Elephant Rock Campground

ELEPHANT ROCK CAMPGROUND

Part of Carson National Forest

Overview

Elephant Rock Campground has excellent fishing access to the well-stocked Red River, nearby Eagle Rock Lake and hiking into the surrounding high country. This campground is close to the highway with plenty of large pine trees. The campground rests at 8,400 feet above sea level.

Facilities

This campground offers 20 single sites, potable water, and vault toilets. Each site has a fire ring, picnic table, and tent pad.

Natural Features

Elephant Rock Campground is a single loop that meanders up a hillside with several sites featuring stone terracing. The campsites are tucked in among a mixture of ponderosa pine, aspen, fir and spruce. The Red River flows near this campground.

Recreation

The nearest hiking trail, Fawn Lakes Trail, is located .3 miles east of Elephant Rock Campground, near Fawn Lakes Campground. This trail meets accessibility guidelines. Elephant Rock offers convenient access to State Rt. 38 and is well situated for day trips on the Enchanted Circle and to the town of Red River. The Red River is across the road from the campground but is not accessible.

Nearby Attractions

Visitors to the area can explore the town of Red River, Questa, and the Enchanted Circle.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (928) 537-8888.

Important Notices

  • Standard Single Family sites: Recreation Use Fee allows ONE camping unit ONLY.

  • Extra Vehicles: Cannot be paid for in advance - upon arrival coordinate with the host for payment and where to park.

  • Late Arrivals: campers are not considered a "no-show" until 24 hours after arrival date check in time. Our policy is that your site will not be released before that.

  • FIRST COME FIRST SERVE sites must be booked in person. DO NOT call to determine availability, as they are only available on-site.

  • Off-road vehicles are not allowed in the campground.
  • Bears frequent the area: please obey all food storage rules and regulations. Check with your host for details.

  • Click here for more information about Carson National Forest.

  • Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit Dontmovefirewood.org 

  • Opening and closing dates are weather permitting, please call 928-537-8888 for more information.

Available Activities

  • Visitor Center - Visitor Center
  • Fishing - Fishing
  • Camping - Camping
  • Biking - Biking
  • Hiking - Hiking

Directions

The campground is located 12 miles east of Questa, New Mexico via NM highway 38 or 3 miles west of Red River, New Mexico via NM highway 38.

Contact Information

Phone: 435-245-6521

Rental Options

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