Stockade Ridge Camp campground
Stockade Ridge Camp
Reservations are accepted at Stockade Ridge Camp, allowing campers to secure their preferred campsite in advance. This is particularly recommended during peak seasons, as the campgrounds tend to fill up quickly. It is advisable to check availability and make reservations well in advance to avoid disappointment.
The best time to visit Stockade Ridge Camp is during the spring and fall months when the weather is mild and comfortable. Summers can be hot, and winters can be cold and snowy, making these seasons less ideal for camping. The camping area offers a serene environment where visitors can engage in various outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and wildlife viewing. However, it is important to be cautious of rattlesnakes and other wildlife that may be present in the area, and to follow proper safety guidelines.
Overall, Stockade Ridge Camp in New Mexico is a fantastic camping destination, providing convenient amenities, accepting reservations, and offering a serene natural setting.
What's on-site at Stockade Ridge 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 Stockade Ridge Camp, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stockade Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Tooth Ridge Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Rocky Mountain Scout Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Lovers Leap Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| North Fork Urraca Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Stockade Ridge Camp -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Rayado Creek Near Cimarron | 2 cfs | → |
| Cimarron River Near Cimarron | 12 cfs | → |
| Ponil Creek Near Cimarron | 0 cfs | → |
| Cimarron River Below Eagle Nest Dam | 19 cfs | → |
| Vermejo River Near Dawson | 2 cfs | → |
| Rio Pueblo De Taos Near Taos | 8 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Stockade Ridge Camp -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tolby | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Tolby | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Eagle Nest | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Palo Snotel | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Palo | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Red River Pass #2 | 0.0 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
- Ski Area
- Vietnam Veterans' Memorial State Park
- Coyote Creek State Park
- Maxwell National Wildlife Refuge
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 Stockade Ridge Camp as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Stockade Ridge Camp
Can I make reservations at Stockade Ridge 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 Stockade Ridge 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 Stockade Ridge Camp.