Cimarron Canyon State Park offers stunning views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains and the nearby Cimarron River. There are 33 campsites available on a first-come, first-served basis, and amenities include picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets. The park offers opportunities for hiking, fishing, and wildlife viewing. The best time to visit is in the summer months, when temperatures average in the high 70s to low 80s during the day and drop to the high 40s to low 50s at night.