Camp Stie campground
Camp Stie
Located in the Upper Rio Grande watershed of New Mexico, the Camp Stie Campsite is a developed, non-reservable fee area that offers visitors a serene and picturesque camping experience. The campsite is situated in a scenic meadow surrounded by pine and aspen trees, offering spectacular views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains and the Rio Grande Gorge.
Nearby Points of Interest:
The surrounding area is rich in natural beauty and offers visitors a variety of outdoor recreational activities. The nearby Rio Grande del Norte National Monument provides visitors with opportunities for hiking, rafting, fishing, and wildlife viewing. Additionally, the nearby town of Taos offers visitors cultural attractions such as the Taos Pueblo, the Millicent Rogers Museum, and the Taos Art Museum.
Campground Amenities:
The Camp Stie Campsite offers visitors a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable camping experience. These amenities include picnic tables, fire rings, vault toilets, and potable water. However, there are no RV hookups or showers available at the site, so visitors are advised to come prepared.
Interesting Facts:
The Upper Rio Grande watershed is a vital source of water for the region and supports a range of important plant and animal species. Additionally, the area has a rich cultural history and has been inhabited by various indigenous peoples for thousands of years.
Best Time to Visit:
The best time to visit the Camp Stie Campsite is during the summer months, when temperatures are mild and the surrounding flora is in full bloom. Average temperatures during this time range from the mid-70s during the day to the low 40s at night. However, visitors should be prepared for occasional afternoon thunderstorms.
Sources:
- https://www.blm.gov/visit/rio-grande-del-norte-national-monument
- https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/new-mexico/campsite-stie-campsite
- https://www.newmexico.org/places-to-go/regions-cities/north-central/camp-stie-campground/
What's on-site at Camp Stie
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Camp Stie, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Junta | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| La Junta Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| La Junta - Wild Rivers Rec Area | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Montoso Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Montoso | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Camp Stie -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Red River Below Fish Hatchery | 34 cfs | → |
| Rio Grande Near Cerro | 78 cfs | → |
| Red River Near Questa | 22 cfs | → |
| Rio Hondo Near Valdez | 23 cfs | → |
| Rio Lucero Near Arroyo Seco | 10 cfs | → |
| Rio Pueblo De Taos Near Taos | 6 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Camp Stie -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base Area - Rueggli | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Taos Powderhorn | 26.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Top 7 | 3.3 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Red River Pass #2 | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Red River Pass #2 | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Eagle Nest | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Wilderness Area Columbine Hondo
- Wilderness Latir Peak
- Wilderness Wheeler Peak
- Red Willow State Park
- Fred Baca Park
- Filemon Sanchez Fairground - Park
Boat launches
- John Dunn Bridge Boat Takeout
- John Dunn Bridge Boat Launch
- Taos Junction Bridge Taos County
- Taos Junction Bridge Boat Launch
- Taos Junction Bridge Boat Takeout
- Rio Grande Boat Takeout
Fishing spots
- Rio Grande Fishing
- Columbine Creek Fishing
- Red River Fishing
- Rio Fernando Fishing
- Rio Chiquito Fishing
- Rio Vallecitos Fishing
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Camp Stie as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Camp Stie
Can I make reservations at Camp Stie?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Camp Stie?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Camp Stie.