US lakes & pondsUS lakes & pondsCampground · National forest in Rio Arriba County, New Mexico. Run by USFS.
| Operator | USFS |
|---|---|
| Agency | USDA Forest Service (Carson National Forest) |
| Campsites | 1 |
| Site types | 1 group standard, no electric |
| Dogs allowed | Yes |
| Phone | (575) 581-4554 |
| Reservations | Recreation.gov |
We only list amenities a source records. A missing item doesn't mean the campground lacks it, so check with El Rito Campground before you go.
The El Rito Campground Group Shelter is situated along El Rito Creek and is part of a larger campground, El Rito Campground. The group shelter and campground are located approximately 5 miles from the small village of El Rito. Elevation of the group shelter is 7,600 feet with the predominant vegetation being pinon, cottonwood, spruce, juniper and gambel oak. This is a great place to host your family and friends, graduation parties, organization meetings, and school events. Stay for the day or make it an overnight! Visitors can enjoy hiking and fishing, plus there are also nearby opportunities for sport and traditional climbing .
Description: Recreation.gov (U.S. federal government, public domain), shortened.
El Rito Campground is in Rio Arriba County.
Sources: Recreation.gov (RIDB) · OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Pulled Oct 12, 2026. Interactive map: Leaflet with © OpenStreetMap contributors. Seasons, rates and rules change; confirm with the campground.