Fishing access on the Red River draws anglers to Elephant Rock Campground, a drive-in site within Carson National Forest that runs from May through September. Sites sit close to the main road, and campers have noted that traffic noise carries through the night, though choosing a site farther from the road helps. Tall pines provide shade across the campground. Verizon users can expect one to two bars of cell service. RVs up to 44 feet are welcome, and the site includes drinking water, toilets, picnic tables, and firewood. Reservations are available, and pets are permitted. Anglers and road-trippers looking for campgrounds near Red River or nearby Carson National Forest Fawn Lakes will find Elephant Rock a functional base for a night or more.
Description
Overview
Elephant Rock Campground has excellent fishing access to the well-stocked Red River, nearby Eagle Rock Lake and hiking into the surrounding high country. This campground is close to the highway with plenty of large pine trees. The campground rests at 8,400 feet above sea level.
Recreation
The nearest hiking trail, Fawn Lakes Trail, is located .3 miles east of Elephant Rock Campground, near Fawn Lakes Campground. This trail meets accessibility guidelines. Elephant Rock offers convenient access to State Rt. 38 and is well situated for day trips on the Enchanted Circle and to the town of Red River. The Red River is across the road from the campground but is not accessible.
Facilities
This campground offers 20 single sites, potable water, and vault toilets. Each site has a fire ring, picnic table, and tent pad.
Natural Features
Elephant Rock Campground is a single loop that meanders up a hillside with several sites featuring stone terracing. The campsites are tucked in among a mixture of ponderosa pine, aspen, fir and spruce. The Red River flows near this campground.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (928) 537-8888.
Nearby Attractions
Visitors to the area can explore the town of Red River, Questa, and the Enchanted Circle.
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
Stage 2 fire restrictions are currently in effect that prohibit all fires. Generators and fires or stoves that use liquid petroleum (LPG) fuels are permitted, but must follow specific rules.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsElephant Rock Campground is located in New Mexico near Red River
Directions
The campground is located 12 miles east of Questa, New Mexico via NM highway 38 or 3 miles west of Red River, New Mexico via NM highway 38.
Coordinates
36.7084 N
105.4493 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 7/25/26
VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 7/25/26- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 10 usersLast on 7/25/26
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 7/25/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 7/25/26
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 10 usersLast on 7/25/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Big Rig Friendly
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 1 hr 57 min from Santa Fe, NM
- 2 hrs 31 min from Pueblo, CO
- 2 hrs 46 min from Albuquerque, NM
- 3 hrs 59 min from Farmington, NM
