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
122 campgrounds · Check availability for any dates.
Morphy Lake State Park Campground permits pets throughout its lakeside camping areas, with sites available for tent, RV, and glamping accommodations. Agua Piedra Campground in Tres Ritos also welcomes pets at its cabin sites, offering drinking water and trash facilities alongside pet-friendly policies. Coyote Creek State Park Campground provides full hookups for RV campers with pets, including electric, sewer, and water connections. Pendaries RV Resort features cabin accommodations that accept pets, with spacious sites that include picnic tables and fire rings. Most campgrounds in the Cleveland area require pets to remain leashed when outside vehicles or tents, with owners responsible for waste cleanup. The dog park at Taos Valley RV Park provides a dedicated space for pets to exercise off-leash.
Santa Barbara Campground's well-maintained trails offer excellent pet walking opportunities, with the campground open from May through October. Iron Gate Campground provides tent and RV sites where pets can accompany owners along the nearby hiking paths. Holy Ghost Campground features creek-side sites popular with pet owners, though campers should keep dogs under control as skunks are common in the area. El Porvenir Campground's pet-friendly policy extends to its drive-in and walk-in sites, with toilets and trash facilities available. During summer months, owners should monitor pets for signs of heat stress on exposed campsites, particularly at higher elevation campgrounds where afternoon temperatures can fluctuate dramatically. Morning and evening walks provide cooler conditions for dog exercise at most locations.
"Quiet mountain lake with ponderosa pines surrounding it. I'd go back in a heartbeat."
"Can drive up to campsites probably 30 places. Trout fishing but must have license from closest store 20 miles down in Mora. Maybe 8500 ft elevation. Very cool even in July; need blankets."
"This is my favorite campground in Northern New Mexico. Everything is always very clean, the host is friendly and approachable when needed. I like the access to the river."
"This campground holds a land of beauty and is a must go to if you are in the New Mexico area, highly recommended!"
from $15 - $90 / night
Check Availability"Tent camped at this location in the middle of September (a week before closing). Very beautiful place to watch the leaves change, trailheads close by and picnic tables at each site."
"just went hiking in the surrounding area. But drove around and looked at the campsite looks like a nice place to go camping definitely willing to try it."
from $30 - $175 / night
Check Availability"Stay at Santa Barbara Campground in Northern New Mexico. Was a beautiful spot. Road to Campground was well taken care of Beautiful trails throughout area"
"This campground has a PERFECT location, right on the border of the Pecos wilderness with fabulous hiking. There is also fantastic fishing there, which many guests took advantage of all weekend. "
from $30 - $80 / night
Check Availability"During rainy seasons, ruts form with deep mud on some spots driving up."
"It's a nice little place tucked away in the woods. The road to get there is a bit rough, hence the title. By no means, Not a road for a large trailer or 5th wheel. Wild life everywhere.."
"Much more vegetation than you would expect from a campground close to town. The staff are friendly. The facilities were clean. The park is older but in an charming New Mexico way."
"If your wanting to get out and play in the snow or explore more in depth the beautiful culture of New Mexico, Taos has a little for everyone"
"Pet friendly and accessible bathrooms. Not very much shade! You’ll need lots of sunscreen!"
"Pretty spot with a small town close by for supplies. Take heed about the gate closing at 5pm. That's bit me a couple of times. "
from $20 - $30 / night
Check Availability"Very well maintained campground that is remote enough to get away but close to town in case you need something. Weather was great and the surrounding trails were beautiful!"
"The road up from Montezuma/Las Vegas is very winding and sometimes close to one lane, but we had no problems when there was oncoming traffic."
from $8 / night
Check Availability"The drive up is a bit tense the closer you get to the campground but it's worth it. I would not take a trailer up that road."
"We got there a bit later and the day and all of the drive in sites were taken up by either campers or fishermen. Ended up getting one of the walk in sites. I’d recommend one of these."
from $8 / night
Check Availability











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
Stopped by this KOA to see what it offered for possible future stays. It's a compact campground that provides pull through sites as well as back-in and tent sites. They offer everything from 50 amp electric to cable TV. Sites are clean and neat. There's a dog park for your pets. Bathrooms are clean with hot showers. They have cabins available as well.
Great location for exploring Sandra Fe, Bandelier, and other national monuments.
We really like this RV Park! The spaces are wide and angled enough to allow for great views! There are no trees, so you will be using your AC and awning when it’s hot out. Sites were quite level and hookups are easy access. There are both full hookup sites and water and electric only sites; there is an RV dump. Laundry, restrooms and convenience store are still closed due to Covid - much of New Mexico is still this way. It is right off Highway 64 which has a minimal amount of road noise, but provides easy access.There’s a Pet Resort across the road where you hear dogs barking in the distance in the mornings. They do need to start working on weed control before the weeds get out of hand. Each of those negatives are so minimal, I still rate this as a five! Wide spaces and good views are always strong points in my reviews!
This park was a great choice. Tucked in a canyon with a stream running through it, we secured a spot on the water. Large pine trees, tiered spots, walking distance to the cute town of Red River.
Small gift shop with very few items, no firewood for sale that I could see. Friendly staff, dog park, fishing, deer come in every night
This RV resort has beautiful views of the mountains. Angel Fire RV Resort has beautiful grounds, the bath houses and very nice and modern, very nice hot tub, beautiful clubhouse. The resort has fire pits, pickleball courts, large dog park, putting range, walking path, laundry facilities. It is also close to several towns. One that you can ride your bike too. This is a A+ resort for TV camping.
This was a nice place to stay for a couple nights. Check in was fast and friendly. They have a dog park. It is off the highway but nice and secluded. Pretty location and outside of Las Vegas, NM. It isn’t a five star because the sites are pretty close together
We just spent a couple of nights here. Enjoyed our site, very level. Nice dog park and walking trail. Would of liked to of heard the music tomorrow night, but alas we have to get home.
We’ve had a great time at the campground. The sunsets are amazing! Full hook ups, clean campground, laundry, dog park, walking trail that goes around campground Sites are a little close but they have a nice concrete patio with table and chairs. Friendly staff! Would definitely come back!
Nice back in sites are wide with vegetation and patios. The dog park and walking trail are handy. The views are special and there was musical entertainment one night at the club patio. The gravel sites and driveway was a bit dusty, otherwise this would be 5 star park.
Camping options near Cleveland, New Mexico range from 7,000 to 9,000 feet elevation in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. The region experiences significant seasonal temperature variations, with summer daytime temperatures reaching the 80s while dropping into the 40s at night. Most campgrounds in the area close during winter months due to snow accumulation and freezing temperatures.
Hiking to mountain lakes: The trail from Agua Piedra Campground leads to Indian Lake with moderate elevation gain. "There is a trail head with 2 trails, one atv accessible and one hiking/horse that goes up to Indian Lake. Beautiful views and about 1200' elevation change," notes Tammy V.
Gold panning: Try your luck at Coyote Creek State Park Campground where visitors have found small quantities. "Stopped here after talking to camp host at Morphy Lake. Said that the creek might have some gold in it and easy access, so we tried it out. Found a few specks!" shares Jaedee B.
Night sky observation: The high elevation and minimal light pollution create excellent stargazing conditions. "At night, when everyone is settling, with a clear sky, you get an amazing view of the stars," reports Marcela R. about El Porvenir Campground.
Mountain creek access: Campers appreciate sites positioned near running water. "I enjoyed my stay here. I came in on a Saturday and stayed three nights in the electric area," mentions Butch K. at Coyote Creek, while another camper notes "Amazing campground right next to the Pecos river" at Holy Ghost Campground.
Wildlife viewing: The forests and meadows host diverse wildlife. "Saw lots of wildlife (deer, eagle, foxes as well chipmunks). Fishing was okay. Caught 1 fish on pink power bait," reports Karen N. about Morphy Lake State Park.
Private camping spots: Sites with adequate spacing are available at several locations. "We liked it that much. You really feel remote and IN nature there," shares Robin T. about Agua Piedra Campground, while at Iron Gate Campground, campers note "a nice remote campground" with sites that offer privacy.
Road access challenges: Some campgrounds require high-clearance vehicles. "Absolutely do not try to take a camper of any size to this campground unless it's a legit overland type tear or squaredrop, ideally with an articulating hitch," warns Dorrs T. about Iron Gate Campground.
Water availability varies: Campgrounds may shut off water systems seasonally. "Very peaceful and quiet with lots of great views. Zero cell service. Water was not available," reports Julie F. about Agua Piedra Campground.
Limited cell service: Most campgrounds have minimal connectivity. "No cell/wifi service. BUT what it does have is quiet, and peacefulness, and charm, and views views views," explains Robin T., noting you can "drive 10 minutes away to Sipapu ski resort to use free wifi at the cafe."
Playground options: Taos Valley RV Park & Campground offers play areas for children within walking distance of town. "This location is so prime for visiting all the sights in Taos, and there are many. The campground has a playground, and office," notes Judy B.
Stream safety awareness: Parents should monitor children around fast-flowing water. "Santa Barbara river runs right by and can really flow fast in the spring (watch your kids!)," cautions Barbara H.
Weather preparation: Pack for significant temperature swings. "Maybe 8500 ft elevation. Very cool even in July; need blankets," explains Perl R. about Morphy Lake State Park Campground, emphasizing the need for warm clothing even in summer months.
Hookup availability: Electric and water sites are limited but available at select campgrounds. "Our site has 30 amp electric and water; there is a dump station on site. Cost was $14/night," notes Tom C. about North Area Campground.
Site selection strategy: For larger rigs, choose sites near entrances. "Large travel trailers work for the 1st 10 sites then path gets too windy and hilly," advises Perl R. about campground access at Morphy Lake.
Winter camping limitations: Most RV facilities close or restrict services during cold months. "This time of year water is shut off except for one spigot in entire park. No water at dump station. They close entry gate at 5 pm sharp," reports Debbie W. about North Area Campground during fall season.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular dog-friendly campsite near Cleveland, NM?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Cleveland, NM is Morphy Lake State Park Campground with a 4.8-star rating from 9 reviews.
What is the best site to find dog-friendly camping near Cleveland, NM?
TheDyrt.com has all 122 dog-friendly camping locations near Cleveland, NM, with real photos and reviews from campers.
Keep Exploring