Agua Piedra Campground

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Overview

Agua Piedra, located in the Carson National Forest, is nestled near the Rio Pueblo and Agua Piedra Creek. The campground contains many shaded areas to camp, relax, and enjoy the outdoors.

Recreation

Visitors to the Agua Piedra campground and group shelters can also enjoy fishing in the Rio Pueblo River, which is a tributary of the mighty Rio Grande. The river is stocked with rainbow trout and there is a small pier in the day use area.
Hiking to Serpent Lake and Cordova Canyon, which are both within seven miles of the campground and group shelters, are also favorite activities for visitors. Also popular is further exploration of points of interest in the Pecos Wilderness, as well as within the Sangre De Cristos Mountains, the southernmost Rocky Mountain range.

Facilities

The campground includes 40 single sites each with a table and fire ring, two double sites each with two tables and a fire ring, and two group shelters located west of the campground. Vault toilets, drinking water from faucets, and trash removal are provided. Firewood is available to purchase from the host. First-come, first-served sites are available. The group shelters (A and B), which are accessible, are located west of the campground and are equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills. Accessible vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Trash service is provided in the campground. The accessible group shelter "A" can accommodate up to 50 people for overnight camping. Group shelter "B" can accommodate up to 100 people for overnight camping. Both group shelters are available by reservation.

Natural Features

Agua Piedra campground and group shelters are located in a mixed forest of spruce, fir and aspen trees, which provide some shade throughout the day. At an altitude of 8,100 feet, temperatures can cool off during the summer nights.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (928) 537-8888.

Nearby Attractions

Sipapu Ski Resort, the town of Vadito, and the town of Penasco is within 3 - 17 miles from the campground and group shelter. Most services are available in Taos, NM, 25 miles north of the campground or Espanola, NM, 45 miles southwest.

Camp site features

Across 46 camp sites:

Picnic table: all 46 sites
Pets allowed: all 46 sites
ADA accessible: 2 of 46 sites
Group sites: 2 of 46 sites
Longest rig: 40 ft
Largest party: 100 people

Directions

From Las Vegas, New Mexico, take State Highway 518 approximately 51 miles to the Agua Piera Campground. From Penasco, New Mexico, travel east on State Route 75 about 5 miles, to an intersection. Turn right, onto State Route 518 (unmarked) and continue about 7 miles to campground entrance. From Taos, head south on NM-68. Turn Left onto NM-518 and stay on it for 23 miles. Agua Piedra Campground will be on your right.

Stay Limit

Check in from 2 PM, check out by 12 PM.

Reviews

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Todd G

Loop:Loop B

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Reviewed 13 days ago

Loved the area, toilets were clean, host was a talker and so am I. The big issue was the rotted picnic tables in our two sites.

Todd G

Loop:Loop B

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Reviewed 13 days ago

Area was nice, vaulted toilets were clean. My big issue was that the picnic table at our site was so rotted we could even use it.

Michael V

Loop:Loop A

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Reviewed 16 days ago

Well maintained campground with a stream and plenty of hiking trails nearby.

Glenna C

Loop:Loop B

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Reviewed 18 days ago

There is a lodge a couple of miles up the road where you can get some camping supplies if needed. We really enjoyed this campground! The potable water is not great taste-wise, so we recommend taking your own bottled water for drinking.

Elaine A

Loop:Loop B

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Reviewed 20 days ago

It was relatively easy to back my trailer into my campsite and there was ample space to set up my solar panels to charge my battery. There was a calm peaceful vibe to the place even though close to being full. Indian Lake Trail is close by and you can walk to the trailhead. My only complaint is the condition of the roads within the campground are in very poor condition so if you are pulling a trailer, expect to be jostled a lot getting to your campsite.

Sean B

Loop:Loop B

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Reviewed 21 days ago

Beautiful sights and sounds of nature. Sites and bathrooms nice and clean

Availability

See the Camp Sites section below to find detailed booking availability.

Reserve Watch

Popularity: Very quiet

Busiest in August, when about 17% of guest capacity is reserved. Based on 11 years of reservations.