Carson National Forest Tours

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Beautiful views, perfect for hiking and relaxing

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Reviews of Carson National Forest

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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

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Goose Lake was so pretty! Take snacks for the chipmunks!

5/5 - Excellent

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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

America’s 4th longest river, the Rio Grande, sits at the bottom of this 800-foot deep gorge, part of the Taos Plateau volcanic field in New Mexico.

The magnificent view of this National Monument and the rift valley created some twenty-nine million years ago is courtesy of the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge.

Allow 20-30 minutes to check out the magnificent views as well as the state park adjacent to the bridge and gorge. There are no bridge tolls and no fees to enter the state park. It was all amazing.

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.

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 walkable 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.

Unless you have a special invitation to the palace grounds, you'll have to settle for admiring its seven imposing front gates, surrounded by fine tilework and carved cedar wood.

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.

Widescreen view of high colorful cliffs and rock formations and the Abbey Church at the Monastery of Christ in the Desert near Abiquiu, New Mexico

Christ in the Desert Monastery

4.5/5(5 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Abiquiu when you stop by Christ in the Desert Monastery. Stroll along the area's lakeside or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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 walkable area.

Best Lodging Options Near Carson National Forest

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El Monte Sagrado Living Resort & Spa

317 Kit Carson Road Taos NM

Hotel Luna Mystica

25 ABC Mesa Rd. El Prado NM

The Historic Taos Inn

125 Paseo del Pueblo Norte Taos NM

Hotel La Fonda Taos

108 South Plaza Taos NM

Sagebrush Inn & Suites

1508 Paseo Del Pueblo Taos NM

Taos Goji Farm & Eco-Lodge Retreat

1530 Old State Road 3 San Cristobal NM

Hotel Willa

233 Paseo Del Pueblo Sur Taos NM

Hampton Inn Taos

1515 Paseo Del Pueblo S Taos NM

Hotel Don Fernando de Taos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

1005 Paseo Del Pueblo Sur Taos NM

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