Canjilon Lakes

Canjilon Lakes is a campground. Reviews describe on-site conditions, visitor observations, and site features noted by recent guests.

Reviewers report that the campground has "all new amenities." Several reviews describe a recent fire that removed many of the larger trees around the campground and note subsequent new growth. Multiple accounts mention three lakes available for fishing and frequent family use of the lakes. Some reviewers reported sightings of roaming cows around campsites. Comments on facilities include reports that the vault toilet at the lake parking was described as filthy by one reviewer and that the single vault toilet serving the campground was in better condition by comparison; other reviewers described the campground bathrooms as "not the cleanest." Other site reports include that many birch trees were cut for firewood, downed trees are present in the area, and some sites have limited shade. Several reviewers described views from the campground, with one noting views toward the Jemez caldera and Pedernal to the south and the Sangre de Cristos to the east. Fishing reports were mixed: reviewers noted many bites but some did not have luck catching fish. Usage and atmosphere reports vary, with mentions of packed campgrounds and lots of people alongside mentions of quieter stays at specific sites such as a top-site identified as campsite 3, which was described as offering good sunset views. One reviewer summarized that kids "had a blast."

Overall reviewer observations focus on recent changes to the tree cover from a fire, the presence of multiple fishing lakes, reports of new amenities, variable bathroom cleanliness, occasional visits from cows, and a mix of crowded and quieter campsite experiences.