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Recreation Region: Taos Ski Valley

Lower Hondo Campground

The lowest elevation campground on Highway 150 en route to Taos Ski Valley.

General Information

The campground provides immediate access to fishing on the Rio Hondo and is near hiking trails in the Columbine-Hondo and Wheeler Peak wilderness areas.

Generally spring thru fall (weather dependent; call ahead). 

  • Closing Sept., 30, 2025, for season.

No fees are required for this site.

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 36.54818

Longitude: -105.549358

Directions

12 miles northeast of Taos via NM 522 & 150

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Vault Toilet (1)

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Fishing - River/StreamFishing - River/Stream

Fishing - River/Stream Info

The Rio Hondo runs along the campground.

Picnicking - Single Info

Picnic tables are provided at each campsite.

General Hiking Info

Trailheads for numerous trails into the Columbine-Hondo and Wheeler Peak wilderness areas are up Highway 150. 

Driving Routes Info

The campground is along the Enchanted Circle Scenic Byway.

Last updated May 15, 2026