Echo Amphitheater
Echo Amphitheater is a natural amphitheater located on the Carson National Forest in Rio Arriba County, in Northern New Mexico.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 8 |
| RV with electric | 1 |
| group shelter nonelectric | 1 |
| Host/management | 3 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 20 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
10 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | 1 | Electric | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | None | 30/50 amp | No / No | 4 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Standard |
| 02 | 1 | Electric | Pull-through | 30 | Gravel | None | 30/50 amp | No / No | 4 / 3 | Yes | Yes | Standard |
| 03 | 1 | Electric | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Partial | 30/50 amp | No / No | 40 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Standard |
| 04 | 1 | Electric | Pull-through | 30 | Pull-through | None | 30/50 amp | No / No | 4 / 4 | Yes | Yes | Standard |
| 05 | 1 | Electric | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | None | 30/50 amp | No / No | 4 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Standard |
| 06 | 1 | Electric | Back-in | 30 | None | 30/50 amp | No / No | 4 / – | Yes | Yes | Standard | |
| 07 | 1 | Electric | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | None | 30/50 amp | No / No | 4 / – | Yes | Yes | Standard |
| 08 | 1 | Electric | Pull-through | 30 | Pull-through | Partial | 30/50 amp | No / No | 40 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Standard |
| Group Shelter | 1 | Group Shelter Nonelectric | 30 | Slight | Partial | 30/50 amp | No / No | 40 / – | Yes | Yes | Standard | |
| ScanPay 2 | Scan and Pay | RV electric | 50 amp | No / No | Yes | Yes | Standard |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 1:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric |
| Max vehicle length | 54 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | Day Use: $5/vehicle (day use is any amount of time spent at Echo Amphitheater in one day). Use of the restrooms, picnic tables, parking lot, hiking, all require a day use fee. Please help us keep this site open and operating by paying your fees at the entrance! |
| Accessibility | Sites 01, 02, 03, 04 and 7 more are listed accessible |
Stay for a short time, the entire day, or overnight! This site has multiple picnic/shade ramada options, vault toilets, a paved walkway up to the amphitheater, a large group shelter, and eight campsites with electric hook-ups. Campsites can accomodate small and medium-sized RVs, camper vans, and tents at some sites. Plus, there are two double sites that provide additional parking.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Open |
| Forest | Carson National Forest |
| Fees | $20 Per Single Site. $35 Per Double Site. $50 for Group Shelter (up to 40 people). $5 Per Extra Vehicle |
Weather by month
Getting there
| Coordinates | 36.3591° N, 106.5236° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedMesa Juan Domingo Fall Rx
7 mi from the campground
- PrescribedGolondrino Rx
13 mi from the campground
- PrescribedStone Angel Fall Rx
14 mi from the campground
- PrescribedMartinez Fall Rx
38 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 38.1 mi |
| RV sales & service | Seco Bubble ↗ | 54.1 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
Explore
Video
Echo Amphitheatre Recreation Area | Picnic grounds and campground
Worth a stop
Abiquiu Lake, Ghost Ranch Education and Retreat Center, Canjilon Lakes
- 0.2 mi
- 2.6 miRio Chama Fishing ↗Fishing site
Trails nearby
- 0.1 miEcho Amphitheater0.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.5 miRim Vista2.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.1 miSalazar ↗2.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike · national_scenic_or_historic
- 3.4 miYeso ↗6.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.5 miMartinez Canyon ↗9.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike · national_scenic_or_historic
- 4.8 miContinental Divide Trail ↗102 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike · national_scenic_or_historic
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Santa Fe National Forest.
- inSanta Fe National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,681,851 acres
- 2.2 miCarson National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,592,477 acres
- 3.1 miChama River Canyon Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 47,035 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
Historic landmarks nearby
Natural features
The sandstone cliff is known for its unique echoing auditory properties. The red vertical stripes down the otherwise horizontally stratified cliff wall are streaks of mineral varnish that provides a colorful contrast to the sandstone cliff. This colorful geological feature combined with its unusual auditory properties no doubt fed the legend of myth associated with the Echo Amphitheater
Recreation
Echo Amphitheater Recreation Site offers opportunities for hiking, nature viewing, camping, and picnicking.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Echo Amphitheater?
Sites at Echo Amphitheater are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Echo Amphitheater?
Day Use: $5/vehicle (day use is any amount of time spent at Echo Amphitheater in one day). Use of the restrooms, picnic tables, parking lot, hiking, all require a day use fee. Please help us keep this site open and operating by paying your fees at the entrance!
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Echo Amphitheater?
Check-in 1:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Echo Amphitheater open right now?
Open as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Echo Amphitheater have?
13 sites, including 8 standard sites with power, 1 RV site with electric, and 1 group shelter nonelectric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Echo Amphitheater?
The longest site here provides 54 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Echo Amphitheater have hookups?
Yes, electric hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Echo Amphitheater?
Yes, pets are allowed at Echo Amphitheater. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Echo Amphitheater?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 4 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
Are there accessible sites at Echo Amphitheater?
Sites 01, 02, 03, and 04 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 11 sites in all. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What if Echo Amphitheater is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Rio Chama Campground (8.3 mi, first-come), Rio Chama Campground, Small Group Sites (8.3 mi, first-come), and Riana (10 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby