Greenwood Canyon Camp campground
Greenwood Canyon Camp
Reservations are accepted at Greenwood Canyon Camp, ensuring that visitors can secure their spot in advance. This is particularly beneficial during peak seasons when the campground tends to get busy. It is advisable to make a reservation to guarantee a spot, especially if planning to visit during weekends or holidays.
The best time to visit Greenwood Canyon Camp is during the spring and fall seasons, when the weather is generally pleasant and mild. Summers can be hot, making it less favorable for camping. It is also worth noting that the campground can be prone to flash floods during heavy rain, so it is important to stay updated on weather conditions and be cautious during periods of rainfall.
In summary, Greenwood Canyon Camp in New Mexico offers a range of amenities, accepts reservations, and is best visited during the spring and fall. It is a beautiful camping area that provides a wonderful opportunity to immerse oneself in nature, but campers should be aware of potential weather hazards such as flash floods.
What's on-site at Greenwood Canyon 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 Greenwood Canyon Camp, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iris Park | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Upper Greenwood Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Copper Park Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Beatty Lakes | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Rich Cabins | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Greenwood Canyon Camp -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Cimarron River Below Eagle Nest Dam | 19 cfs | → |
| Costilla Creek Below Costilla Dam | 2 cfs | → |
| Santistevan Creek Near Costilla | 1 cfs | → |
| Costilla Creek Above Costilla Dam | 1 cfs | → |
| Casias Creek Near Costilla | 3 cfs | → |
| Ponil Creek Near Cimarron | 0 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Greenwood Canyon Camp -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Shuree Snotel | 158.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Shuree | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Red River Pass #2 | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Red River Pass #2 | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Eagle Nest | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Tolby | 1.0 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
- Wilderness Latir Peak
- Wilderness Wheeler Peak
- Vietnam Veterans' Memorial State Park
- San Isabel National Forest
Fishing spots
- Shuree Lakes Fishing
- Red River Fishing
- Columbine Creek Fishing
- Rio Grande Fishing
- Rio Fernando Fishing
- Sanchez Reservoir
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 Greenwood Canyon Camp as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Greenwood Canyon Camp
Can I make reservations at Greenwood Canyon 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 Greenwood Canyon 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 Greenwood Canyon Camp.