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NRSO |
| description |
Columbine Campground is located between Questa and Red River, New Mexico. The Red River flows past the campground and a trailhead leads into the Columbine Twining hiking trail system. Columbine Campground sits at 7,900 feet in elevation. |
| drivingDirection |
Five miles east of Questa, New Mexico via NM highway 38. |
| facilitiesDescription |
This campground offers 27 single sites, potable water, and vault toilets. Each site is has a fire ring, picnic table, and tent pad. |
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COLUMBINE CAMPGROUND (NM) |
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126041 |
| fullReservationUrl |
http://www.reserveamerica.com/campsiteSearch.do?contractCode=NRSO&parkId=126041&cmp=39-32--joewils |
| importantInformation |
Caution: Bears frequent the area. Be aware, keep camp clean, and store all food items in vehicles. A per-day, per-vehicle fee will be collected on-site for extra vehicles. First-come, first-served sites are available. Off-road vehicles are not allowed in the campground. Horses are not allowed in the campground. |
| nearbyAttrctionDescription |
Be sure to explore Red River, Questa, and the Enchanted Circle while in the area. |
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| orientationDescription |
The campground is composed of two loops. One small loop at the campground entrance, has all open sites and views of the towering mountains. The other is a long loop up the canyon along the fast-flowing Columbine Creek. The campsites in this loop are tucked in among pine, spruce and some aspen providing ample shade and good privacy between campsites. |
| recreationDescription |
The Columbine Twining hiking trail can be found at the south end of the campground and gives access to 14 miles of hiking trails. The Red River runs near the campground and can be accessed near the first loop. |