BLM
USFS
NPS
NWR
City
Private
Wilderness
Camping at Whirlpool Dispersed Camping Area
Approached by Forest Road 151, a firm-packed dirt road suitable for any vehicle, this campground is located about 21 miles northwest of Abiquiu, NM, the closest town with fuel and supplies.
The roads inside the dispersed camping area are all dirt, but there are soft spots that a 2WD vehicle can get stuck in. It’s best to take a 4WD vehicle in here instead. The sites are generally small, suitable for no larger than a 24 foot trailer. These sites also get filled up quickly on the weekends during the Summer, so you may find it difficult to get turned around if everything is full.
Otherwise, this is a picturesque campground, right on the banks of the Rio Chama, with several sites offering a great deal of shade. Because it’s a large area, campsites can be spaced further apart for more privacy. There is also an abundance of wildlife here, particularly with snakes and lizards.
