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Aerial view of this campgroundImagery acquired 2022Source: USGS / USDA NAIP ↗Terms: Public domain U.S. government imagery ↗
Open official campground information ↗Wild Rivers · La Junta Campground
Three small first-come sites beside the La Junta overlook create a limited camping option at the Rio Grande and Red River confluence.
Important details
Managed by: Bureau of Land Management
Access: Regular-car access; check current road conditions
Only three ordinary sites are represented and there is no occupancy feed. Bring all water, confirm the campground—not the separately reservable group shelter—is open, and check current construction and fire notices.
Trip readiness: No trip date selected; operating season, campsite availability, and date-specific conditions were not checked.
Before you go
- Check your dates and reserve if needed.
- Check current road, fire and weather conditions.
- Choose a legal backup before leaving.


















