Elks
Campground
The
Elks Campground provides camping space for several
hundred folks, with just a short walk to the Conference
area. Come, camp, grab your morning coffee, and stroll
over for the morning session!
Space
is available on a first-come, first-served basis (overflow
camping areas will be available).
To
set up a Pecos camp at the Elks, one must preregister
and pay the camping fees (described below) in advance.
For those who choose not to preregister, on-site registration
at Salmon Ruins (Thurs, 5-8 pm) is required prior
to setting up camp at the Elks Campground.
The
campground will open for Pecos camping at noon,
Thursday, Aug. 10. Please, no early birds. The
campground will close for Pecos Conference participants
by noon, Sunday, Aug. 13.
Access
Elks
Campground, above Navajo Lake, about 35 minutes east
of Bloomfield or Aztec; 45 minutes east of Farmington.
Elks Campground is accessed via a hard, washboard
gravel road approximately 2 miles in length (from
intersection with NM 539).
Cost
$5/adult/night
-- payable with Pecos
Registration in several ways: 1) on-line
registration and payment; 2) snail
mail; 3) in person registration at Salmon Ruins
reception, Thurs. Aug. 10. Example: family (2 adults,
2 kids [under 18]) registering and camping for 3 nights:
$25 (registration) x 2 adults; $5 x 3 nights x 2 adults
= total of $80. Once paid, camping voucher will be
issued.
Facilities
Camping
is primitive and low impact. Campers (pop-ups, cabovers,
5th wheels;) are allowed but no water or electricity
for RVs will be provided. Large RVs (over 20 feet)
are discouraged. Portapotties, trash dumpsters, and
potable water will be available.
The
campground has several horseshoe pits, a volleyball
court, and a small playground.
First-Aid
A
First-Aid station will be in operation at the Elks
Campground. Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; Saturday
8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. The next closest First-Aid
is available at the Pine River Recreation Site, Navajo
Lake State Park.
Fires
No
open campfires allowed. Group bonfire on Friday night.
Camp stoves, contained BBQs, etc. are fine.
Lake
Access
There
is no access to Navajo Lake from the Elks Campground.
A short drive or hike to the State Park provides lake
access.
Dogs
Dogs
are allowed but must be leashed at all times. (Please
scoop your pooch’s poop!).
Other
Fee Camping Areas
Navajo Lake (call 505-632-2278 for information)
Pine River Campground
Sims Mesa Campground
Cottonwood Campground (BLM; call 505-599-8900)
Other
Campgrounds
R.V.
Park Bloomfield KOA 1900 E.Blanco Blvd., Bloomfield
505-632-8339
R.V.
Park Angel Peak R.V.Park 6181 US Hwy 64, Bloomfield
505-632-6780
R.V.
Park Mom & Pop R.V.Park 901 Illinois Ave., Farmington
505-327-3200
R.V.
Park Navajo Lake St. Park NM511 Navajo Dam
505-632-2278
R.V.
Park El Rio R.V.Park Navajo Dam
505-632-7783
