The Wild Rivers Recreation Area has a back country byway, a visitor center, trails, five developed campgrounds, picnic tables, grills, drinking …See more
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Sep 20, 2022
Wild Rivers Rec area is about a 30-45 minute drive from Taos but well worth it. The Rio Grande and Red Rivers converge here and the overlook (very short walk from the parking area) where they meet i… Full review by Bub1958
May 1, 2022
Great hike down to the convergence of the Rio Grande and Red Rivers. Wonderful bridge across the Red River. NOTE: Access to the trail, and camping at the edge of the mesa, requires several miles o… Full review by Maryland_Ohana
Feb 21, 2022
Having lived in NM for eight years now, we had never visited this amazing park. There are many small campgrounds and trailheads from the park, several which lead down to the river (and I mean down). … Full review by Chris L
What is the security like for overnight camping down at the river sites? Are cars safe overnight at the top of the gorge in the parking areas?
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Hi, Sorry for not seeing your question sooner. Wild Rivers is about 20 minutes from the nearest small town of Questa. The area isn't known as a local party spot so if you take …
Hi, Sorry for not seeing your question sooner. Wild Rivers is about 20 minutes from the nearest small town of Questa. The area isn't known as a local party spot so if you take normal precautions (locking vehicle, hiding valuables out of sight, etc), overnights at the river should be fine. You can always call the BLM Taos Field Office,who oversee the area, for their recommendations on where to park or for any security issues I may not be aware of: (575) 758-8851
I have a dog that would be camping with me , would it be safe for him . He is very friendly . I am a offshore charter guide in Gulf shores Alabama . Never been out west. Any information would be great , think I will be looking to go in late September . Thanks for any information , Capt Michael Thomas
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It should be safe for your dog. I saw a couple of dogs on leashes hiking. If you take any of the trails down to the river, I would just be aware that there is poison oak and ivy, …
It should be safe for your dog. I saw a couple of dogs on leashes hiking. If you take any of the trails down to the river, I would just be aware that there is poison oak and ivy, which would effect you more than your pup. Have a fun trip out west!
The website states that check in for campgrounds is 1pm. If we want to get to the RMNP and begin hiking early can we still check in at a later time throughout the day?
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You don't actually "check-in". You find and empty site, occupy it, then put money in the local pay station. Campers are supposed to leave their sites on the departure day by 2 PM, so if all …
You don't actually "check-in". You find and empty site, occupy it, then put money in the local pay station. Campers are supposed to leave their sites on the departure day by 2 PM, so if all sites are full when you get there, you'll have to wait to see if someone is leaving (or ask around).
Hi, What kind of campgrounds are in the area. We will be car camping, (tent) and like primitive and semi-primitive sites. Most of all away from the crowds and light. - Thanks
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Campsites are fairly primitive -- pit toilets and water available. They sites are reasonably spaced and private.
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What is an electric bicycle, or e-bike?
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The BLM’s rule defines an e-bike as a bicycle with a small electric motor of not more than 750 watts (one horsepower) which assists in the operation...
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