either State Highway 94 or 518 to reach the town of Mora in New Mexico. From there, you'll head northeast on State Highway 434. Head past the town of Guadalupita, and after a total of about 17 miles, the entrance to the park will be on your right.
Entering Coyote Creek State Park
The road leading to the park is wide and easily navigated by even the largest RVs, though it can be dark at night. Pedestrians and bicyclists can enter the park for free. There are two big parking lots to the left when you enter the park; one is by the camp host and the second is by the River Group Shelter. Restrooms are available near both parking lots. There are three ADA-accessible campsites and one accessible shelter in the park.
Coyote Creek State Park Entry Fee : $5.0
Frequently Asked Questions About Coyote Creek State Park
With colorful foliage in the fall, lovely spring wildflower blooms, and wintertime activities such as snowshoeing and cross-country skiing, this park is an excellent place to visit any time of year. Even in the summer, the temperatures stay pleasant and rarely peak above 90 degrees since the park sits at such a high elevation.
RVs are welcome at any of the sites at the campground, though not all the spots have hookups.
No. While reservations are available, they are not required. The park keeps some sites available on a first-come, first-served basis. Overnight camping fees start at $10 per night.
Yes, pets are welcome in most places at Coyote Creek State Park, including overnight at the campground.