Pine Flat Picnic Sites - a and B Near Tijeras, NM

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About Pine Flat Picnic Sites - a and B

Pine Flat picnic sites A & B are accessible picnic areas. They are located on State Highway 337 (James McGrane Memorial Highway or Old South 14) approximately 7 miles from I-40. State Hwy 337 runs parallel to Pine Flat picnic area making it easy to identify and enter. From the entry way to your left you will find two reserve only sites. The area is surrounded by pinon, juniper, scrub oak and ponderosa pine that lend shade to both reservation areas. Cool mountain breezes are common here. The sound of rustling foliage render Pine Flat picnic sites an excellent place to lean back, relax and maybe even take a nap. Each site can accommodate fifty people. Pine Flat Trailhead has pull through trailer parking in addition to regular vehicle parking, which is located to the right as you enter the gate. Follow the road south to the trailhead that leads into the Manzanita Mountains Trail system. You will also find dispersed picnic tables throughout the Pine Flat sites, which are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Pine Flat Sites A & B were built in 1956 by the Forest Service with the intent to provide picnic sites for large group use. Please take care of your public land by using Leave No Trace ethics. There is no overnight camping at this site.

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Location Pine Flat Picnic Sites - a and B

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Sandia Ranger District
Tijeras, NM, 87059
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 35.0133 / -106.336

Elevation: 2211 feet

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General	Please note: You must make two separate bookings for site A and B if you want to reserve both. Please verify the site you have reserved when checking out.
General	It is recommended for visitors to make a reservation at least 48 hours in advance to give staff notice to prepare the site prior for your arrival. If reserved within 48 hours of arrival, site preparations will be subject to staffing availability.
General	To ensure an enjoyable stay for the next visitor, please make sure to place ALL trash in the trash cans provided and leave the site as clean as you found it.
General	Water and electricity, firewood/charcoal are not available at the site. You may notice water spigots at this site, however the water lines were retired in the mid 2000s due to difficulties with freezing pipes, therefore, bring your own water.
General	Please DO NOT park in front of any gates. They must be accessible at all times.
General	Accessible vault toilets and bear proof trash receptacles are provided. Please use appropriate containers for food and garbage. Food Storage Keeping You and Bears Safe More about Bears and Food
General	Have questions? Contact the Sandia Ranger District Monday - Friday from 8:00am to 4:30 pm at (505) 281-3304.
General	Obtain firewood near your destination and burn it on-site: Don't Move Fire Wood
General	Trail Map: Manzanita Mountains Trail Map
General	For more information about the Cibola National Forest & Grasslands: Cibola National Forest Web Page

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