Bluewater, New Mexico · Cibola County · Facility
This campground is located southwest of Mt. Sedgwick, the highest peak in the Zuni Mountains. It is situated in ponderosa pine, douglas fir, and aspen trees, with a scenic meadow adjacent to the campground. Be advised of road conditions due to elevation and precipitation.
Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.
Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.
This campground is located southwest of Mt. Sedgwick, the highest peak in the Zuni Mountains. It is situated in ponderosa pine, douglas fir, and aspen trees, with a scenic meadow adjacent to the campground. Be advised of road conditions due to elevation and precipitation.
Take Exit 53 at Thoreau and drive south on NM State Highway 612 past Bluewater Lake. The road becomes FR178 at the Forest boundary. Continue south on FR178 for 8 miles to the junction with FR480. Turn east (left) and drive two miles further to the campground entrance on the right.
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Heading to Ojo Redondo Campground? A few things to know before you go:
Photo: Sergei AkulichNew Mexico's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: David MarcuSteep is hard. These are the ten New Mexico trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Sergei AkulichTen gentle, well-marked New Mexico trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Tobias MrzykNew Mexico's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Diego LozanoFederal parks and recreation areas in New Mexico ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Sergei AkulichNew Mexico's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.