Columbine Campground
Set along the Red River in a steep canyon, this site is at the base of the Columbine Canyon Trail with access into the Columbine-Hondo Wilderness.
General Information
Seasonal closure on Sept. 30, 2025.
Overnight Use:
Single Site: $30.00 per night (includes parking for one vehicle)
Additional Vehicle Fee: $15.00 per vehicle per night
Day Use:
$15.00 per vehicle per day
Senior/Access Pass Discount: $15.00 (single vehicle per night)
Address: 184 State Highway 38, Questa, NM 87556
Phone: (575) 586-0520
Hours: Wednesdays: 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 p.m., 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 36.68001
Longitude: -105.51501
Directions
5 miles east of Questa via NM 38
Parking
A parking lot for the Columbine Canyon Trail is located at the back of the campground.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Vault Toilet (6)Water
Potable water is available at this site.
Recreation Opportunities
Fishing - River/StreamFishing - River/Stream Info
Access two streams for fishing:
- Red River
- Columbine Creek
- Special Trout Waters: A Red Chile Water designation is in place for Columbine Creek, from its confluence with Red River upstream to its headwaters. Check with the New Mexico Department of Wildlife for restrictions.
General Hiking Info
The Columbine Canyon Trail into the Columbine-Hondo Wilderness begins at the back end of the campground.
Biking - Road Cycling Info
Ride Highway 38, one part of the Enchanted Circle Scenic Byway.
- Note: Bicycles are not allowed on the Columbine Canyon Trail once in the Columbine-Hondo Wilderness.
Horseback Riding Info
The Columbine Canyon Trail (#71) into the Columbine-Hondo Wilderness is located at the back of the campground. There is no room for horse trailers in the day use parking lot. Park along Highway 38 outside the campground.
Camping: There are no campsites that allow horses or horse facilities within the campground.