Bonito Lake gleams at 7,400 feet in Lincoln National Forest, where trout leap and pines tower. RV travelers park at Bonito Lake Campground from $9/night to launch fishing trips and hikes. This alpine gem beats city heat with cool breezes and wild beauty.
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Bonito Lake draws crowds for rainbow trout fishing from its fishing platform and shorelines. New Mexico Game and Fish stocks the waters weekly from May to October. Trails snake through the Bonito Multiple Use Area to Eagle Creek Falls, while Ruidoso sits ten minutes downhill with horse racing at Ruidoso Downs and shops on Sudderth Drive.
Bonito Lake Campground anchors RV stays in the area. Anglers pick lakeside spots for quick casts at dawn. Families spread out on spacious sites from $9/night, using the campground as a hub for forest swims and Ski Apache runs just 20 minutes away.
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Bonito Lake excels in trout fishing and alpine hiking within Lincoln National Forest. The 7,400-foot lake stocks rainbow trout weekly from May through October. Anglers fish from shore or platforms, while hikers explore trails to Eagle Creek Falls and beyond.
Bonito Lake Campground lists as the top RV park right on the lake. Rates start at $9/night for lakeside sites in Lincoln National Forest. Access lies 4 miles up NM-532 from Alto, with picnic tables and fire rings at each spot.
Yes, pets welcome at Bonito Lake Campground on a leash. The US Forest Service requires dogs stay within 6 feet of owners at all times. This rule keeps wildlife safe and lets furry friends join hikes or splash near the shore.