USFS•Peñasco, NM•9.5h from Austin

Carson NF — Comales Campground

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Accessibility baseline: Sites on this platform are reviewed for access with a standard 2WD pickup truck towing a 21-foot travel trailer unless otherwise noted below.

Fee

$7–14/nt

Hookups

No hookups

Trailer

Accessible (2WD pickup + trailer)

Cell Signal

No signal

Water

Bring your own

Toilets

Yes

Best Season

May–Oct

Reservations

None — first-come

Max Length

25 ft

Highlights

▶ Rio Pueblo de Taos streamside at 7,700 ft — 13 sites with tables and grills; lowest fee in the Peñasco cluster
▶ Aspen and spruce forest; quieter than Santa Barbara CG which attracts horse packers
▶ Third distinct option in the Peñasco corridor alongside Santa Barbara and Agua Piedra

Planning Notes

No water — bring your own. Vault toilets. Sites small but adequate for 16 ft trailer. Peñasco (10 mi) for basic supplies.

Contact: (575) 587-2255

Always call ahead to confirm conditions, closures, and road accessibility.