Recreation area

Little Walnut Individual Picnic Area

Gila National Forest · New Mexico — managed by USDA Forest Service

Open recreation area — no reservation needed

About this campground

Please NOTE:  Water is not  available at the group or family picnic areas at Little Walnut. Little Walnut picnic grounds provide day use only for small or large groups and individuals/families. The area is generally open from 8:00 a.m. until sunset during spring, summer and fall; winter hours vary.   The Little Walnut Family Picnic Area is available without charge for small family groups.. Facilities include 15 individual picnic tables. Each table site is equipped with a pedestal grill. Toilets and trash cans are conveniently located within the area. Water is available within the picnic area most of the time.   As with all Little Walnut day use areas, no firewood is available. Plan to bring charcoal or wood for cooking as needed. Pets permitted on a lease only (remember to clean up after your pet). No horses allowed in the picnic grounds.   Please note: Families or groups with 10 or more people are strongly encouraged to reserve a group use area.

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Details from Recreation.gov's official RIDB catalog. Conditions change — confirm with the managing office before you go. Not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.