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El Rito Campground

Paid or permit campsite

Dispersed camping area · USDA Forest Service · Carson National Forest Fees: - Campsites: Free - Group Shelter: $75 Season: Spring to Fall (Specific dates are weather dependent) Status: closed Reservations: - First come, first served. - Reservations for the group shelter can be made at Recreation.gov . A reservation fee will be added to the price. Located near the town of El Rito, this area is often crowded in summer due to its popularity. The campground is situated along the bank of the El Rito Creek. 11 campsites at 7600 feet with excellent hiking and fishing access. Official page: https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/carson/recarea/?recid=44078 Source: USDA Forest Service. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go.

Official information from the managing agency. Fees, seasons and closures change; check before you go.

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