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Angel Peak NM Badlands Dispersed Camping welcomes pets with free camping in a scenic area overlooking the New Mexico Badlands. This dispersed camping area allows dogs to accompany their owners while exploring the stunning canyon views and walking trails. Moore's RV Park & Campground offers pet-friendly accommodations including tent sites, RV spaces, and cabins, with a dog park divided into two separate areas so dogs don't have to co-mingle. Angel Peak Scenic View Campground provides pet-friendly camping with picnic tables and fire rings in a dramatic setting with views that resemble a miniature Grand Canyon. Brown Springs Campground allows pets at its free campsites with picnic tables and toilet facilities. The campsites at Angel Peak are set along the canyon with level spots, covered picnic tables, and fire rings.
Hiking trails along Angel Peak's canyon rim provide exercise opportunities for dogs and their owners, with benches positioned for taking in the majestic views. The 6-mile gravel road to Angel Peak Scenic Area leads to some of the most stunning vistas in the region, worth the drive for campers with pets. Alien Run Trailhead Basecamp offers another pet-friendly option with toilet facilities and picnic tables, popular among mountain bikers with dogs. Navajo Lake State Park's multiple campgrounds including Pine Main, Cottonwood, and Sims Mesa all permit pets, providing access to the expansive lake for water-loving dogs. The area experiences intense winds at times, so secure pet enclosures and leashes are essential. No trash collection exists at the dispersed sites, requiring pet owners to pack out all waste.
"About New Mexico sunrises and sunsets, there are two shows daily, no reservations required!"
"We have been running the AC most afternoons till around 6-7pm. The evenings cool enough to just open all the trailers window and enjoy the evening."
"Showers, laundry, dog park"
"Nice dog park divided into two areas so your dogs don’t have to co-mingle. There is a clean, reasonably priced laundry room and a swimming pool."
from $45 / night
Check Availability"It is worth the 6 mile drive in. Look for the sign Angel peak scenic area. It is a gravel road."
"There’s a handful of picnic tables but only one you can park right next to. They have shelters over each table if you’re a hammocker but given that it’s on the edge of a canyon it’s very windy."
"No pull out for your drift boat on the camp side. About 2/3rds of the sites are very well shaded, most have covered picnic tables and are a mix of asphalt and concrete pads."
"Crowded but sites are tucked away. Can be a little loud at night with all the RVs running. River is a short walk from most sites and about 20 mins driving to the marina."
from $30 - $90 / night
Check Availability"The road in was quite rough and washboarded, so I had to drive slowly at about 10 mph for a while. However, I took a different route on the way out, heading north, and found it much smoother."
"Road was rutty but our 2wd van was fine, just drive slow."
"We are traveling with a young, very timid dog so asked for a large space."
"Close to the nice Animas River!"
from $30 - $40 / night
Check Availability"We got our permit at the nearby BLM office. The sand/gravel road to the Campground is decent, but almost got stuck in soft spots in our 21' motor home."
"Surrounded by trails and unique terrain."
"Great place to camp Paved back in spots noting fact just a large parking lot Water and electric Showers and toilet away from camp sites but available"
"Checking in was super simple and the location is clean and well laid out. They also provide showers and toilet facilities a short walk away. There isn’t much shade available."
from $10 - $30 / night
Check Availability"Several sites available right on the lake, just steps away from the water. Bathrooms available. Water and trash available just a short walk."
"Navajo Lake was a last minute reservation to escape the southern heat. SUCCESS, the sites had shelter, access to water and good Marina. Not many marked trails but you can still explore."
from $15 - $90 / night
Check Availability"The surrounding area was fairly clean. There is a picnic table available at every site with shade."
"Great staff, great hilltop location, 25 spots only a few for large Rv's so make a reservation 505 258-7146."
from $10 / night
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GuideOur family vacation destination- would provide 6 stars if a could. Main features- pool, great family play areas, huge lots and shaded lots- not really a bad spot. Pond, 2 Acre dog park- beautiful sites and quick drive to town or off-road. We stayed here twice because a bad experience in Silverton
ScoutIncredibly friendly staff, great store with camping necessities and fun swag. Dog park was large enough with a shaded tree and benches. Pickle ball, movie night, pool, playground ect included. Almost every space was filled but it was quiet because the activities are spread nicely away from where we were. Pull through sites with enough room. Good price for the location.
GuideFriendly staff, enjoyable stay. Wide spaces with picnic tables and grills. Showers, laundry, dog park
GuideAbout 5 miles drive to town which is fine for us. We stayed in a shady spot near the back. Bathrooms are clean and decorated with a country/western vibe, and a 2 acre dog park !
TravelerThe campground is set just a couple miles before Durango. They have a swimming pool, laundry facilities, a small dog park, and a very basic playground. They also have a little Caboose from which they serve simple breakfast items, and a little store with a couple of Essentials. Overall the staff was friendly and helpful and our experience was very positive. It was 55 bucks for a pull through site with hookups. We were not allowed to pitch a tent in the camper campsite.
GuideWe grow tired on boondocking and enjoy a nice RV Park sometimes. This RV Park is nicely designed to give you privacy from your neighbors with bushes and trees planted between sites. No grass at the sites, but lots of grass all around. The laundry is located beside the pool - you can swim while waiting for our laundry. However, there is no way to drive to the laundry door; it’s quite a walk carrying your clothes. There are picnic tables and small grills at each site. There’s a small dog park; and, of course the casino nearby for entertainment and dinner out. All sites are asphalt with concrete pads for the tables. The sites are level
TravelerSpent two nights to rest and relax after crossing Red Mountain Pass during snow storm. Enjoyed bathrooms, showers and dog park (2 acres). Camp hosts were especially friendly and helpful. Spent time at Durango Hot Springs too! Make sure you go!
GuideWhile driving into Durango finding a place to stay overnight this time of year (November) was a blessing. The website would not let me book our stay because it was within 24 hours. I called and there was one spot open. We arrived and were escorted to our spot. There was tree removal and fall clean up happening. The facilities were clean and the dogs Loved the Huge dog park. The views are beautiful. It is expensive but we are happy to have found a place.
GuideWell kept. Trolley stop so close you don't need to find a parking place while exploring downtown. Wifi is good enough to stream. No dog park but enough area to do their business. Tight spaces. We're 43 feet fifth wheel. Barely enough room to park truck in the site. We would stay again.
Angel Peak Badlands offers dispersed camping amid rugged terrain at 6,000 feet elevation overlooking New Mexico's badlands. The area features free camping with vault toilets, picnic shelters, and a 6-mile gravel access road. Extreme temperature fluctuations occur between day and night with intense winds common in this high desert environment.
Night sky viewing: Set up at Angel Peak NM Badlands | Dispersed Camping where campers praise the stargazing conditions. "We had good cell service with Verizon. It was cold for us but we had a nice fire to keep us warm," reports Patricia N.
Mountain biking: Explore trails from Alien Run Trailhead Basecamp, popular with cyclists. "Flat, very clean pit toilets, picnic tables with shade and a great trail. 100%!" notes Julie K. The area offers moderate to challenging terrain with views of the surrounding mesa landscape.
Rattlesnake awareness: Watch for native wildlife including rattlesnakes that are common in warmer months. According to one camper at Angel Peak, they "Had to switch sites because of a rattlesnake den. EXACTLY what I wanted, frankly." Wear closed shoes and carry a flashlight at night.
Solitude and seclusion: Weekday visitors often find nearly empty campgrounds. At Pine Juniper Campground — Navajo Lake State Park, one camper reported, "We came for a mid-week getaway to test a new tent. Camp hosts were friendly and we almost had the whole loop to ourself with some great amenities running water in the bathrooms and showers included for only $10."
Level campsites: Many campsites in the area feature carefully constructed level spots. At Brown Springs Campground, "The site itself was layered with gravel. There's a covered picnic table and large fire ring in each site. We are tent campers and appreciated not setting the tent in the mud or dirt," writes Amber W.
Shade structures: Covered picnic tables provide relief from summer sun. "All 9 or so sites are nice w covered picnic tables. Spots are spacious and clean with a fire pit and a table on a concrete slab," notes a Brown Springs visitor. These structures also serve as anchor points during windy conditions.
Wind conditions: The canyon rim experiences strong, unpredictable gusts. "I left my tent up while visiting Chaco. Some wild weather came through and when I got back my tent had nearly gone over the canyon rim despite being staked down and weighted with my sleeping bag and pad. I'd strongly recommend tying at least one tent line to the shade structure around the picnic table in times of iffy weather," warns Andrea P. from Angel Peak.
Road conditions: Access roads vary significantly. Pine Main Campground — Navajo Lake State Park requires navigating potentially rough roads. "My only complaint I guess would be the road in from the main highway was pretty rough and had lots of potholes. That road is about 17 miles long," mentions one visitor.
Site availability: Limited sites fill quickly on weekends. "This is a good camp site and does fill up quickly. We got there at 10:30 pm on a Thursday and we were lucky enough to grab the last spot," reports Matt F. about Angel Peak. Arrive mid-week or early afternoon for best selection.
Dog-friendly policies: Most campgrounds near Blanco permit leashed pets. Moore's RV Park offers a specially designed dog area: "Nice dog park divided into two areas so your dogs don't have to co-mingle," notes Melody M. At Navajo Lake State Park's multiple campgrounds, leashed dogs are welcome but must be supervised.
Swimming options: During summer, Moore's RV Park & Campground offers a pool popular with families. "We enjoyed their nice pool which was cool and refreshing," says Todd L. The pool provides a safer alternative to lake swimming for smaller children.
Level sites for setup: Look for flatter areas when camping with children. "The sites were spacious & level. There was no lawn, but, that's not to be expected in high desert New Mexico. But, a lot of the sites (ours included) had very nice shade trees," reports a Moore's visitor.
Leveling preparation: Several campgrounds require significant leveling. At Navajo Lake State Park, "bring plenty of leveling materials because several of the sites are uneven," notes James F. Use blocks or leveling systems, especially at dispersed sites.
Site selection for size: Choose sites appropriate for your RV length. "We are full-timers in a 36 ft Class A with a Cherokee Trailhawk tow. We found an irregular camping area on the NW side of the road 0.6 miles from the formal CG. After dropping our tow, we managed to get our 36' MH up and into it on the second attempt," reports Ray & Terri F., highlighting the challenge of fitting larger rigs in some areas.
Hookup availability: For RVers requiring utilities, campgrounds offer varying levels of service. At Ruins Road RV Park, "They take cash or check only. No tables, fire rings, restrooms/showers, but full hookups. Easy access, and we had no issues with road noise," reports Melody M.
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