La Junta Canyon

Facilities & details

Amenities and on-site features reported for La Junta Canyon.

Know before you go

Practical things to prepare for a trip to La Junta Canyon.

• This is a backcountry site — you'll need to carry in your gear and water.

Location

Where La Junta Canyon sits on the map and how to get there.

Nearby cities & towns

Towns and cities closest to La Junta Canyon — browse campsites near each.

• Santa Fe, US · 64 km

What’s nearby

Shops, drinking water, fuel and attractions within reach of the site.

🏞️ Attractions

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Angostura TrailheadTrails & trailheads5.2 km · ~15 min driveDirections ↗

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La Cueva Peak (3,251 m)Summits & peaks7.8 km · ~47 min driveDirections ↗

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The Knob (3,238 m)Summits & peaks

mountain in New Mexico, United States of America

8.5 km · ~33 min driveDirections ↗

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Cerro del Oso (3,431 m)Summits & peaks16.9 km · ~74 min driveDirections ↗

Alamitos TrailheadTrails & trailheads17.1 km · ~56 min driveDirections ↗

Pecos WildernessParks & play

US Wilderness Area

188.8 km · ~200 min driveDirections ↗

Weather

Current conditions and the forecast to help you plan your trip.

Best time to visit

Typical monthly temperature and rainfall at La Junta Canyon.

Reviews

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