Rio Chama Wayside

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Map & DirectionsRio Chama Wayside is located in New Mexico near Cañones

Dispersed Camping

Coordinates

36.234648099999994 N
106.4116351 W

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Access

Drive-In
Park next to your site
Boat-In
Sites accessible by watercraft.

Features

For Campers

Fires

Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.

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Richard H.

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Reviewed Sep. 11, 2026

Great Dispersed Camp Below Abiquiu Dam

Easy access from the north, damside. Lovely sites by the river and under cottonwood trees. Had the place to ourselves in our 21' Sprinter, but could easily accommodate three campers.

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Month of VisitSeptember