This free Bureau of Land Management campground provides dispersed camping along the Rio Grande Gorge with drive-in and walk-in access. The access road features deep ruts requiring higher clearance vehicles, making it unsuitable for trailers or low cars. Campers find several pull-off spots along the canyon rim, some large enough for multiple parties.
The gorge drops dramatically from the camping area down to the Rio Grande river below, with high mountains visible in the distance and rolling sagebrush terrain behind the sites. Verizon provides 2-3 bars of cell service. The soft sandy ground requires caution when creating camping spots off established areas to avoid getting stuck. Campfires are permitted, and hikers can access trails into the gorge system. This spot works well for self-sufficient campers with appropriate vehicles who want camp sites near Carson without fees or crowds.
Description
Remember to LNT in dispersed camping areas.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsRio Grande Gorge BLM is located in New Mexico near Carson
Coordinates
36.385879895295396 N
105.72776569925671 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GGood Coverage
VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 8 usersLast on 6/30/26- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GGood Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 8 usersLast on 6/30/26
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
Features
For Campers
- Fires
DISPERSED CAMPING
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.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
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Drive Time
- 1 hr 19 min from Santa Fe, NM
- 2 hrs 8 min from Albuquerque, NM
- 3 hrs 4 min from Pueblo, CO
- 3 hrs 26 min from Farmington, NM
