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Lone Juniper

Fishing, kayaking, and river access draw campers to this small BLM site along the Rio Grande, part of a cluster of campgrounds near Carson that line the gorge outside Taos. Lone Juniper has roughly four sites, pit toilets, a boat ramp, and at least one ADA-accessible site. No water or electricity on-site. Rafting activity picks up in summer, so April visits tend to be quieter. Campers wanting more amenities can check nearby Petacas Campground, Orilla Verde Recreation Area.

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Map & DirectionsLone Juniper is located in New Mexico near Carson

Public Campground

Coordinates

36.30031966955174 N
105.77203498354748 W

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Kathy B.

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Reviewed Apr. 16, 2026

Lone Juniper Campground - BLM

This is one of a series of campgrounds run by the BLM on the Rio Grande just outside of Taos, NM. A really beautiful area.

I stayed at a different campground but rode my bike up the road and stumbled upon this gem. Small campground with pit toilets and a boat ramp. No rafters there in April, but I imagine this is a popular place in the summer.

Only 2 campers there when rode through. I think there are 4 sites. No water or electric, but you're right on the river.

One of the sites is handicap accessible, but I couldn't tell if it was a day use or camp site.

Month of VisitApril