Agua Piedra Campground
Campground · 46 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Carson National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 46
- Bookable sites
- 40 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 100
- People per site
- 2
- Accessible sites
- 8,411 ft
- Elevation
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.The facts
- 46 bookable sites
- 2 accessible sites
- Vehicles up to 40 ft
- Up to 100 people per site
- Loops: Group Shelter, Host, Loop A, Loop B, Lower
Site types
- 44 Standard Nonelectric
- 2 Group Shelter Nonelectric
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Fire pits
- Picnic tables
- Grills
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups.
46 campsites at Agua Piedra Campground
Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Grade | Water | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shelter A | Group Shelter | Group Shelter Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | Riverfront | 30 ft | 50 | ♿ 🐾 |
| Shelter B | Group Shelter | Group Shelter Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | Riverfront | 30 ft | 100 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 001 | Host | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 002 | Host | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 012 | Loop A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | — | 25 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 013 | Loop A | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | Paved | Slight | — | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 014 | Loop A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | — | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 015 | Loop A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | — | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 016 | Loop A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | — | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 017 | Loop A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | — | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 018 | Loop A | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | Paved | Slight | — | 36 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 019 | Loop A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | — | 25 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 020 | Loop A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | — | 25 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 021 | Loop A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | — | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 022 | Loop A | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | Paved | Slight | — | 36 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 023 | Loop A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | — | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 024 | Loop A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | — | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 025 | Loop A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | — | 36 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 026 | Loop B | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | — | 20 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 027 | Loop B | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | — | 25 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 028 | Loop B | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | — | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 029 | Loop B | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | — | 25 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 030 | Loop B | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | — | 36 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 031 | Loop B | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | — | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 032 | Loop B | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | — | 25 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 033 | Loop B | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | — | 25 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 034 | Loop B | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | — | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 035 | Loop B | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | — | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 036 | Loop B | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | — | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 037 | Loop B | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | — | 25 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 038 | Loop B | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | — | 25 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 039 | Loop B | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | — | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 040 | Loop B | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | — | 25 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 041 | Loop B | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | — | 25 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 042 | Loop B | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | — | 25 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 043 | Loop B | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | — | 25 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 044 | Loop B | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | — | 25 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 003 | Lower | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 20 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 004 | Lower | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 005 | Lower | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 35 ft | 16 | 🐾 |
| 006 | Lower | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 35 ft | 16 | 🐾 |
| 007 | Lower | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 20 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 008 | Lower | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 20 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 009 | Lower | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | — | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 010 | Lower | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | — | 36 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 011 | Lower | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Slight | — | 36 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
Getting there
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.
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.
36.13528, -105.52917 · 36°8'7.0"N 105°31'45.0"W
Typical weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| High °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Low °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precip in | 1.4 | 1.7 | 2.3 | 2.2 | 1.7 | 1.2 | 3.1 | 2.4 | 2.1 | 1.8 | 1.7 | 1.7 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 0.4 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Agua Piedra Campground
- Can you reserve a site at Agua Piedra Campground?
- Yes, Agua Piedra Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Agua Piedra Campground have?
- 46 sites.
- What is the maximum RV length at Agua Piedra Campground?
- 40 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Agua Piedra Campground?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Agua Piedra Campground.
- Are campfires allowed at Agua Piedra Campground?
- Campfires are allowed at Agua Piedra Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Also listed by
Agua Piedra Campground also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Agua Piedra Campground's operator.
USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026
- Campsite (includes parking for one vehicle) $24/night
- Campsite for Senior or Access pass holders $12/night
- Extra vehicle $12/night
- Group Shelter A (Up to 50 people) $125/night
- Group Shelter B (Up to 100 People) $150/night
- Day use parking $12/day
Restrictions:
- 14 day stay limit. Restricted to Trailers under 36'.
Accessibility:
- Accessible group shelters equipped with vault toilets and drinking water. Handicap accessible parking and toilets.
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Contact
- Phone 435-245-6521
- Email camping@rrmofa.com
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-03-11.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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