Beautiful northern NM destination. We dry camped near the campground and fished at Hopewell Lake. Weather was nice though fairly windy at times. Night time was chilly but if you are appropriately attired and equipped it's no problem. Our group had trailers but we used a truck bed tent and were comfortable in sleeping bags though night two we added one on top.

We used a portable shower for a bathroom. Be prepared, though, to pack out your waste and trash.

As a group we caught enough fish for a fish fry one night. We did not note trends for times or locations around the lake that were better for catching. One group member did well using a personal pontoon. Note this is a no wake late so leave motor boats at home. Several people were out on kayaks. This is not a huge lake but we had space enough. Things are kept clean and rangers check on things so be responsible and respectful. Daily rate was $8 so take $5s and $1s!!!! The drive is also gorgeous so allow some time to check out views and note things to do for future trips. Photos of lake, area near our camp and return drive through Tierra Amarilla. 🙂