Rio Grande del Norte

About Campground

From website:

Campfires – At Wild Rivers and Orilla Verde Recreation Areas, campfires are only allowed in grills or fire pans, and firewood collection is prohibited. Firewood is available for purchase at the Visitor Centers or from a Camp Host. Do not leave fires unattended. Campstoves are recommended throughout the National Monument.

Camping – Quiet hours are observed from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.

Pets – Pets must be kept under control and on a leash at all times within developed recreation areas. Pets are not permitted on Big Arsenic Trail or in springs.

Fireworks – Discharge of fireworks is prohibited.

Firearms - Discharge of firearms is prohibited within one mile of a recreation site.

Litter – Separate receptacles for trash and aluminum cans are located at all developed campgrounds and picnic areas. Please do not litter.

Cultural Resources – Sites and artifacts dating back many centuries are located within the Monument. Removal or disturbance of these artifacts destroys valuable information about our past and is punishable by fines and/or imprisonment.

Directions

The RÍo Grande del Norte National Monument, Wild Rivers Visitor Center is located in Cerro, NM, at 1120 Cerro Road. Go north from Questa on NM 522 and turn left on State Road 378; the Visitor Center is about 17 miles from the turn off.