OutReserve

Nine Mile Picnic Site

Upper Bathroom
Group Picnic Site
Double Picnic Site
Bathroom and Parking area

About Nine Mile Picnic Site

Situated along the Sandia Crest Scenic Byway 536, at a cool 9,200 ft of elevation, is the large and often shaded Nine Mile Picnic Ground. Newly renovated to address maintenance needs, the picnic area now offers a combination of single, double, and group picnic sites, vault toilets, hardened walkways, grills, serving tables, information boards, and access to near by trails. Surrounded by aspen, spruce, and fir trees, this forested site offers rest and relaxation conveniently along the Byway. Parking at Nine Mile Picnic Ground is subject to the standard amenity fee. All picnic sites are first come, first served. Follow all rules and regulations. Please remember to take extra care to "Leave no trace" when you visit your public lands. There is no overnight camping at Nine Mile.

Location Nine Mile Picnic Site

Address:
11776 Hwy 337
Tijeras, NM, 87059
United States

Highway access

The Nine Mile Picnic Site is accessible via I-40, with Exit 175 leading to State Highway N-14. From there, it is approximately 7 miles north on N-14 before turning west onto State Road 536, which leads directly to the picnic site.

Latitude & Longitude: 35.2142 / -106.423

Elevation: 2805 feet

Policies & Rules

General

  • Nine Mile Picnic Ground is subject to a standard amenity fee.
  • All picnic sites are first come, first served.
  • Water and electricity, firewood /charcoal are not available at the site.
  • Accessible vault toilets and bear proof trash receptaclesare provided. Please use appropriate containers for food and garbage. Food Storage Keeping You and Bears SafeMore about Bears and Food
  • Please DO NOT park in front of any gates. They must be accessible at all times.
  • Prevent Bug Kill. Obtain firewood near your destination and burn it on-site:Don't Move Fire Wood
  • For more information about the Cibola National Forest & Grasslands: Cibola National Forest Web Page
  • Trail Map: Sandia Mountain Trails Guide

Nearby Campgrounds

Nearby destinations


Last updated: June 4, 2026

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