New-Mexico Camping Areas
Visto Grande Campground is located in the beautiful Gila National Forest in New Mexico. The campground boasts stunning views of the surrounding mountain ranges, making it an ideal destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Nearby points of interest include the Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument, the Mogollon Mountains, and the Gila Wilderness Area.
The campground features 13 campsites equipped with picnic tables, fire rings, and access to drinking water. The campground is first-come-first-serve, so visitors are advised to arrive early to secure their site. The campground also has vault toilets and is pet-friendly.
One quirky fact about the area is that it is home to the world's largest collection of Apache artifacts at the nearby Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument. Visitors can explore the ancient cliff dwellings and learn about the history of the Apache people who once lived there.
The best time of year to visit Visto Grande Campground is in the summer months from June to August when temperatures range from the mid-70s to mid-80s Fahrenheit. This is also the best time to enjoy hiking, fishing, and other outdoor activities in the surrounding forest. Get driving directions.
Visto Grande Camp
Visto Grande Campground is located in the beautiful Gila National Forest in New Mexico. The campground boasts stunning views of the surrounding mountain ranges, making it an ideal destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Nearby points of interest include the Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument, the Mogollon Mountains, and the Gila Wilderness Area.
The campground features 13 campsites equipped with picnic tables, fire rings, and access to drinking water. The campground is first-come-first-serve, so visitors are advised to arrive early to secure their site. The campground also has vault toilets and is pet-friendly.
One quirky fact about the area is that it is home to the world's largest collection of Apache artifacts at the nearby Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument. Visitors can explore the ancient cliff dwellings and learn about the history of the Apache people who once lived there.
The best time of year to visit Visto Grande Campground is in the summer months from June to August when temperatures range from the mid-70s to mid-80s Fahrenheit. This is also the best time to enjoy hiking, fishing, and other outdoor activities in the surrounding forest. Get driving directions.
Weather Forecast
Area Streamflow Levels
Gauge | Streamflow |
---|---|
Rio Pueblo De Taos Below Los Cordovas
USGS 08276300 |
37 cfs |
Rio Grande Near Cerro
USGS 08263500 |
472 cfs |
Rayado Creek Near Cimarron
USGS 07208500 |
3 cfs |
Gallinas Creek Near Montezuma
USGS 08380500 |
26 cfs |
Gallinas River Near Lourdes
USGS 08382000 |
3 cfs |
Canadian River Near Sanchez
USGS 07221500 |
145 cfs |
Mora River At La Cueva
USGS 07215500 |
5 cfs |
Nearby Campgrounds
Camping Area | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Cimarron Canyon State Park | 88 | 7,544 ft | |||
McCrystal | 60 | 8,147 ft |