Thirteen miles southeast of Fort Sumner, Pecos Campground sits within Sumner Lake State Park on the shores of a desert reservoir. The campground accommodates RVs up to 66 feet with full hookups including electric, water, and sewer connections, though some sites present challenges with hookup spacing that may require longer hoses and cords.
Sites feature covered picnic tables and fire rings, with several offering three-sided adobe structures that provide wind protection and additional shade. The gravel sites are generally level with ample spacing between neighbors. Steel trash cans at each site get emptied twice daily by park rangers. A bathhouse serves the campground, though it requires a walk uphill from lakeside sites. Cell service varies by carrier, with reviewers reporting three bars of Verizon and two bars of AT&T from different locations.
The lake provides swimming and fishing opportunities, though evening hours bring mosquitoes and gnats near the water. Afternoon winds are common but typically subside by evening. Wildlife includes wild turkeys that wander through the campground, and campers should watch for rattlesnakes, scorpions, and tarantulas in this desert environment. Debbie J. notes the area "is super dark at night and awesome for stargazing."
The campground works well for RV travelers needing full hookups and those wanting lake access, with reservations available through New Mexico State Parks.
Description
This lake on the grassy plains offers many activities, such as boating, swimming, fishing, wildlife viewing, and birding. Relax at a campsite with views of the lake after a hike along the lakeshore.
Warning 6 Alerts are In Effect
There are 6 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
Warning 6 Alerts are In Effect
There are 6 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
The use of off-highway motor vehicles (OHVs) is prohibited in New Mexico State Parks, as stipulated by the NM OHV Act and State Park Regulations (NMSA 66-3-1011, 16-2-33 19 NMAC Ch 5 Sec 2.16 A).
To ensure compliance with ADA regulations, vehicles parked at handicap campsites must visibly display a valid handicapped placard or possess a license plate indicating handicapped status; otherwise, relocation will be required.
Make it your goal to extinguish hot coals. If your campfire is too hot to touch, it's too hot to leave. Drown it with water, stir it with a shovel, and repeat until your campfire is out cold! Learn more from Smokey Bear.
Please bring proof of your reservation with you to your campsite.
Building, maintaining, attending or using a fire, campfire, charcoal, coal, or wood stove is prohibited. The use of devices fueled solely by liquid petroleum or LPG fuels that can be turned on and off is allowed. Such devices can only be used in an area that is barren or cleared of all overhead and surrounding flammable materials within three (3) feet of the device. Smoking is prohibited, except within an enclosed vehicle or building.
THE CUSTOMER MUST CONTACT THE PARK TO ADVISE THEM OF LATE ARRIVAL THE SITE WILL BE RELEASED FOR RESERVATIONS / FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED ON THE SECOND DAY AFTER 4:00 P.M.. NO REFUND WILL BE DUE.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsPecos Campground is located in New Mexico near Fort Sumner
Directions
From Interstate 40 at Santa Rosa, take US 84 South to State Road 203 then west on 203 for 6 miles to Park Entrance. Follow main campground road for another 2 miles to Pecos or Mesquite Loop. From US 60/84 in Fort Sumner take US 84 North to State Road 203 then west use the directions above.
Address
HC 64 BOX 125
Fort Sumner, NM 88119
Coordinates
34.615 N
104.393 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile is introducing T-Satellite to extend coverage in the outdoors
T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 5/28/26
VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 12 usersLast on 5/30/26
AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 5/30/26
Connectivity
T-Mobile is introducing T-Satellite to extend coverage in the outdoors- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 5/28/26
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 12 usersLast on 5/30/26
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 5/30/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 23 min from Albuquerque, NM
- 2 hrs 26 min from Santa Fe, NM
- 2 hrs 48 min from Lubbock, TX
- 2 hrs 59 min from Amarillo, TX
