La Sombra Campground

Closed

Closed indefinitely due to flooding damage. No reopening date has been announced.

Carson National Forest

Cannabis Possession Prohibited

Order 03-00-00-21-002 prohibits possessing, storing, or transporting a cannabis plant, any part of a cannabis plant, or any substance derived from a cannabis plant within the Southwestern Region National Forests in the State of New Mexico and the National Grasslands in the states of Texas and…

Carson National Forest

Current Prescribed Fire Activity and Plans

The following prescribed fires are tentatively scheduled:NameNearby LocationPotential Start DateAcresInformationUnit G Pile BurnTurley MillPostponed74Press ReleaseLearn more about prescribed fires on Carson National Forest.

Carson National Forest

Forest Road 639South Road Restriction

Vehicles will be restricted on Forest Road 639South near Truchas, N.M., from October 1 at 6:00 a.m. to October 14 at 11:59 p.m. during a road improvement project. Work includes road reconditioning, drain dip construction and the removal or replacement of several culverts.Non-motorized access will…

About

La Sombra Campground is a relaxing, shaded campground nestled in spruce-fir and aspen stands within Carson National Forest's Taos Canyon. Located just 8 miles east of Taos along US Highway 64, the campground features 13 single sites and sees light use compared to nearby developed campgrounds. The adjacent Rio Fernando provides direct access for fishing. Facilities are primitive, with two vault toilets available but no drinking water or garbage service. Campers must bring adequate water supplies and pack out all trash. The campground is near Capulin Campground and Shady Brook, offering options for exploring the broader Taos Canyon recreation area. When open, sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis at $12 per night, with discounts available for Senior or Access pass holders at $6 per night. The entire campground can also be reserved for group use at $90 per night.

Directions

8 miles east of Taos along US Highway 64.

Amenities

Water No
Fires Allowed —
Toilets Yes
Dump Station —
Wifi No
Pets Allowed —
Showers No
Electric Hookups —
Water Hookups —
Sewer Hookups —
Camp Store No
Price $6 - $12

Vehicle

Max RV Length —
Max Trailer Length —
Big Rig Friendly —
Pull Through Sites —

Contact

Phone +1 (575) 587-2255

Cell Service

AT&T Yes
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

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