Title: Carson National Forest in New Mexico | Expedia.co.uk [Carson National Forest Hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Carson-National-Forest-Hotels.0-l6093649-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to New Mexico](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-New-Mexico.d233.Flight-Destinations)[Things to do in New Mexico](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-New-Mexico.d233.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Carson National Forest Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Carson-National-Forest.d6093649.Car-Hire-Guide)[New Mexico Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/New-Mexico.d233.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Carson National Forest ![Westward](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976434237/ca9d35f3-6901-4ba7-b53f-09cd89e12248.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Westward](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976434237/ca9d35f3-6901-4ba7-b53f-09cd89e12248.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) !["Who heard of any snow in New Mexico?" #ADVENTURE](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183631/87a5649a-f32e-437e-9031-885de11822f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Wandered into Echo Amphitheater in Carson National Forest. #trovember #newmexico #nature #adventures #hiking](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/71908/adc90151-6b7e-400b-aad4-2512cc4ea586.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Beautiful views, perfect for hiking and relaxing](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602286/384d7709-9f5b-4257-8c05-0e43e5b2160a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Carson National Forest Activities --- --- ### Popular places to visit ![America’s 4th longest river, the Rio Grande, sits at the bottom of this 800-foot deep gorge, part of the Taos Plateau volcanic field in New Mexico. The magnificent view of this National Monument and the rift valley created some twenty-nine million years ago is courtesy of the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge. Allow 20-30 minutes to check out the magnificent views as well as the state park adjacent to the bridge and gorge. There are no bridge tolls and no fees to enter the state park. It was all amazing. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6299877/0f601d77-a19c-4da5-8fd4-3df985c0e7c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rio Grande Gorge Bridge Learn about the local history of Taos when you take a trip to Rio Grande Gorge Bridge. Visit the shops and cosy cafes in this romantic area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rio-Grande-Gorge-Bridge-Taos.d6299877.Attraction) ![This swimming hole deep in the Rio Grande Gorge is both lovely and refreshing! Visitors spread out along the banks for a dip in the cool waters, and rock climbers ascend both sides of the canyon walls. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621558012075/34fb86ce-6bf7-401e-8159-1d3132d52770.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### John Dunn Bridge Find out about the history of Arroyo Hondo when you spend time at John Dunn Bridge. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this romantic area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/John-Dunn-Bridge-Arroyo-Hondo.d553248621558012075.Attraction) ![Panorama of rock formations and vegetation at Plaza Blanca near Abiquiu, New Mexico](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532645933/954c75b6-c432-47c3-80e0-301746e380cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Plaza Blanca Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Plaza Blanca during your travels in Abiquiu. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the hiking trails. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Plaza-Blanca-Abiquiu.d553248621532645933.Attraction) ![Unless you have a special invitation to the palace grounds, you'll have to settle for admiring its seven imposing front gates, surrounded by fine tilework and carved cedar wood. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532645934/f0fe035a-a8c8-47a8-aed7-3a1d4bf33ec7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dar al Islam Explore the campus of Dar al Islam during your stay in Abiquiu. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area or seek out the hiking trails. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dar-Al-Islam-Abiquiu.d553248621532645934.Attraction) ![Widescreen view of high colorful cliffs and rock formations and the Abbey Church at the Monastery of Christ in the Desert near Abiquiu, New Mexico](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621533115012/8a8327ba-8ec0-469c-bc08-7a63386bdfa5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Christ in the Desert Monastery You can find out about the history of Abiquiu with a trip to Christ in the Desert Monastery. Stroll along the area's lakeside or simply enjoy its restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Christ-In-The-Desert-Monastery-Abiquiu.d553248621533115012.Attraction) #### Manby Hot Springs Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Manby Hot Springs during your travels in Arroyo Hondo. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this walkable area. 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