Sugarite Canyon State Park
Overview
Sugarite Canyon State Park is a state park campground in Raton, New Mexico. The verified details point to a place with camping and a preserved historic setting, reflecting its past as a mining community.
Review excerpts describe a park that is well maintained and staffed by helpful rangers. Visitors mentioned hiking options, including Coal Camp, where remnants are clearly labeled so the history of the area is easier to understand while exploring. One review also notes tent camping at Little Horse Mesa. Another mentions fishing at two different lakes, though no additional facility details are verified here.
The park has also been described as a place where visitors have seen deer, and one review noted that a bear blocked access to Mine #3 on that day. Sugarite Canyon State Park suits campers who want a state park setting with a historic backdrop and outdoor recreation mentioned by past visitors.
Location
NM-526Raton, New Mexico 87740
Nearby Campgrounds
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- Purgatoire — Weston, Colorado 45.7 miles away
- Blue Lake — La Veta, Colorado 49.1 miles away
- Bear Lake — La Veta, Colorado 49.8 miles away
- Cimarron Canyon State Park — Eagle Nest, New Mexico 49.9 miles away
Frequently Asked Questions About Sugarite Canyon State Park
Does Sugarite Canyon State Park allow pets?
No, Sugarite Canyon State Park does not allow pets.