Rio Chama
Open for the season from April through November. First-come, first-served with no reservations required. No camping fee. Stage 1 fire restrictions are currently in effect forest-wide.
Flood Warning issued October 28 at 11:45AM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM
...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in New Mexico... Rio Chama Below Chamita affecting Rio Arriba County. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Rio Chama below Chamita. * WHEN...Until further notice. * IMPACTS...At 6.0 feet, Properties in the flood plain along the Rio Chama and near the junction of the Rio Ojo Caliente will see water in their yards. Impacts can include bank erosion and damage to wells and septic tanks. These impacts will increase in severity at higher river levels. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 11:00 AM MDT Wednesday the stage was 6.6 feet. - Bankfull stage is 5.5 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 11:00 AM MDT Wednesday was 6.9 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to remain between 6.4 and 6.7 feet through the next several days. - Flood stage is 6.0 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 6.7 feet on 07/21/2009. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/abq/EmergencyPrepFlood
Flood Advisory issued October 28 at 11:51AM MDT until October 30 at 12:00PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM
...The Flood Advisory continues for the following rivers in New Mexico... Rio Grande at Embudo affecting Rio Arriba and Taos Counties. * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Rio Grande at Embudo. * WHEN...Until Friday afternoon. * IMPACTS...At 8.0 feet, Minor overbank flows are occurring above the Embudo gaging site. Access to riverside picnic facilities above Pilar and below the Taos Junction Bridge along State Route 570 will be limited if further rises occur. Water may be extremely close to underside of bridge over Rio Grande on Aguas Caliente Rd in Pilar. Other localized effects due to the high water levels will begin to be felt at a stage of 10 feet but no significant flooding is expected until the river rises to 12 feet. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 11:00 AM MDT Wednesday the stage was 7.6 feet. - Bankfull stage is 8.0 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 8.1 feet tomorrow morning. - Action stage is 8.0 feet. - Flood stage is 10.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
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About
Rio Chama Campground offers rustic camping along the Rio Chama Wild and Scenic River in northern New Mexico's Santa Fe National Forest. This free campground provides 10 individual sites, each equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. The setting is heavily used due to its scenic location and proximity to the Chama River Canyon Wilderness. This is a primitive facility with no potable water, hookups, or amenities beyond basic restrooms. Campers should come fully prepared with water and supplies. Vehicle access is limited, with only a few sites able to accommodate RVs up to 20 feet. The access road (FR 151) requires 12 miles of travel from US 84. The campground serves as a base for exploring the Rio Chama Wild and Scenic River corridor. Note that motorized vehicles and mechanized equipment are prohibited in the adjacent Chama River Canyon Wilderness. All pets must remain leashed.
Directions
From the junction of SH 96 and US 84, travel 8 miles north on US 84 to FR 151. Turn west on FR 151 and travel 12 miles to the campground.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 20ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (575) 638-5526 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Rio Chama Campground | |
| Santa Fe NF Alerts |
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