Echo Amphitheater sits among the stunning landscapes of Carson National Forest in New Mexico . With 50 campsites (RV-friendly up to 35 feet feet) , restrooms, great hiking, it's a favorite for rural adventurers.
Reservations are required year-round , and the best times to visit are May-jun when the weather is most comfortable .
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🏕️ At a Glance
💳 Booking & Fees
Cancellations made 3+ days before arrival typically receive a refund minus service fees. Check Recreation.gov for specific policies and deadlines.
💧 Water Access & Features
📸 Discover the Beauty of Carson National Forest
🌤️ Best Time to Visit
Plan your trip during the optimal season for this campground.
🦅 Peak birding: Apr, May, Sep
🦌 Recent Wildlife Sightings
Recent wildlife observations near this campground from the iNaturalist community.
Echo Amphitheater located in New Mexico, offering 50 camping sites.
Echo Amphitheater
A Rural campground in New Mexico
Overview
echo Amphitheater Is a Natural Amphitheater Located on the Carson National Forest in Rio Arriba County, in Northern New Mexico..
Echo Amphitheater Recreation Site Offers Opportunities for Hiking, Nature Viewing, Camping, and Picnicking.
Stay for a Short Time, the Entire Day, or Overnight! This Site Has Multiple Picnic/Shade Ramada Options, Vault Toilets, a Paved Walkway Up to the Amphitheater, a Large Group Shelter, and Eight Campsites with Electric Hook-Ups. Campsites Can Accomodate Small and Medium-Sized Rvs, Camper Vans, and Tents at Some Sites. Plus, There Are Two Double Sites That Provide Additional Parking.
the Sandstone Cliff Is Known for Its Unique Echoing Auditory Properties. the Red Vertical Stripes Down the Otherwise Horizontally Stratified Cliff Wall Are Streaks of Mineral Varnish That Provides a Colorful Contrast to the Sandstone Cliff. This Colorful Geological Feature Combined with Its Unusual Auditory Properties No Doubt Fed the Legend of Myth Associated with the Echo Amphitheater
Contact Info
This Location Is Unstaffed. to Speak with Our Main Office for General Information, Please Call: (575) 684-2489.Nearby Attractions
Abiquiu Lake, Ghost Ranch Education and Retreat Center, Canjilon Lakes
Managed by: Usda Forest ServiceSite Details
Campsite Information
- Total Sites: 50
- Hookup Types: Electric
- Max RV Length: 35 feet
Amenities
- 🚻 Restrooms: Available
- 🚿 Showers: No
- 🗑️ Dump Station: No
- 💧 Potable Water: No
- 🛝 Playground: No
- 🧺 Laundry: False
- 📶 WiFi: False
- 🏊 Swimming: No
- 🎣 Fishing: No
- 🛥️ Boating: No
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
Map & Location
Address & Coordinates
Address:
City: , New Mexico
Coordinates: 36.359085, -106.523575
Area Type: Rural
Phone: (575) 684-2489
Activities & Attractions
Popular Activities: Hiking|picnic|electric|lake|rv|tent|shelter|amphitheater
Available Activities:
- 🎣 Fishing: No
- 🛥️ Boating: No
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
- 🏊 Swimming: No
Regulations & Permits
🔥 Stay Limits & Fees
Maximum Stay: 14 days
Nightly Fee: $25-35
Federal Pass: Yes (50% discount)
🌤️ Weather & Climate
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📱 Connectivity
Verizon
Fair Signal
LTE
AT&T
Fair Signal
LTE
T-Mobile
Poor Signal
4G
📺 Television Reception
Major Networks: ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, PBS
Signal Quality: Fair
Total Stations: 7 stations
Nearest Market: Albuquerque/SANTA Fe
Notes: Signals FROM Albuquerque/SANTA Fe MARKET
📻 Radio Reception
Total Stations: 16 stations (5 AM, 11 FM)
AM Quality: Good | FM Quality: Good
Major Formats: Country, Spanish, NEWS/TALK
Local News: KKOB 770 Am
Market: Albuquerque
Notes: 5 AM, 11 FM Stations from Albuquerque
🔌 EV Charging
⚡ El Rito DCFC
Distance: 18.6 miles away
Address: 1135 NM-554, El Rito, NM
Network: red_e
Charging Type: Fast-charging-available • J1772
Plan Your Visit
Essential Information
- Facility ID: 10212015
- Managing Agency: Usda Forest Service
- Agency Email:
- Agency Website:
- Parent Park: Carson National Forest
- Park Website: /parks/carson-national-forest/
Park System Information
Park Classification & Structure
- Park Type: National Forests
- Parks Post Name: carson-national-forest
- Parent Park Name: Carson National Forest
- Correct Park Type Mapping: carson-national-forest
System Statistics
- Total Campgrounds in System: 16.0
- States Covered: New Mexico
- Managing Agencies: Usda Forest Service
System IDs & References
- Parent Organization ID: 131.0
- Parent Recreation Area ID: 1097
- Parks Parent Org IDs: 131.0
- Parks Parent Rec Area IDs: 1097, 1097.0
URL Slugs & Navigation
- State Slug: new-mexico
- Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
- Park Type Slug: national-forests
- Parent Park Slug: carson-national-forest
Additional Park Information
Data Reference Notes
Managing Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
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