Some of the finest mountain scenery in the Southwest is found in the 1.5 million acres covered by the Carson National Forest. Elevations rise from 6,000 feet to 13,161 feet at Wheeler Peak, the highest in New Mexico. Big game animals roam the Carson. They include mule deer, elk, antelope, black bear, mountain lion, and bighorn sheep. There are also many species of smaller animals and songbirds. Almost every animal calling Northern New Mexico home can be found at Ghost Ranch Living Museum.

The Carson National Forest offers unlimited recreational opportunities in any season. The magnificent mountain scenery and cool summer temperatures lure vacationers to enjoy the peace and quiet, for fishing, hunting, camping, and hiking. Winter activities include skiiing, snowshoeing and snowmobiling. There are 400 miles of sparkling clean mountain streams and numerous lakes. Many are stacked with native trout by the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish.

• Hike through magnificent mountain scenery where you might come across elk, antelope, black bear, mountian lion and many other big game animals.
• Take advantage of 400 miles of sparkling clean mountain streams and many lakes with a day of fishing for New Mexico's native trout.