Little Arsenic Springs Campground campground
Little Arsenic Springs Campground
Nearby points of interest include the Rio Grande del Norte National Monument, which offers some of the best hiking and fishing opportunities in the region. The Taos Ski Valley is also a popular attraction, located just a short drive away from the campground.
The campground amenities include vault toilets, picnic tables, and fire rings at each site. There is no potable water available, so visitors should come prepared with their own water or a camping water filter.
Interesting facts about the area include that the Rio Grande is the fourth-longest river in the United States and that the area is home to several endangered species, including the Rio Grande silvery minnow and the southwestern willow flycatcher.
The best time of year to visit is from June to September, which is the peak camping season. Average temperatures during this time range from the mid-70s during the day to the mid-40s at night.
Sources:
- https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234818
- https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/carson/recarea/?recid=44024
- https://www.visitnewmexico.org/things-to-do/outdoor-adventures/hiking/rio-grande-del-norte-national-monument/
What's on-site at Little Arsenic Springs Campground
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 Little Arsenic Springs Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Arsenic Springs Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Montoso - Wild Rivers Rec Area | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Little Arsenic Springs | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Montoso Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Montoso | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Little Arsenic Springs Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Red River Below Fish Hatchery | 33 cfs | → |
| Rio Grande Near Cerro | 93 cfs | → |
| Red River Near Questa | 20 cfs | → |
| Rio Hondo Near Valdez | 20 cfs | → |
| Rio Lucero Near Arroyo Seco | 8 cfs | → |
| Rio Pueblo De Taos Near Taos | 8 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Little Arsenic Springs Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taos Powderhorn | 26.0 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 | → |
| Nohrsc Shuree Snotel | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Shuree | 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
- Rio Grande Boat Takeout
- Taos Junction Bridge Taos County
- Taos Junction Bridge Boat Launch
- Taos Junction Bridge 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 Little Arsenic Springs Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Little Arsenic Springs Campground
Can I make reservations at Little Arsenic Springs Campground?
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 Little Arsenic Springs Campground?
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 Little Arsenic Springs Campground.