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Rio Bravo

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Fishing, rafting, and riverside hiking draw campers to Rio Bravo, a BLM-managed campground along the Rio Grande in northern New Mexico. Tent sites back up directly to the river, while four RV sites with water and electric hookups run $15 per night (half price with a senior access pass). Cell service is minimal. A hiking trail sits across the road, and rafters use the group shelter during the day before clearing out at night. Showers are available for $1 per four minutes. Nearby, Pilar Campground provides an alternative if Rio Bravo is full.

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Map & DirectionsRio Bravo is located in New Mexico near Carson

Public Campground

Coordinates

36.29204460000003 N
105.781831 W

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Access

Drive-In
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Site Types

Tent Sites
RV Sites
Standard (Tent/RV)

Features

For Campers

ADA Access
Trash
Picnic Table
Showers
Drinking Water
Electric Hookups
Toilets
Alcohol
Pets
Fires

For Vehicles

Water Hookups
Pull-Through Sites
30 Amp Hookups
50 Amp Hookups
Big Rig Friendly

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Reviews2 Camper Reviews - Rio Bravo

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2 Reviews

Rhonda S.

Scout

Reviewed Jul. 27, 2026

Nice Campground

On the Rio Grand. Hiking across the street (bring your cell, if you climb high enough you might get a bar or two). Campground host helpful. Rafters use the group shelter during the day, they clear out and gets quiet at night. Saw an eagle flying along the river early in the morning. Showers and bathrooms essentially clean. Has a dishwashing station. A little warm during the day, cools off at night.

Siteseven

Month of VisitJuly

Kathy B.

Legend

Reviewed Apr. 11, 2026

Rio Bravo in Rio Grand

The second in a series of campgrounds along the Rio Grande River. There are 4 RV sites with water and electricity for $15 night or half price with senior access pass. Tent sites with no hookups back up to the river. Each has a picnic table and a covered shelter for $7. 14 day stay limit. Showers available for $1 for 4 mins. Garbage and recycling available. Hiking trail across the road. River access for rafting. A really wonderful campground. Quite a bargain. Beautiful area. Just about 30 mins to Taos.

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Month of VisitApril