Rio De Los Pinos Cg
Open for the 2026 season. Vault toilets reopening by May 23. Stage 1 fire restrictions are in effect through September 30, 2026; campfires are allowed only in Forest Service-provided fire structures at developed sites. No potable water available; bring your own.
Flood Watch issued October 30 at 12:31AM MDT until November 2 at 11:00AM MST by NWS Albuquerque NM
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...Portions of north central, northwest, and west central New Mexico, including the following areas, in north central New Mexico, Far Northwest Highlands, Jemez Mountains, Northwest Highlands and Tusas Mountains Including Chama. In northwest New Mexico, Chuska Mountains and Northwest Plateau. In west central New Mexico, San Francisco River Valley, Southwest Mountains, West Central Highlands, West Central Mountains and West Central Plateau. * WHEN...From early Sunday morning through Monday morning. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Low-water crossings may be flooded. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Another round of widespread rainfall is expected Sunday into Monday with rainfall amounts between 1 and 2 inches near and west of the Continental Divide. This rainfall will occur over very saturated soils which will increase runoff. These are also areas that are still recovering from the last flood event. River rises are likely, but rises are not expected to be as high as the last flood event. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Hydrologic Outlook issued October 29 at 2:39PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM
ESFABQ * IMPACTS...River, creek, washes and arroyos may reach out of banks. Rock, mud and debris may flow into roadways and flash flooding can not be ruled out, especially in urban areas. * CONFIDENCE...High confidence in widespread rainfall, with low confidence in river and flash flooding. * WHAT...A strong Pacific storm system will interact with a atmospheric river streaming into the Desert Southwest and Four Corners region, producing widespread rain which will focus in the mountains. * WHERE...Four Corners and surrounding region, including Aztec, Bloomfield, Farmington and Shiprock. * WHEN...Sunday into Monday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...River basins are already saturated from last week's rainfall and flooding, making additional runoff more efficient and can more easily cause flooding problems. The greatest precipitation amounts are forecast in the San Juan Mountains of Colorado, which will create high flows in the Animas and La Plata Rivers. These rivers feed the San Juan River, which saw record flooding last week. Continue to monitor forecasts for the updates as this situation unfolds. Follow NWS Albuquerque on Facebook at: www.facebook.com/NWSAlbuquerque and on X at: www.x.com/NWSAlbuquerque
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…
About
Rio de Los Pinos Campground occupies a scenic stretch of the Rio de los Pinos in the remote western portion of Carson National Forest, just east of the New Mexico Game and Fish Recreation Area near the Colorado border. At 8,000 feet elevation, the campground is tucked into spruce-fir and aspen forest, offering a cool retreat and excellent trout fishing opportunities directly from camp. The campground has four developed campsites with vault toilets but no potable water. Dispersed camping is also permitted in the surrounding area when the developed sites are occupied. This is a primitive, lightly-used area best suited for self-sufficient campers seeking solitude and river access rather than amenities. The remote location and lack of services keep visitation low. Access requires navigating approximately 15 miles of mixed paved and forest roads southwest from Antonito, Colorado. The final stretch on Forest Road 284 may be rough and is not recommended for large RVs or trailers. Day hikes and backpacking trips into the surrounding high country are available from the campground.
Directions
From Antonito, CO: Head southwest on US 285 for approximately 3 miles, then turn west onto NM State Road 443. Follow SR 443 for approximately 8 miles, then turn onto Forest Road 284 and continue approximately 4 miles to the campground. Total distance is about 15 miles from Antonito.
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 | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (575) 758-8678 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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