Recreation area

Sacramento Lookout

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

Open recreation area — no reservation needed

About this campground

Sacramento Lookout, a CL-100 series built in 1968 for the US Forest Service, is located on the Sacramento Ranger District.  Sacramento is  a 14’ X 14’ live in cab sitting on a 62 foot high steel tower.  The Sacramento Lookout on a clear day, affords a grand view all the way into Mexico.  Sacramento Lookout will become eligible for the National Register in 2018.

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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.