Echo Amphitheater
The campground is open. Water systems are temporarily out of service; campers must bring all drinking water needed for their visit.
Cannabis Possession Prohibited
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Forest Road 639South Road Restriction
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About
Echo Amphitheater Campground sits in the scenic Chama Valley of Carson National Forest, approximately 15 miles northwest of Abiquiu along US Highway 84. The campground serves as a base for exploring the nearby Echo Amphitheater, a natural sandstone formation with remarkable acoustic properties that has inspired local legends. The campground features electric sites with 30/50 amp hookups, gravel driveways, and picnic tables. A paved trail leads from the campground to the Echo Amphitheater itself, offering an easy walk to view the dramatic red-streaked cliff face where mineral varnish creates striking vertical stripes against the horizontally stratified sandstone. Sites accommodate tents, campervans, and smaller RVs up to approximately 30 feet. Facilities include newly renovated vault toilets. The campground cannot accommodate large RVs and has limited pull-through options. Reservations are available through Recreation.gov.
Directions
From Abiquiu, travel northwest on US Highway 84 for approximately 15 miles. The campground is located on the highway's west side. From Canjilon, travel southwest on US Highway 84 for approximately 14.5 miles.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $10 - $35 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 30ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (575) 684-2489 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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