Carson National Forest Tours

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

Reviews of Carson National Forest

4.6
Top Destination
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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 relaxing 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 romantic 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

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
Sagebrush Inn & Suites

Sagebrush Inn & Suites

3 out of 5
1508 Paseo Del Pueblo, Taos, NM
Sagebrush Inn & Suites
El Pueblo Lodge

El Pueblo Lodge

2 out of 5
412 Paseo Del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM
El Pueblo Lodge
Hotel Luna Mystica

Hotel Luna Mystica

2.5 out of 5
25 ABC Mesa Rd., El Prado, NM
Hotel Luna Mystica
Hotel Don Fernando de Taos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Don Fernando de Taos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3.5 out of 5
1005 Paseo Del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM
Hotel Don Fernando de Taos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Taos Motor Lodge

Taos Motor Lodge

2 out of 5
1798 NM-68, Ranchos De Taos, NM
Taos Motor Lodge
The Historic Taos Inn

The Historic Taos Inn

3 out of 5
125 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM
The Historic Taos Inn
Taos Goji Farm & Eco-Lodge Retreat

Taos Goji Farm & Eco-Lodge Retreat

3 out of 5
1530 Old State Road 3, San Cristobal, NM
Taos Goji Farm & Eco-Lodge Retreat
Hotel Willa

Hotel Willa

4 out of 5
233 Paseo Del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM
Hotel Willa
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