Best Glamping near Bernalillo, NM

Several glamping options surround Bernalillo, New Mexico, with Albuquerque North/Bernalillo KOA Journey offering upscale accommodations including deluxe cabins and glamping tents with comfortable bedding, electricity, and climate control systems. The KOA provides a perfect balance of outdoor adventure and luxury amenities, including hot showers, clean facilities, and proximity to local attractions. "The staff here are awesome, very friendly and always available to help with anything you need," noted one guest about their experience. Turquoise Trail Campground also features glamping accommodations with furnished canvas tents that include proper beds with linens, electricity, and private outdoor spaces, making it an excellent luxury camping option for those wanting comfort while enjoying New Mexico's striking desert landscapes.

The glamping experience at these locations extends beyond comfortable accommodations to include unique amenities and activities. Albuquerque KOA Journey connects directly to a local brewery within walking distance, offering organic pizza and craft beers after a day of outdoor adventures. According to a recent visitor, "This place is amazing! The service was fantastic and the brewery—that you can walk to—had amazing food, beer, and a front yard full of games!" Both glamping destinations provide excellent bases for exploring nearby attractions including the Sandia Mountains, numerous pueblos, Bandelier National Monument, and Petroglyph National Monument. Most luxury outdoor stays in the area operate year-round, with amenities like swimming pools, outdoor movie nights, and playground facilities that enhance the glamping experience beyond traditional camping.

Best Glamping Sites Near Bernalillo, New Mexico (12)

    1. Albuquerque KOA Journey

    47 Reviews
    Monticello, NM
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (505) 296-2729

    "Staff was friendly. Past reviews mentioned that this KOA was in a terrible neighborhood, but it didn’t seem so bad to us and we had no incidents. CG is gated and staffed 24/7."

    "Very tidy, no trash. Nice pull through sites with rock "yards". Bathrooms were clean, staff was friendly. Thr highway noise didn't even bother us. Thanks Albuquerque KOA!"

    2. Turquoise Trail Campground

    33 Reviews
    Cibola National Forest and Grasslands, NM
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (505) 281-2005

    "they have a dishwashing stations and two bathhouses. The lady at the front desk was helpful and extremely nice. There is a store really close by also!"

    "CAMPGROUND REVIEW: Turquoise Trail Campground, Cedar Crest, NM Turquoise Trail Campground is a small privately owned campground located five miles north of I-40 off Route 14 (exit 175) just outside"

    3. Albuquerque North / Bernalillo KOA

    14 Reviews
    Bernalillo, NM
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (800) 562-3616

    "This is a civilized campground located just a few minutes north of Albuquerque. Amenities include a camp store and laundry room."

    "Staff are friendly, there is laundry and Wi-Fi on site, and the campground connects to a brewery a short walk away!"

    4. Vista Linda Campground — Santa Fe National Forest

    18 Reviews
    Jemez Springs, NM
    30 miles
    +1 (575) 829-3535

    $20 / night

    "Each camp site has a grill, a fire pit, and a canopy which was perfect to set up our hammocks in. There is a small stream that runs through the campground, which claims to have fish, mainly trout!"

    "We only stayed for one night but we enjoyed this location! The surrounding views were fantastic. Walking along the Jemez River was a great evening activity."

    5. Little Dancing Horse Ranch

    1 Review
    Santo Domingo Pueblo, NM
    22 miles
    Website

    $45 - $68 / night

    "We ended up staying during a rainy weekend, and my tiny Prius C made it up and down the trail twice, albeit very slowly."

    6. Santa Fe KOA

    29 Reviews
    Glorieta, NM
    44 miles
    Website
    +1 (505) 466-1419

    "We did not get a tent spot but opted for a small trailer site with electric and water. Our spot was near the bathhouse but not too close."

    "Super clean Polite staff Firewood available Brand new playground 20 min from Santa Fe Showers / bathrooms 30/50 amp Fenced dog parks/fire pit areas fenced for pets Lots of space between units"

    7. Rancheros de Santa Fe

    26 Reviews
    Eldorado at Santa Fe, NM
    42 miles
    Website
    +1 (505) 466-3482

    "Just a short drive to the outskirts of Santa Fe in mountain country we found our campground, Rancheros de Santa Fe."

    "This is a pretty sprawling campground, with all kinds of sites(tent only, large sites with only 30 amp service, some sites with full hook up, others with just water& electric and a few water only."

    8. Paliza Campground

    3 Reviews
    Jemez Springs, NM
    28 miles
    Website

    $15 / night

    "Multiple sites available, with a big pavilion. Some hiking nearby, small creeks, and plenty of beautiful trees."

    "You are surrounded by old growth pine trees while camping in an old CCC base camp."

    9. Trailer Ranch RV Resort

    11 Reviews
    Santa Fe, NM
    39 miles
    Website
    +1 (505) 471-9970

    "Restaurants are near-by and be sure to try Tortilla Flats. Showers and toilets are a close walk away and are kept clean by friendly staff. There is a laundry and lines to hang up your clothes."

    "Laundry room and machines are excellent and CLEAN. Bathrooms too :) Bathrooms are really the most important. You absolutely must be here by 5pm as they close at 5:30pm. No kids."

    10. Scaramanga Ranch

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    Santo Domingo Pueblo, NM
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (424) 279-4370

    $45 - $65 / night

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Glamping Reviews near Bernalillo, NM

186 Reviews of 12 Bernalillo Campgrounds


  • T
    Jan. 23, 2018

    Santa Fe KOA

    Romantic Tent for Two Please

    My husband had the great idea of tent camping just the two of us. Up to this point our tent camping adventures were reserved for grandbaby time. But I said What the hey! Let's do it. I wanted somewhere cooler than home. The Santa Fe area had plenty to keep us busy for the week.

    We did not get a tent spot but opted for a small trailer site with electric and water. Our spot was near the bathhouse but not too close. Each site has native trees and plants, so everyone has privacy. The site had a nice flat spot for the tent, picnic table, fire pit and grill. We had more than enough room to set up our awning for a dining area. We loved our little spot for the week.

    The bathhouse was clean and very nice. New tile and fixtures. It was a little small for the size of the campground.

    They have plenty of activities there for everyone and in the evening it is very quiet.

  • sThe Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 17, 2023

    Santa Fe KOA

    Fun KOA - clean & good for kids

    Super clean Polite staff Firewood available Brand new playground 20 min from Santa Fe Showers / bathrooms 30/50 amp Fenced dog parks/fire pit areas fenced for pets Lots of space between units

  • Kayla M.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 31, 2019

    Turquoise Trail Campground

    Loved it!

    Enjoyed the site! They had RV, cabins and tent camp sites. My friend and I are tent campers and there was more than enough space for the vehicle and both our tents. They have showers (limited to 5 mins but better than nothing!), they have a dishwashing stations and two bathhouses. The lady at the front desk was helpful and extremely nice. There is a store really close by also! They have charcoal grills at the tent sites and one communal fire pit. We paid about $20. Would absolutely go back again! The sad part is the museum is closed due to lack of funding 😭

  • Alex M.
    Jun. 16, 2022

    Albuquerque North / Bernalillo KOA

    Excellent urban camping

    This is a civilized campground located just a few minutes north of Albuquerque. Amenities include a camp store and laundry room. I arrived without a reservation and was able to find a nice tent site with plenty of shade and wooden fences on three sides for privacy. Water and electricity were also available at my site.

    This being an urban campground, there was some traffic noise from nearby roads and freeways. However, the campground quieted down at night and I slept well. The bathrooms were very well appointed, and required a code to enter.

  • Dave V.
    Sep. 4, 2018

    Turquoise Trail Campground

    Clean and close to the mountains and Albuquerque

    CAMPGROUND REVIEW: Turquoise Trail Campground, Cedar Crest, NM

    Turquoise Trail Campground is a small privately owned campground located five miles north of I-40 off Route 14 (exit 175) just outside the east side of Albuquerque. Tucked along the base of the Sandia mountains, at 6940’ elevation. http://www.turquoisetrailcampground.com/

    There is plenty of visible signage to guide you down Snowline Dr into the campground.

    As you approach the office/museum on the right, the RV/Camper loop is visible on the left (which appeared full). Behind the office building are two tent loops (upper and lower). There are two very clean bathroom/showerhouses located between the office and tent loops. A laundry room and dishwashing sink is located at the back of the office building. *This is also the only water access for the tent loops.

    RV sites have full hookups. Tent sites have only a leveled, gravel tent pad, picnic table and standing grill. Only stove fires were permitted at our visit due to open fire restrictions.

    Tent sites are separated by scrub brush, which offered partial privacy between most sites, but you will hear your neighbors. The outer tent sites back up to a residential area, with a fence separating. Bring earplugs for undisturbed sleeping, as road noise from Route 14 can be heard, along with local dogs randomly in the distance.

    At $20 a night, the campground is convenient and sufficiently met our needs as we traveled west on a tight itinerary.

    Shower tokens are provided with your nightly fee. Each token gives you 7 minutes of shower time.

    There is plenty to do nearby, with bike trails and hiking trails…though nothing of particular interest in the campground itself.

    The bustling city of Albuquerque is the next exit west, so you are still very close to shopping, eateries, and nightlife.

  • Rebecca H.
    May. 2, 2021

    Albuquerque KOA Journey

    Serviceable RV Park with clean bathrooms

    The campground was pretty much a large parking lot, with rows of RVs. Our reservation said we would have a fire ring or grill but were told the one nearby was just for tent campers. There was a communal propane grill, and propane available for purchase, but the store was already closed when we realized the situation. A fire ban prevented us from using our own charcoal grill. On the plus side, my kids enjoyed a game of mini golf, the bathrooms were clean and staff friendly.

  • GThe Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 10, 2023

    Trailer Ranch RV Resort

    Super clean in town adults only rv park

    Convenient bus service into a busy downtown Santa Fe was helpful as parking can be a problem. Restaurants are near-by and be sure to try Tortilla Flats. Showers and toilets are a close walk away and are kept clean by friendly staff. There is a laundry and lines to hang up your clothes. Traffic noise is the payment for being in-town Santa Fe.

  • Jillian P.
    Jun. 12, 2018

    Vista Linda Campground — Santa Fe National Forest

    Vista Linda

    My friends and I came here over Memorial Day weekend, I really enjoyed the campground and area. The campground is in a valley nestled between beautiful deep red striped mountains. Each camp site has a grill, a fire pit, and a canopy which was perfect to set up our hammocks in. There is a small stream that runs through the campground, which claims to have fish, mainly trout! There are two tiny cities nearby, one with a wonderful historical site (I highly recommend), and nice neat little shops. There’s two hot springs, two waterfalls, a fishing o lake a few miles away. I would enjoy coming here again anytime!

  • A
    Dec. 28, 2021

    Turquoise Trail Campground

    Great spot

    Great spot to car camp for the night. I definitely appreciated the HOT , running water and nicely kept bathroom.


Guide to Bernalillo

Top of New Mexico Dispersed Site offers free camping with scenic vantage points 35 miles north of Bernalillo. This dispersed site sits at over 7,000 feet elevation along rough gravel roads, providing panoramic views toward Albuquerque. Campers consistently report wild horse sightings at this location, particularly during sunrise and sunset hours when the animals graze nearby.

What to do

Visit nearby hot springs: Several natural hot springs can be accessed within a short drive from campgrounds in the region. Vista Linda Campground is located just 3 miles south of Jemez Springs where visitors can soak. "Jemez hot springs (a few miles north on HWY 4) and Gilman Tunnels (a few miles south on HWY 4, then north on another road) are awesome spots," writes Israel E.

Explore dark skies: The region features excellent stargazing opportunities away from city lights. At Top of New Mexico Dispersed Site, campers experience exceptional night sky views. "This is a perfect hidden gem for campervanning. You can clearly see the Milky Way. No light pollution except the beautiful view of the city far away," notes Lauren I.

Visit local breweries: Some campgrounds offer easy access to craft breweries. "There is a brewery you can walk to from the campground. They serve organic pizza and cold beer," writes Doug W. about his experience at Albuquerque North/Bernalillo KOA.

What campers like

Wildlife encounters: Many campers highlight unexpected wildlife sightings as memorable experiences. "Woke up in the morning to a herd of wild horses moving through the area," writes Taz G. about Top of New Mexico. Another camper at a different location mentioned: "My first morning I was surrounded by a group of 5 cows grazing. They ended up laying 30 feet from the trailer all morning," according to Josh F.

Privacy options: Rancheros de Santa Fe offers sites with natural separation. "Campsites are small yet private due to the wonderful shrubbery and small trees. There is a great trail that winds through the back of the property," writes Cheryl E. This feature is particularly valued by tent campers seeking seclusion.

On-site hiking trails: Several campgrounds feature walking paths for quick nature access. "We also enjoyed the on-site hiking trail. It is only 0.5 miles, but making the circle a couple of times was nice on our last morning," notes Reuben about Rancheros de Santa Fe.

What you should know

Road conditions: Access to some sites requires careful driving, particularly Top of New Mexico. "Pretty rough getting here as neighbors are sabotaging the road making it narrow using loose gravel & boulders on turns. There is now a locked gate on Palomino to keep non-locals out!" warns Cher & Walter P. Multiple reviewers advise against using GPS directions as they often lead to locked gates.

Water limitations: Water access varies significantly between locations. At Turquoise Trail Campground, "a dishwashing station" is available, but tent campers should note that "this is also the only water access for the tent loops," according to Dave V.

Weather preparedness: The region experiences significant temperature variations. "We stayed here in October 2020... the campground itself is very well-maintained and the staff are extraordinarily friendly," explains Drew S. about Albuquerque KOA Journey. High desert locations can see overnight temperatures drop significantly, even during summer months.

Tips for camping with families

Playground facilities: Albuquerque North / Bernalillo KOA offers family-friendly amenities. "The playground has the best swing set and is all sand, very fun for kids of all ages," according to Karla D. Several KOA locations in the region also provide outdoor movies in the evenings.

Educational opportunities: Historical sites near campgrounds provide learning experiences. "There's two waterfalls, a fishing lake a few miles away... there are two tiny cities nearby, one with a wonderful historical site (I highly recommend), and nice neat little shops," writes Jillian P. about camping near Vista Linda.

Cabin options: For families not ready for tent camping, Santa Fe KOA offers alternative accommodations. "We did not get a tent spot but opted for a small trailer site with electric and water. Each site has native trees and plants, so everyone has privacy," reports Traci M., noting the site had "plenty of room to set up our awning for a dining area."

Tips from RVers

Size constraints: Check campground vehicle limits before booking. "The RV Park is about 20 minutes from the old town shops and restaurants so it's a good location not far off the highway... sites are decent distance apart, not on top of each other but can certainly see each other," notes Karen B. about Rancheros de Santa Fe.

Service differences: Many campgrounds offer varying hookup levels at different prices. "We stayed twice - once with full hookup, once with water/electric. The full hookup was a far better location with concrete pad, much less highway noise, and much better bathrooms," explains RichMichelle M. about Albuquerque Central KOA.

Dump station locations: At some facilities, sewer connections can be awkward to access. "On our full hookup site the dump sight was in a bad place. We would have had to unhook from our truck to fully hook up," writes Frank about his experience at Albuquerque Central KOA, highlighting the importance of checking hookup locations before setting up.

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