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.
Carson National Forest Tours
Visit Carson National Forest
Reviews of Carson National Forest
4.6
Top Destination
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
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.
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 walkable area.
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.
Plaza Blanca
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Plaza Blanca during your travels in Abiquiu. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the hiking trails.
Dar al Islam
4/5(1 review)
Enjoy the collegiate vibe at Dar al Islam as part of your travels around Abiquiu. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area, or seek out the hiking trails.
Classical Gas Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Classical Gas Museum during your trip to Embudo.
Best Lodging Options Near Carson National Forest
Check availability on hotels close to Carson National Forest
El Monte Sagrado Living Resort & Spa
317 Kit Carson Road Taos NM
El Pueblo Lodge
412 Paseo Del Pueblo Norte Taos NM
Hotel Don Fernando de Taos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
1005 Paseo Del Pueblo Sur Taos NM
Sagebrush Inn & Suites
1508 Paseo Del Pueblo Taos NM
The Historic Taos Inn
125 Paseo del Pueblo Norte Taos NM
Hotel Luna Mystica
25 ABC Mesa Rd., El Prado, NM
Taos Goji Farm & Eco-Lodge Retreat
1530 Old State Road 3, San Cristobal, NM
Taos Motor Lodge
1798 NM-68 Ranchos De Taos NM
Hotel La Fonda Taos
108 South Plaza Taos NM
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Explore a world of travel with Expedia
- Vacations and getaways similar to Carson National Forest
- Hotels near popular Attractions
- Expedia's Latest Trends
- Hotels near Taos Ski Valley
- Hotels near Red River Ski Area
- Hotels near Sipapu Ski Area
- Hotels near Al's Run Ski Lift
- Hotels near Old Town
- Hotels near Williams Lake
- Hotels near Red River Nature Trail
- Hotels near Lost Lake
- Hotels near El Valle Escondido Golf Course
- Hotels near Horseshoe Lake
- Hotels near Columbine Trail
- Hotels near Mallette Park Nature Trail
- Hotels near Goose Lake Trail
- Hotels near Echo Amphitheater
- Hotels near SMU-in-Taos
- Hotels near Manzanita Canyon Trailhead
- Hotels near Valle Vidal
- Hotels near Black Mesa Winery
Expedia's Latest Trends
Hotels
Packages
- Puye Cliff Dwellings
- Crystal Cove State Park
- University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
- Glacier Bay National Park
- Cape Cod National Seashore
- Gates of the Arctic National Park
- Bear Mountain State Park
- Lake Powell
- Crater Lake National Park
- Lake Clark National Park
- Long Beach
- Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area
- Bandelier National Monument
- Monterey Bay
- Ka'opala Beach
- Gallatin National Forest
- Timpanogos Cave National Monument
- Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest
- Ray Roberts Lake State Park
- Yosemite National Park
- Los Padres National Forest
- Glacier National Park
- Congaree National Park
- Joshua Tree National Park
- Lake Chelan
General