Fenton Lake State Park — Attraction in Los Alamos

Various dates of stay: 3-4 May 2018; 23-24 May 2019 (just before Memorial Day weekend); 17-19 Jun 2019; and 21-22 Jun 2019. Always have had an overall positive experience. I generally arrive without reservations. The 21 Jun 2019 trip (a Friday), the campground was full from the night before (I arrived at 7:45 am) and no spots opened throughout the day (that I was aware of); although I didn't check often. No big deal because there are Forest Roads within 2-5 miles from the park that provide ample space to camp (seek out mile marker 33 and mile marker 35 off of Highway 126, you will see Forest Road gates/entrances). As a matter of perspective, the front entrance of park is 1.6 miles from the furthest camping loop (Loop F). The park road certainly has its bumps and ruts, but without them people would be going way too fast. I received sporadic cell phone signal on southeast side of lake (Verizon). A friend had T-Mobile and never got any reception. The only downside (on all my trips) is that too many people leave trash at their fishing spots around the lake (bait containers, aluminum cans, jars, bags, etc). I'll never understand why people can't pick up...

I highly recommend this majestic and gorgeous location for camping. In my opinion, the NM State Parks are well maintained and better equipped then the federal campsites. The Park Rangers are very helpful and worked hard from dawn to dusk in upkeeping the facilities. The lake is beautiful. Fishing was not great this week. I understand that it is best to go in spring and fall for the fishing. The reserved camp sites are the best. Some are first come first serve. All of the camp ground sites are ample and have campfire rings and picnic tables. Ranger Manuel Sanchez and Staff are top notch. The security and environment was safe. Amanda's Country Store in La Cueva is the closest convenience store around. They are responible and friendly. THe also have of the camping equipment and needs. For beer or liquor runs, there is a so call package liquor store in Jemez Springs. It is a bar and the will sell you liquor. Don;t expect them to be competive with your local grocery or convenience store. You will pay extra. Outside the Jemez Pueblo before entering into Jemez Springs there is a liquor joint that is reasonable. The beauty of the drive was a great scenic route. Fenton...

Dirt roads no payment in the park. Fish don't bite, they like bugs. Only a few electric and water hookups a MUST reserve space only or 1 night stays if available. Beautiful scenery. Primitive camp site are near a stream. A little park at the end of camp sites. Definitely no dump sites in park. Fishing ends at 9pm generators must be off by 10pm park rangers visit a lot. Just enough room for 1 parking in primitive sites with trailer. 2 handicap spaces near out house. Uneven grounds for trailers. No service. Possible wifi near rv camp with electric n water hookups. Nearest grocery store is in Cuba about an hour away through mountain a ruff ride through but worth it. Cigs are sold at the little store before you get to Fenton lake. Lots of deers and elk near. This lake aren't for people who use all the amenities in there trailer. If you like a little challenge this is the site for you like said no full hookups. Water and electricity with reservation is the closest your going to get. I will come back knowing the do's and dont's. Oh and no ATVs dirt bikes etc. Don't waste ur time trying. They can't be unloaded. You can have them on property, so what's the...