Best Glamping near Cedar Crest, NM
Turquoise Trail Campground in Cedar Crest provides comfortable glamping accommodations at 6,940 feet elevation along the base of the Sandia Mountains. This boutique camping destination features glamping options with electricity and thoughtful amenities just five miles north of I-40. "The view to the campground was beautiful," notes one visitor, highlighting the picturesque setting surrounded by pine and fir trees. Albuquerque KOA Journey and Albuquerque North/Bernalillo KOA further expand the glamping options in the area with fully-equipped glamping structures that include comfortable beds with linens, heating, and full electrical hookups. These glamping cabins offer a significant upgrade from traditional camping with proper furniture, enhanced shelter from the elements, and convenient access to modern restrooms with hot showers.
The glamping sites offer excellent access to outdoor recreation while maintaining superior comfort. Many visitors appreciate the peaceful mountain setting that remains conveniently close to Albuquerque's amenities. One guest shared, "There's nothing to dislike here. Plenty of children, dogs, and the usual traveler. I've seen business men with laptops, who are sick of hotels, and city folk with pop up cabins." The nearby Turquoise Trail (Route 14) provides a scenic drive with access to hiking and biking trails in the Sandia Mountains. Glamping guests can enjoy stargazing opportunities thanks to minimal light pollution, with one reviewer specifically mentioning "a ton of stars at night which was great." Most glamping accommodations in the area remain open year-round, though winter temperatures can drop significantly, making the heated options particularly valuable during colder months.
