Nine Mile Picnic Site
Cibola National Forest and Grasslands
Nine Mile Picnic Site in New Mexico takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. Popular campgrounds like this often book out months ahead, but sites reopen whenever a camper cancels. Set a free CampSage cancellation alert and we'll email you the moment one frees up.
Situated along the Sandia Crest Scenic Byway 536, at a cool 9,200 ft of elevation, is the large and often shaded Nine Mile Picnic Ground. Newly renovated to address maintenance needs, the picnic area now offers a combination of single, double, and group picnic sites, vault toilets, hardened walkways, grills, serving tables, information boards, and access to near by trails. Surrounded by aspen, spruce, and fir trees,
⚡ EV charging nearby
Nearest DC fast charging: 9.7 mi away (straight line).
Distances are straight-line, not driving — the road can be much longer where a river, a lake or a canyon sits in between. From OpenStreetMap — community-mapped, so plug types can lag reality. Verify on your charging network’s app before counting on a charger.
🔭 Planning further ahead?
We watch the next 60 days closely — that's where cancellations show up. recreation.gov takes bookings out to about February 2027, so there may be 2+ night stays past our window.
💡 Insider tips from campers
❓ Nine Mile Picnic Site FAQ
How do I reserve a campsite at Nine Mile Picnic Site?
Nine Mile Picnic Site in New Mexico takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. On this page, use the “Book / check availability” button to open the live booking page, see which dates are free, and reserve your site.
How can I get a spot at Nine Mile Picnic Site when it's fully booked?
Popular campgrounds like Nine Mile Picnic Site often fill months ahead, but campers cancel every day and those sites reopen for booking. Add your email to the alert on this page and CampSage will start watching Nine Mile Picnic Site and email you free the moment a cancellation opens up.
Where is Nine Mile Picnic Site located?
Nine Mile Picnic Site is located in Cibola National Forest and Grasslands, New Mexico. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.
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