Agua Piedra Campground
Campground · Fee not listed
Fast facts
- Cost
- Not listed. Check locally.
- Type
- Campground
- Phone
- 435-245-6521
- Coordinates
- 36.1353, -105.5292
- Last verified
- September 19, 2026
About this place
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.
From the managing agency.
Is Agua Piedra Campground free?
We do not have a fee on record for Agua Piedra Campground. Confirm the cost locally before you go.
How do I get to Agua Piedra Campground?
Agua Piedra Campground is at 36.1353, -105.5292. We do not hold written directions for this one, so navigate to the coordinates.
Nearby
- Agua Piedra Cg0.3 mi
- La Junta Canyon2.2 mi
- Duran2.9 mi
- Comales3.6 mi
- Upper La Junta Campground4.3 mi
- SANTA BARBARA CAMPGROUND5.5 mi
- Santa Barbara5.6 mi
- Amole Group Shelter5.7 mi
No other services within 50 mi on the record.
SourceSource data is agency published. Last synced September 19, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
