Cedar Creek Campground
Conveniently located just off Mechem Drive (Hwy 48), Cedar Creek Recreation Area in Lincoln National Forest offers three group campgrounds, a group pavilion, and access to scenic multi-use trails.
Conveniently located just off Mechem Drive (Hwy 48), Cedar Creek Recreation Area is part of Lincoln National Forest near Ruidoso.
A temporary Lincoln National Forest closure order currently affects designated lands, roads, and trails within the Cedar Creek Recreation Area during post-fire recovery, hazardous tree removal, forest restoration, and fuels reduction work. The closure is in effect through August 30, 2027, unless rescinded earlier.
The Cedar Creek Day Use Area remains open, although short-duration closures may occur during recovery operations. Because access and operating conditions can change, visitors planning to camp or recreate in the Cedar Creek area should verify current conditions with the Lincoln National Forest before visiting.
Directions: From Ruidoso on Mechem Drive, take Cedar Creek Road west .5 miles. Cedar Creek is the first recreational area located on the right (north).
Phone: 575-257-4095
Location summary
Great location for visitors. Convenient to town and scenic multi-use recreation trails.