Rio Grande Del Norte National Monument
Orilla Verde Recreation Area is open year-round to camping, hiking, fishing, boating, wildlife, and scenic viewing. More information can be found by clicking on the link here.
The day pass is $3 and only good for the day purchased and day use amenities.
You can purchase an annual pass in person at the Rio Grande Gorge Visitor Center near Pilar, or at the Taos Field Office.
This location is available for day-of purchases. Once on-site, follow the posted Scan & Pay instructions. You will need todownload the free Recreation.gov mobile app prior to your arrivalas some remote areas have limited or no cellular service. For more information about paying on-site, click here:How Do I Use a Scan & Pay QR Code to Purchase an Activity Pass?
If purchasing onsite, please have the Recreation.gov app downloaded prior to arrival. Once purchased please write down confirmation number on provided envelope and post in vehicle dashboard.
If purchasing pass in advance, you are required to print a copy of your Day Use pass with QR code and place the printout on your dashboard of your vehicle for the duration of your stay.
This pass does not guarantee parking availability. For your safety, please remember that parking outside of designated areas is discouraged and visitors who park illegally may be fined and towed. This pass is valid until 11:59 PM of the date listed on the pass, and only for the date and vehicle specified for this pass.
Passes are non-transferrable between operators, non-refundable, not replaceable if lost or stolen, and are void if altered or reproduced.
America the Beautiful Passes: Senior, Access, Military, Gold Star, Veteran, and Golden Age Senior/Access area accepted at this site. These passes cover fees for the passholder and up to three adults per vehicle.
Water is not currently available at Wild Rivers Recreation Area.