BLM-developed hub of Río Grande del Norte National Monument where the Red River joins the Rio Grande in an ~800-ft basalt gorge. Zimmerman Visitor Center, rim overlooks, campgrounds, and steep trails (including Big/Little Arsenic) drop to riverside hot-spring seeps and wild-and-scenic river views on the Taos Plateau.
Field facts
| Region | Taos County, NM |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 36.6808, -105.6667 |
| Unit | Río Grande del Norte National Monument |
| Access | Paved NM 378 to Cerro visitor center |
| Fee | BLM day-use / camping fees apply at developed sites |
| Managing agency | BLM Taos Field Office |
| Visitor center | 1120 NM-378 / Cerritos Road, Cerro |
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Nearby amenities
- Rec areaRio Grande del Norte National Monument0 km away
- Picnic areaPicnic Table0.3 km away
- CampgroundPrimitive Campsite0.3 km away
- Rec areaRinconada Loop Trail0.3 km away
- Point of interestCampfire Circle0.5 km away
- TrailheadPescado Trailhead0.5 km away
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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