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Appaloosa Area — Caballo Lake State Park

5 Reviews

Appaloosa Area, near Caballo Lake State Park, is a well-equipped campground that caters to both tent and RV campers. With sites featuring water and electric hookups, it’s a practical choice for those looking to enjoy the great outdoors without sacrificing comfort.

Visitors have praised the clean facilities, including spotless bathrooms and convenient trash disposal. One camper noted, “The bathrooms are spotless!” which speaks volumes about the upkeep here. The campground also offers lovely picnic tables under gazebos, perfect for enjoying meals while soaking in the beautiful views of the surrounding mountains and the lake.

For those eager to explore, the nearby towns of Truth or Consequences, Hillsboro, and Hatch offer plenty of sightseeing opportunities. Campers have enjoyed short walking trails around the park and even a soak in the hot springs nearby. As one reviewer mentioned, “Dark enough with no moon to see the Milky Way—a rare treat these days.”

While the ground can be a bit rocky, making it less ideal for tent camping, the overall experience is enhanced by the friendly camp hosts and the daily patrols by rangers. Whether you're here for a weekend or a longer stay, Appaloosa Area provides a welcoming atmosphere and a chance to connect with nature.

Description

State Park

Caballo Lake State Park

Apaloosa campground has 23 sites that are tent and RV friendly with 30 am hookups, water, toilets and is pet friendly. No showers at this location. But it is located within walking distance to Caballo Lake and has pull through sites with electric and water to accomodate motorhomes, travel trailers, 5th wheels or tent camping

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Location

Appaloosa Area — Caballo Lake State Park is located in New Mexico

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Coordinates

32.909299656698984 N
107.30732369833987 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Good
  • Verizon
    Unknown
  • AT&T
    Unknown
  • T-Mobile
    Good

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)

Features

For Campers

  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Water Hookups
  • Pull-Through Sites
  • 30 Amp Hookups

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5 Reviews

Teresa T.The Dyrt PRO User
Reviewed Dec. 2, 2024

Flat spots with hook ups

This is a pretty normal lake campground. Not a lot of shade or privacy but picnic tables and covered outdoor spaces. There are bathrooms close by and they seem fine. Quiet during the off season and nice hiking trails.

Site10
Month of VisitNovember
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B
Reviewed Mar. 24, 2023

Good Campground

Stayed at the Appaloosa Campground. Was surprised when we should up that we had water. Electric works great. Ground is pretty hard and rocky so wouldn’t be good for tent camping.

SiteAppaloosa 10
Month of VisitMarch
  • Review photo of Appaloosa Area — Caballo Lake State Park by Brody , March 24, 2023
  • Review photo of Appaloosa Area — Caballo Lake State Park by Brody , March 24, 2023
Dave G.
Reviewed Jan. 7, 2022

Clean campground, friendly camp hosts, and courteous Rangers

After spending 10 days here, it's time to give a review!  We stayed at site 12, in the Appaloosa campground.  The sites are all pull through  with water, electric (20 amp and 30 amp), and shelter; and the dump station. surrounded by a cactus garden, makes the nasty job of dumping a little more palatable ;-).   The Rangers drive through daily, as well as, the camp hosts checking the surroundings.  The bathrooms are spotless!  There are many activities and sight seeing opportunities to visit in the nearby towns of T & C, Hillsboro, and Hatch, to name a few.  We don't believe you'll be disappointed staying here. We will be returning!

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Month of VisitDecember
  • Review photo of Appaloosa Area — Caballo Lake State Park by Dave G., January 7, 2022
  • Review photo of Appaloosa Area — Caballo Lake State Park by Dave G., January 7, 2022
  • Review photo of Appaloosa Area — Caballo Lake State Park by Dave G., January 7, 2022
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K
Reviewed Sep. 10, 2021

Nice

Level, stone covered sites. Picnic tables under gazebo covering. Various levels of hookups. FHU to none. Ours has H2O and electric. Walking distance from lake. Garbage containers in each separate campground.

SiteAppaloosa 26
Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of Appaloosa Area — Caballo Lake State Park by Kevin , September 10, 2021
Ray & Terri F.The Dyrt PRO User
Reviewed Mar. 4, 2020

Beautiful Views

Were there in mid February. At the Appaloosa campground. Nice campground. We only had 30 amp, but that didn't seem to be a problem. Nice, covered picnic table/patio. Beautiful view of the mountains and Lake. Lovely sunsets.(look for the elephant shadow on the mountain at sunset). Serenaded by mourning doves and flocks or overflying geese. Not much around, but did have a nice soak in the Hot Springs in Truth or Consequences. Short, easy walking trails around park. Descent bathrooms and showers. Dark enough with no moon to see the Milky Way- a rare treat these days. Would stay again.

When we left we drove through a kitchy little town called Hatch, might want to check that out next time.

Site27
Month of VisitFebruary
  • Review photo of Appaloosa Area — Caballo Lake State Park by Ray & Terri F., March 4, 2020
  • Review photo of Appaloosa Area — Caballo Lake State Park by Ray & Terri F., March 4, 2020
  • Review photo of Appaloosa Area — Caballo Lake State Park by Ray & Terri F., March 4, 2020
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to camp at Appaloosa Area — Caballo Lake State Park?

    Camping at Appaloosa Area — Caballo Lake State Park can starts at $40.00.

  • Does Appaloosa Area — Caballo Lake State Park have RV hookups?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Appaloosa Area — Caballo Lake State Park has 30 amp electric hookups and water hookups.

  • What is the max vehicle length at Appaloosa Area — Caballo Lake State Park?

    Appaloosa Area — Caballo Lake State Park allows vehicles up to 40 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Appaloosa Area — Caballo Lake State Park?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Appaloosa Area — Caballo Lake State Park, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Appaloosa Area — Caballo Lake State Park have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Appaloosa Area — Caballo Lake State Park does not have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Appaloosa Area — Caballo Lake State Park?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is unknown, AT&T is unknown, and T-Mobile is good.