Enchanted Circle Campground, near Angel Fire, New Mexico, is a unique spot that stands out for its serene atmosphere and well-thought-out amenities. With only seven sites, it offers a sense of privacy that many campers appreciate, making it feel like you’ve found your own little slice of nature.

The campground is equipped with fire pits, picnic tables, and even solar lights that create a cozy ambiance at night. Visitors have raved about the spacious sites, with one camper noting, “The spots are generally big and filled with amenities,” which makes it a great choice for both tent and RV camping. You’ll also find a peaceful environment where wildlife is often the main entertainment, with owls and other critters adding to the charm.

For those who enjoy outdoor activities, the area is perfect for hiking and exploring the beautiful New Mexico landscape. Campers have mentioned the nearby ponds, which are great for fishing, and the chance to see local wildlife like deer and prairie dogs. If you’re looking for a quiet getaway with a touch of rustic charm, Enchanted Circle Campground is definitely worth considering.

PLEASE READ ALL OF THE DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH SITE BEFORE YOU BOOK. NOT ALL SITES ARE ACCESSIBLE TO RVs.

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Nestled in the Carson National Forest@ 9000ft in the Sangre de Cristo mountains in the southern region of the Colorado Rockies lies Enchanted Circle Campgrounds. E<< is a quiet, exclusive, totally unique, primitive campground that generally has open camping sites during the camping season of May 1st until October 31st.

E<< was Voted #1 Campground in NM for 2020, 2021, and 2022." Number #4 in the Country by Forbes!

There are 7 Private campsites.

Site#1: This is the smallest campsite, but it overlooks the valley and lakes and is most often the favorite. It is not large enough for any camper beside teardrops, popups, and anything smaller than 16 ft. It is best served as a tent site.

Site#2: is located in the middle of the ranch. It is one of the larger of the spots and perfect for campers and trailers. It overlooks the valley and has 2 fire pits and hammocks. A great site for more than one trailer or RV. It is also easily accessible.

Site#3: It is the most remote. It sits on top of a pretty large cliff system that the Ute Indians actually lived in and has some of the best views. It is on top of a cliff though and is not the best fit for groups with small children. TRAILERS CANNOT GET TO SITE 3, due to tight turns.

Spot 4. This spot is great for larger groups. It is the furthest spot from the gate. It is nestled in the middle of a valley full of Aspens. There are Hammocks, giant fire pits, pergolas, Log Benches, and plenty of space to explore.

Spot 5. It is the flattest spot on the entire ranch, and the easiest to access. This spot is our stargazer site, it has the biggest views and is the most open site@ECC. There are trees, but it is mainly the sky. This site was built and intended for Large RVs and Motor Homes larger than 34 ft. But, If it is available, feel free to book it whether or not you are in a tent or RV.

Spot 6 was also built for Larger Rvs Or larger Groups with multiple tents. It is also very accessible to Motorhomes and large units. It is a mix of all of the environments we have here, with Big skies, Big trees, big views, and great privacy.

Spot 7 is Identical to spot 6. Big RVs, Big Skies, Big Views. Easy accessibility.

Spot 8 is only accessible to tents. It is the newest and most remote site. Surrounded by forest it is tucked away and feels the wildest.

At ECC, you are surrounded by trees and wildlife no matter what spot you choose. Each spot usually has a campfire grill, cast iron skillet, dutch oven, coffee pot, grilling utensils, shovel, hatchet, trash can, hammocks, and other small necessities. With Covid 19, we have removed all of the cooking utensils, cast iron, and coffee pots. You will need to bring these items with you. We have also added handwashing stations and Antibacterial hand soap at each site. We are also Sanitizing the entire campsite after each checkout to ensure all of our guest Safety to the best of our abilities. Numerous trails wander their way through the pine forest, with many more hiking opportunities within a short drive. The Ranch has both long and short nature hikes that allow for views of local flora, fauna, and wheeler peak. We have too many to count, primitive and natural mountain bike trails, and many more to discover or trail blaze. We also offer Coleman 49CC mini bikes for rent by the day to explore all over the ranch. They are great fun.

ECC has 7 natural ground(underground) fed springs that run year-round. 3 spring-fed ponds, 2 of which are stocked with rainbow trout as well as native brown trout, and crawfish. The natives are very picky eaters and require more patience than I usually have. Many of our campers seem to have what it takes as they are caught often, but the rainbows bite on a few different things, you just have to find the right one, and then it's game on. We stock the ponds at the beginning of the season each year. You can keep what you catch, up to 2 per person per day. But, you are also more than welcome to catch and release as often as you like. We have just about every terrain here as well, from prairie and marshland to cliffs and mountainous forests. We have a little over 900 feet of elevation change on the ranch. We have numerous species of wildlife that call the ranch home. We have elk, mule deer, turkeys, bobcats, prairie dogs, beavers, bears, and the occasional mountain lion. We also have our horses, goats, pigs, and chickens free-roaming within the fenced ranch. It is really important to leave all objects you find on the land where you found them(bones, things at the sweat lodge, etc) because this is sacred land and we all need to respect that.

Our Ranch can accommodate individuals, families, and both large and small groups. We also love to support Veterans, LEO, and Emergency Services. We will cover one night, for up to 4 campers, for any of those professionals.

The biggest draw to ECC besides ECC itself is its proximity to Angel Fire and the Ski and Mountain Bike Resort. Located just 5 miles from Town. There is plenty of exploring to do both on the ranch and in town. We are also located within 15 minutes of 3 State Parks. Come check it out! It might just be your favorite secret spot.

Enchanted Circle Campground E<< - #1 Campground in NM

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Lots of hiking and forest to explore. You can hear the elk bugling and the see every star at night. This camp site has everything you need and is perfect little getaway. 

Great quite place to camp!

This is a private ranch on many acres. You cannot see any other campers from your site. No electricity but water is available near the owners home. This is boondocking in a very safe environment! You do not have to worry about anything. If you want to go in to Angel Fire and explore you will find plenty to do in this area or you can just stay on the ranch and hike, bike, ride ATV’s or just sit and watch the prairie dogs, horses, deer or whatever else decides to come by. The sites have fire pits, benches and even hammocks. I believe there is only 5 sites on this huge piece of property. The hosts made us feel comfortable and they came by every evening to gather trash.

Elbow Room

At $55/night I initially was a little skeptical.  What is worth $55/night to pitch a tent.  The owners here showed me.  They really go above and beyond making each campground unique, hospitable, and artsy.  There’s solar powered lights that come in at night that give just the right amount of festive touch without overdoing it or being too bright.  There’s solitude yet connectedness.  The spit we’re at, #3, is perfect for tents.  Huge fire pit, great huge log benches, an awesome campfire cooking set, a charcoal grill as well, portapotty, trash can, water, and even a small welcome packet with cards and dish soap.  It’s a lovely and thoughtful place.  Just a hint of glamping - the perfect amount in my opinion.  We’ll be back for sure. 
Oh the animals!  How could I forget!?!?!?  My daughter would come back for the pigs, goats, horses, cats, chipmunks, prairie dogs, and assorted other animals as well.  
The owners are over the moon wonderful.  Can’t say enough.  One of the best camp sites I’ve ever been to. 

Worth every penny

We stayed at ECC last summer and are counting down the days until we leave to head back!  It is absolutely beautiful and so quiet. The owners are very friendly and helpful. The site we stayed in last year was the Aspens and this year we are staying at the Cliffs.

Perfectly peaceful!

Enchanted Circle Campground is not like most campgrounds. One, there are only 7 spots with a rumored 8th spot coming in the future. Two, the spots are generally big and filled with amenities. Our spot had a pergola, many solar lights, two fire pits, two hammock, a charcoal grill, log benches, fire tongs, hand sanitizer, a first aid kit, cooking utensils, etc. Third, the spaces are relatively far apart so you feel like you are the only people in the vicinity. The property has an outdoor family games area, two private ponds that you can fish in, and the owners animals that sometimes roam the property. There is abundant wildlife that make the property their home. In fact, that is what you usually hear is the wildlife. We heard a family of owls while we enjoyed a nice campfire. Sometimes you can hear loud traffic on the road that goes by the property. It is a reminder that you are not that far away from civilization. You can venture off the property for some of the other local restaurants or attractions. I don't know why you would leave the peace and quiet though. Some of the spots are tent only as you can't get a small trailer in. If you are a tent camper and have some friends, I would recommend site #3. Just be careful about the nearby cliff. No small children recommended for that site. I was jealous that we couldn't get our tear drop to that site. We were at site #2 and it is pretty big and can fit multiple trailers. We had a medium size tear drop and one tent with plenty of more space available. The road to the sites is a dirt road and there is evidence that is well maintained. The only regret is that we didn't have more time. Will have to go back and it is easy to see why so many people love this place.

Peaceful Private Camping

This was our second stay and it was great. So much so we plan to be back this year to get some fall colors in. The place is very quiet and peaceful. You will feel like you are alone in the back woods where someone set up a great camping site. The fire pit is huge and has benches all around. Solar lights and wind chimes are strategically placed in the area. There is a garbage can at the site so you don't have to go far to take your trash. If you want to experience the mountains in New Mexico and like peace and quiet, this is the place to go.

Second Stay and will be back

ECC is unlike any other "campgrounds," there is simply nothing else like it.  Best in the west for sure.

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