Top RV Parks & Campgrounds in New Mexico

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Rent an RV in the Land of Enchantment, and you'll see that New Mexico lives up to its nickname. This southwestern state lies between Arizona and Texas, and it shares its border with Colorado to the north and Mexico to the south. When it comes to natural treasures, New Mexico will leave you breathless with its rolling plains, untouched forests, sandy dunes, and snow-capped mountain peaks. Once you get a taste of New Mexico RV camping, you'll never want to get off the road. There are countless places to discover in every part of the state. The eastern Great Plains region features the meandering Pecos River and stunning state parks lined along its banks. As you head west, you will enter a land of mountains and vast forests. The Sangre de Cristo and the San Juan mountains are in the north, home to some of the state's highest peaks and the sprawling Carson National Forest. Moving towards the central part of New Mexico, you will come upon the Rio Grande, cutting its way through the untouched wilderness areas. There's no limit to the unique spots you can explore while you're here. Visit White Sands National Park and El Malpais National Monument, and you'll see for yourself. On the banks of the Rio Grande, you'll also find Albuquerque. In this charming city, you can walk among the historical buildings of the Old Town, enjoy the views from the Sandia Peak Tramway, or take a trip to Cibola National Forest. Santa Fe, the state capital, is located in the picturesque foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Here, you can study the historical adobe buildings or take in the magnificent artwork at the Georgia O'Keeffe Museum. RV Camping in New Mexico With so much natural beauty in this southwestern state, it's no wonder that New Mexico campsites are easy to find. If you're looking forward to a rustic camping experience, look no further than Carson National Forest. While the campgrounds in this giant forest have no hookups, they put you close to its hiking trails, fragrant mixed pine forests, soft meadows, and snow-covered peaks great for skiing. Campers who want a change of scenery can travel to Gila National Forest, an even bigger chunk of wilderness famous for stunning rock formations and archeological findings showcasing the Native American culture. Campgrounds have full-hookup campsites and rustic sites with fire pits and grills. The south of the state is where some of its most impressive spots are located. White Sands National Monument is a land of rolling white dunes, so white that you might confuse the sand for snow. The monument is home to many interesting wildlife species. While the area allows for backcountry tent camping only, there are lots of campgrounds and RV parks near White Sands. Another gem of the Chihuahuan Desert is Carlsbad Caverns National Park, a rocky underground realm waiting to be explored. New Mexico RV parks can be found along most major highways, but if you're looking forward to an urban camping trip, you will find good options in Albuquerque. Full hookups, swimming pools, restrooms, and showers are just some of the available amenities. Most Albuquerque RV parks and campgrounds are located outside the city center, so you can stay close to Petroglyph National Monument or Cibola National Forest while being able to reach the city in a matter of minutes. Dream of camping by a lake or a river and breathing in some fresh air? This is exactly what you'll find at the state parks of eastern New Mexico. Travelers who are looking for top-notch fishing spots and calm waters can try their luck at Santa Rosa Lake State Park or Ute Lake State Park. Opt for a campervan rental in New Mexico and go from the deepest caverns to the highest mountain peaks in just a few hours. This state's got it all! Start planning your New Mexico RV rental adventure today.

Datil Well Recreation Area Campground, NM

Datil Well Recreation Area Campground includes one of 15 water wells along the old Magdalena Livestock Driveway. The old cattle trail was established in the 1800s and stretched 120 miles from Springerville, Arizona, to Magdalena, New Mexico. The area includes 3 miles of hiking trails in piсon-juniper and ponderosa pine woodlands, with scenic views of the San Augustin Plains. The trail and vistas also offer an occasional glimpse of wildlife in a setting of quiet and solitude. You can close your eyes and almost hear the cattle lowing as they settle in for the night.Please leave a clean camp and respect the facilities and natural surroundings. Pack it in. Pack it out.
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Location info

Unnamed Road, Datil, NM

Amenities

Historic & cultural site, Camping, Hiking, Picnicking, Visitor center, Wildlife viewing

Aguirre Spring Campground, NM

The high wall, needle-like spires of the Organ Mountains curve dramatically around a semicircle of Chihuahuan Desert habitat at the Aguirre Spring Campground. The campground, nestled at the base of spectacular cliffs, overlooks the Tularosa Basin and White Sands National Monument. Alligator juniper, gray oak, mountain mahogany and sotol are a few of the abundant plant species here. Seasonal springs and streams occur in the canyon bottoms, with a few perennial springs that support riparian habitats.
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Location info

Aguirre Springs Road, Las Cruces, NM

Amenities

Camping, Hiking, Picnicking, Wildlife viewing, Horseback riding

Coal Mine Campground, NM

Overview

Coal Mine Campground is situated in the upper portion of the Cibola National Forest in west-central New Mexico. Visitors enjoy hiking the Coal Mine Canyon Nature Trail, as well as picnicking and scenic driving.

Recreation

The Coal Mine Canyon Nature Trail begins in the campground and leads hikers less than half a mile on a path through the forest. A variety of additional hikes and points of exploration are nearby.

Visitors also picnicking in the surrounding area. The Sandia and Manzano Mountains offer extensive stretches of scenic drives.

Facilities

The campground offers more than a dozen sites for tent or RV camping. Each site can accommodate up to 10 people. Utility hookups are not available. Some parking spurs are …
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Location info

Coal Mine Campground Road, Grants, NM

Amenities

Camping, Hiking, Scenic drive

Aspen Group Area, NM

Overview

At an elevation of almost 9,000 ft., campers at the Aspen Group Area can expect cool, crisp, mountain breezes coming off the steep Sacramento Mountains - perfect for an escape from the scorching desert valley below. The campground is surrounded by mixed pine, fir, and plenty of white-trunked aspen trees, with a high likelihood of blue skies above.

The Sacramento Mountains overlook Dog Canyon and the Tularosa Basin. Take advantage of the campground's high elevation and revel in the breathtaking beauty of the region's unspoiled vistas stretching out over the Tularosa Basin. Wildlife in the area includes elk, deer, bears. With some luck, you could even spot a roadrunner.

Recreation

The campground is surrounded by a series of hiking …
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Location info

Bent, NM

Amenities

Camping

Black Bear Group Area, NM

Overview

Black Bear is perched atop the scenic Sacramento Mountains of south-central New Mexico, near Alamogordo and Cloudcroft. The site is surrounded by the aromatic pine trees and aspen groves of Lincoln National Forest. The group area is conveniently connected to a network of hiking and biking trails. Bring your camera and binoculars for the chance to spot elk, deers, birds, and even black bear.

The black bears are arguably the most celebrated wildlife in the area due to the fact that the original Smokey Bear was found here. While battling a fire in 1950, firefighters rescued a burned bear cub clinging to a scorched tree in Lincoln National Forest. The bear was adopted by the US Forest Service and …

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Location info

Pierce Canyon Road, Cloudcroft, NM

Amenities

Camping

Upper Fir Group Area, NM

Overview

Upper Fir Group Area is one of the most popular campsites in the Sacramento Mountain area. Unique to its neighboring campgrounds, it's set far back from public roads, allowing for true peace and quiet.

The campground is on the northwestern portion of the Lincoln National Forest, a protected area spanning an incredible 1.1 million acres of land. Spend your days exploring the mountains, or head west for a day trip to explore White Sands National Monument, the world's largest dune field of pure, white gypsum sand.

Recreation

An open meadow, perfect for sports like ultimate Frisbee or horseshoes, is connected to the campground. The Rim Trail is a short hike or drive away, offering epic views, rocky inclines, and …
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Location info

Rainmaker Loop, Cloudcroft, NM

Amenities

Camping

Slide Group Area, NM

Overview

Just two miles from the village of Cloudcroft is this idyllic campground accommodating groups up to 90 visitors. Take advantage of the views of the Tularosa Basin or bask in the sun on the wildflower-dusted mountain meadow. A network of trails surround the campground, where you can look for deer, elk, and many types of birds. The region is part of the 1.1 million acres of Lincoln National Forest, where the original Smokey Bear was rescued as a cub from a forest fire.

There's no shortage of beauty in the area, with expansive blue skies, clear nights for stargazing, and hikes to several peaks and overlooks. Attractions in the vicinity include White Sands National Monument, the Oliver Lee Memorial …

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Coronal Loop, Sunspot, NM

Amenities

Camping

Paliza Campground, NM

Overview

Paliza Campground sits beneath sandstone cliffs on the Jemez Ranger District of the Santa Fe National Forest. The area is replete with culture, offering visitors a glimpse into the past. Ample recreation opportunities exist at or near the campground, which makes it a wonderful outdoor destination.

Recreation

Hiking, wildlife viewing and scenic drives are some of the popular activities enjoyed near the campground. Striking views of an ancient volcanic crater amid the rolling hills, can be seen from the Cerro Pelado Scenic Overlook, about 11 miles from the campground.

Off-road vehicle trails and numerous hiking and mountain biking trails surround the campground.

Facilities

The campground offers a variety of sites available for tent and RV camping. The majority of …
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Location info

Unnamed Road, Jemez Springs, NM

Amenities

Historic & cultural site, Camping, Hiking, Wildlife viewing, Biking, Day use area

Holy Ghost Group Area Campground, NM

Overview

Holy Ghost Campground sits in the Santa Fe National Forest on the edge of the Pecos Wilderness. The Holy Ghost Creek runs alongside the campground. Numerous trails in the area lead hikers and horseback riders into the surrounding wilderness area.

Recreation

Hiking and horseback riding are the most popular activities at Holy Ghost Campground. The trailhead at the campground accesses a 350-mile network of trails within the Pecos Wilderness, including Holy Ghost Trail, which accesses Skyline Trail and beautiful Stewart Lake.

Anglers enjoy fly-fishing on Holy Ghost Creek. Brown trout and stocked rainbow trout are found in the cool waters.

Facilities

The campground offers one accessible group campsite that can accommodate up to 40 people. It is equipped with …
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Location info

Holy Ghost Canyon Road, Tererro, NM

Amenities

Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Wildlife viewing

Jacks Creek Group Area, NM

Overview

Jack's Creek Group Area is a forested, high-elevation campground about 50 miles from Santa Fe. Perfect for family reunions, recreation events and other large group gatherings, the campground has two group units available that can each hold 40 people. The campground sits at approximately 8,000 feet in the Santa Fe National Forest. Visitors enjoy the moderate temperatures and cool mountain breezes while the campground is open from mid-April to mid-November. The surrounding wilderness provides astounding views.

Recreation

Hikers find this campground convenient to the popular Jack's Creek Trail nearby. Fishermen also enjoy fishing for rainbow and brown trout in Jack's Creek.

Facilities

A campground host patrols the campground on a routine basis and is available to answer questions. Campers …
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Location info

Unnamed Road, Tererro, NM

Amenities

Camping, Picnicking

Black Canyon Campground, NM

Overview

Black Canyon Campground is in a great location to experience some of the finest mountain scenery the Southwest has to offer. The facility is newly renovated and provides access to a variety of outdoor recreational activities.

Recreation

Hikers enjoy a pleasant hiking 1.5-mile trail that loops around the campground and into the surrounding forest. Several additional hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding trails are located nearby.

The Pecos Wilderness can be accessed eight miles from the campground, with many trails leading to majestic peaks and through valleys, canyons and forested groves.

Many recreation opportunities exist along Highway 475, both above and below Black Canyon Campground, including hiking and biking trails and picnic areas. In the winter, the area offers …
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Location info

Nambe, NM

Amenities

Camping, Hiking, Biking

Lower Fir Group Area, NM

Overview

Lower Fir Group Area is a high-energy and highly popular group campground in the Sacramento Mountain area. The site is set away from public roads, so that outside noise is non-existent, leaving only the sweet sounds of rustling aspen leaves.

The campground sits within the Lincoln National Forest, which spans 1.1 million acres of undisturbed landscape. Spend your days exploring the mountain trails, or head west for a day trip to White Sands National Monument, the world's largest dune field of pure, white gypsum sand. Bring your camera and binoculars for the chance to observe wild elk, deer, birds, and even an occasional black bear.

Recreation

An open meadow, ideal for activities like volleyball or horseshoes, is adjacent to …
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Location info

Unnamed Road, Cloudcroft, NM

Amenities

Camping

Hopewell Lake Campground, NM

Overview

Hopewell Lake Campground sits next to its scenic namesake lake between Tres Piedras and Tierra Amarilla in northern New Mexico. Visitors enjoy horseback riding, hiking, fishing and canoeing.

Recreation

The 14-acre lake is perfect for canoeing and is regularly stocked with rainbow and brook trout. The Contiental Divide National Scenic Trail goes through the campgound, and is popular with horseback riders and hikers.

Facilities

The campground has 31 camping sites. There is also a group day-use shelter and group overnight campsite, both available by reservation. Horse corrals and water troughs are available at two campsites. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. First-come, first-served sites are available.

Natural Features

Hopewell Lake is a small, man-made lake, set high in …
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Location info

Unnamed Road, Tierra Amarilla, NM

Amenities

Camping, Fishing, Hunting

Fawn Lakes Campground, NM

Overview

Fawn Lakes Campground is located in Carson National Forest, one of a few campgrounds located along the scenic canyons of Red River. Visitors enjoy fishing and exploring nearby hiking trails.

Recreation

Located between Questa and Red River, many activities such as hiking and fishing are available to visitors either at the campground or a short drive away. There is fishing access for Red River and to the nearby small lakes. Columbine Trailhead is within 4 miles and starts at Columbine Campground.

Facilities

The campground contains 18 family overnight sites, of which three are tent-only sites. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Firewood is available for purchase from the host.

Natural Features

The Red River runs adjacent to the …
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Location info

Forest Road 597, Questa, NM

Amenities

Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Hotel/lodge/resort privately owned

Cimarron Campground, NM

Overview

Cimarron Campground is located in the scenic Valle Vidal within Carson National Forest in northern New Mexico, at an elevation of 9,300 feet. The sites are tucked among spruce, aspen and fir trees, and the camp offers an open range feel.

Visitors have opportunities to enjoy a variety of recreational activities in a picturesque setting. Viewing wildlife and simply relaxing in the mountain air are popular activities.

Recreation

Anglers can fish for Rio Grande cutthroat trout in Comanche Creek and the Rio Pueblo. Nearby Shuree Ponds offers excellent fishing. The smaller pond is a fishing hole for kids 12 and under. The main pond is stocked with rainbow trout and is also popular for float tubing.

The area around …
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Location info

F R 1910, NM

Amenities

Camping, Hiking, Wildlife viewing, Hunting, Fishing, Biking, Water sports

San Antonio Campground, NM

Overview

San Antonio Campground is adjacent to the San Antonio River, tucked into a forest of ponderosa pine at 7,600 feet above sea level. This popular campground is open from May through October in the Santa Fe National Forest. Visitors should be prepared for hot summer days and cool nights.

San Antonio Campground was completely rebuilt and reopened in August 2010. It is designated as a reduced impact and recycle campground.

Recreation

A paved walking trail along the river provides access for fishing. Anglers can fish for rainbow trout. Visitors enjoy wading in the river on hot summer days.

The campground offers easy driving access to several recreational sites nearby, including the popular La Cueva Picnic Site, Spence Hot Spring …
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Location info

New Mexico 126, Jemez Springs, NM

Amenities

Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Wildlife viewing

Ponderosa Campground, NM

Overview

Ponderosa Group Campground is located 6 miles from the park's main entrance and is an ideal place to stay for large groups visiting Bandelier National Monument. The campground is adjacent to Ponderosa Trail Head providing access to more than 70 miles of hiking trails and is just a short drive from the Visitor Center, the Frijoles Canyon Shuttle System (mid-May to mid-October), and the town of Los Alamos, Valles Caldera National Preserve, Manhattan Project National Historic Site, and the Santa Fe National Forest.

Ponderosa Group Campground is open year-round (Water is only available from mid-May to mid-October). Frijoles Canyon and the park Visitor Center are accessible only by shuttle bus from mid-May to mid-October. The shuttle bus system stops …

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Location info

New Mexico 4, Los Alamos, NM

Amenities

Camping, Hiking, Picnicking, Wildlife viewing, Day use area, Wilderness, Star gazing, Birding

Juniper Campground, NM

Overview

For large groups visiting Bandelier National Monument, the group campsites at Juniper Family Campground are the ideal place to stay. Juniper Family Campground has two group sites that can hold 10-20 campers. Located just inside the main park entrance, the campground is a short drive from the Visitor Center, the Frijoles Canyon Shuttle bus system, and the adjacent town of Los Alamos. The campground has indoor restrooms with running water but no showers, picnic tables, grills, firerings, and food lockers. A trailhead is accessible from the campground as well.

From mid-May to mid-October, the Shuttle bus system is in service, running between the Visitor Center in Frijoles Canyon, the amphitheater parking area in Juniper Family Campground, and the White …

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Location info

Abert Squirrel Loop, Los Alamos, NM

Amenities

Historic & cultural site, Camping, Hiking, Visitor center, Wildlife viewing, Evening programs, Amphitheater, Interpretive programs, Wilderness, Guided interpretive walks, Star gazing, Birding

Cochiti Area Recreation Area, NM

Overview

Cochiti Recreation Area is located in Sandoval County, New Mexico, within the boundaries of the Pueblo de Cochiti Indian Reservation. The lake offers two public recreation areas: Cochiti on the west side of the lake and Tetilla Peak on the east side. Both sides offer spectacular scenic views of the water and surrounding mountains. The Cochiti Dam is one of the ten largest earth-fill dams in the United States, and also one of the largest in the world. The lake derives its name from the Indian Pueblo on the Cochiti Reservation.

Recreation

Our quiet lake is an ideal location for all paddle, wind surfing, and sailing craft. The lake is also a popular fishing spot for species such as …
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Location info

Cochiti Lake Road, Cochiti Lake, NM

Amenities

Camping, Hiking, Wildlife viewing, Fishing, Swimming site, Paddling, Biking, Day use area

Riana - Abiquiu Lake Campground, NM

Overview

Riana Campground is located on a 150 ft. bluff overlooking the scenic Abiquiu Lake in northern New Mexico, just one hour northwest of charming Santa Fe. The lake sits at an elevation of 6,400 feet on the Rio Chama, a tributary of the legendary Rio Grande.

Recreation

Abiquiu Lake offers many opportunities for outdoor recreation. The fishing here is some of the finest in northern New Mexico.

Visitors enjoy boating, water skiing, and hiking. Lake shore access for boat launching is 1 mile from the campground.

Facilities

Riana Campground hosts 52 campsites, 13 of which have electric and water hookups. Flush toilets, showers, and drinking water are provided, as are picnic shelters, grills, lantern posts, and tent pads. A …
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Location info

New Mexico 96, Gallina, NM

Amenities

Camping, Hiking, Boating, Fishing, Biking