Black Horse Camp campground
Black Horse Camp
Reservations are accepted at Black Horse Camp, making it convenient for campers to secure their spot ahead of time. This ensures that visitors can plan their camping trip with ease and avoid any disappointment due to limited availability. It is advisable to make reservations, especially during peak seasons, to guarantee a spot at this popular camping area.
The best time of year to visit Black Horse Camp is during the spring and fall seasons when the weather is more moderate. Summers can be hot, and winters can bring occasional snowfall, so it is important to plan accordingly and dress appropriately for the weather. The campground also offers beautiful scenic views of the surrounding area, including nearby mountains and valleys, providing visitors with a tranquil and serene atmosphere.
While enjoying the natural beauty of Black Horse Camp, campers should be aware of potential wildlife encounters, such as bears and snakes. It is essential to take necessary precautions like storing food properly and being cautious while hiking in order to ensure personal safety. Overall, Black Horse Camp offers a delightful camping experience with its amenities, scenic views, and opportunities for outdoor activities.
What's on-site at Black Horse Camp
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Black Horse Camp, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ute Meadows Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Miranda Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Baldy Town Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Ewells Park Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| French Henry Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Black Horse Camp -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Cimarron River Below Eagle Nest Dam | 19 cfs | → |
| Cimarron River Near Cimarron | 12 cfs | → |
| Ponil Creek Near Cimarron | 0 cfs | → |
| Costilla Creek Below Costilla Dam | 2 cfs | → |
| Santistevan Creek Near Costilla | 1 cfs | → |
| Casias Creek Near Costilla | 3 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Black Horse Camp -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eagle Nest | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Tolby | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Tolby | 0.0 in | -1.0 in | → |
| Red River Pass #2 | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Red River Pass #2 | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Shuree Snotel | 158.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Cimarron Canyon State Park
- Eagle Nest Lake State Park
- Vietnam Veterans' Memorial State Park
- Wilderness Wheeler Peak
- Ski Area
- Wilderness Latir Peak
Fishing spots
- Shuree Lakes Fishing
- Red River Fishing
- Columbine Creek Fishing
- Rio Fernando Fishing
- Rio Grande Fishing
- Rio Chiquito Fishing
Points of interest
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Black Horse Camp as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Black Horse Camp
Can I make reservations at Black Horse Camp?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Black Horse Camp?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Black Horse Camp.