Carson National Forest

Sangre de Cristo Mountains showing desert views and landscape views
Sangre de Cristo Mountains showing hiking or walking and tranquil scenes as well as a small group of people
Sangre de Cristo Mountains featuring desert views and mountains as well as a family
Sangre de Cristo Mountains featuring forests and a river or creek
Sangre de Cristo Mountains which includes hiking or walking and a gorge or canyon as well as a small group of people
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Reviews of Carson National Forest

4.6
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
320
5 - Excellent 67%
4 - Good
143
4 - Good 30%
3 - Okay
8
3 - Okay 2%
2 - Disappointing
3
2 - Disappointing 1%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 0%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

You can never go wrong with a day in the forest. There was so much to see that I have to come back and explore more.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Goose Lake was so pretty! Take snacks for the chipmunks!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Beautiful!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

nice road trip up through the mountains. Be sure to have a full tank of gas. Filling stations are very sparse in much of the mountain area.

5/5 - Excellent

Mauny

Superb winter skiing, fantastic summer backpacking.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Bring water and a hat and enjoy the forest!

Popular places to visit

Just outside of Taos, New Mexico sits the Rio Grande Gorge. The bridge stands a staggering 656' above a seemingly small ribbon of water below. Walkways on either side provide incredible views up and down the gorge. #ADVENTURE

Rio Grande Gorge Bridge

4.5/5(292 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Taos when you take a trip to Rio Grande Gorge Bridge. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Rio Grande Gorge Bridge
This swimming hole deep in the Rio Grande Gorge is both lovely and refreshing! Visitors spread out along the banks for a dip in the cool waters, and rock climbers ascend both sides of the canyon walls.

John Dunn Bridge

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Find out about the history of Arroyo Hondo when you take a trip to John Dunn Bridge. Discover the acclaimed art scene and shops in this romantic area.

John Dunn Bridge
In the high plans of New Mexico is the Wild Rivers Recreation Area. It's BLM land with several camping sites and lots of great hiking. There are plenty of wide open spaces and also a canyon where The Rio Grande and Red Rivers join. #newmexico #wildrivers #blm #camping #hiking #riogrande #redriver

Wild Rivers Recreation Area

Explore the great outdoors at Wild Rivers Recreation Area, a lovely green space in Questa. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.

Wild Rivers Recreation Area
San Francisco is one of the most photographed Spanish Colonial churches in the USA. It has twin bell towers, an arched portal entrance overlooking an enclosed courtyard, two large carved and painted reredos (alter screens with painted panels), hand-hewn vigas (ceiling beam

San Francisco de Asis Mission Church

4.5/5(88 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Ranchos De Taos with a stop at San Francisco de Asis Mission Church. Discover the area's acclaimed art scene and shops.

San Francisco de Asis Mission Church

Manby Hot Springs

4/5(4 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Manby Hot Springs during your travels in Arroyo Hondo. Discover the acclaimed art scene and shops in this romantic area.

Manby Hot Springs

Rio Grande Gorge State Park

You can take time to visit Rio Grande Gorge State Park during your travels to Embudo.

Rio Grande Gorge State Park

Best Lodging Options Near Carson National Forest

Earthship w/ Meditation Room - Off-Grid, fully sustainable living in comfort!
Earthship w/ Meditation Room - Off-Grid, fully sustainable living in comfort!
Tres Piedras
Earthship w/ Meditation Room - Off-Grid, fully sustainable living in comfort!
The Historic Taos Inn
The Historic Taos Inn
3 out of 5
125 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM
The Historic Taos Inn
Dobson House--Famous Taos Earthship Inn
Dobson House--Famous Taos Earthship Inn
Arroyo Hondo
Dobson House--Famous Taos Earthship Inn
El Monte Sagrado Living Resort & Spa
El Monte Sagrado Living Resort & Spa
4 out of 5
317 Kit Carson Road, Taos, NM
El Monte Sagrado Living Resort & Spa
New House ,Great Views,near Taos Mesa Brewpub with New Hot Tub
New House ,Great Views,near Taos Mesa Brewpub with New Hot Tub
El Prado
New House ,Great Views,near Taos Mesa Brewpub with New Hot Tub
Rainbow Tiny Home w Mountain View, Hot Tub, and Hot Springs just 2 miles away.
Rainbow Tiny Home w Mountain View, Hot Tub, and Hot Springs just 2 miles away.
El Prado
Rainbow Tiny Home w Mountain View, Hot Tub, and Hot Springs just 2 miles away.
Hotel Luna Mystica
Hotel Luna Mystica
2.5 out of 5
25 ABC Mesa Rd., El Prado, NM
Hotel Luna Mystica
Bougie TinyHome w Mountain Views,HotTub, Just 2 mi. from Black Rock Hot Springs
Bougie TinyHome w Mountain Views,HotTub, Just 2 mi. from Black Rock Hot Springs
El Prado
Bougie TinyHome w Mountain Views,HotTub, Just 2 mi. from Black Rock Hot Springs
Rio Tiny Home w Mountain View, Hot Tub, 2 miles to Black Rock Hot Springs
Rio Tiny Home w Mountain View, Hot Tub, 2 miles to Black Rock Hot Springs
El Prado
Rio Tiny Home w Mountain View, Hot Tub, 2 miles to Black Rock Hot Springs
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