Counselor is the perfect place for adventurous campers and RVers. There are tons of hikes and other fun activities to partake in, as well as sights to see and explore. Search nearby campsites and find top-rated spots from other campers.
$20 - $60 / night
"This campground is not easy to get to, so get your head around that. The last 5 miles of the unpaved road getting to the park boundary will be a challenge, so take it slllooow."
"They are peaceful and tucked under an amazing starry sky. The ruins are unlike any other; visitors walk through the rooms sculpted by the puebloans a whole millienium earlier."
$20 - $40 / night
"Owners Wayne & Yolanda have created a space for camping with desert all around. "
"About New Mexico sunrises and sunsets, there are two shows daily, no reservations required!"
"The entrance is very understated and underwhelming, you will pass a oil construction area as you enter the park. As you continue driving almost instantly notice the gorge."
"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."
"Just arrived at Angel Peak dispersed campground near Bloomfield NM. It's Monday July 9th 2024. We stayed one night. The gravel road from HWY 550 is in good shape."
"We didn't stay at this campsite, but it was one we were considering for this adventure and I'm really glad we decided on a different one because we did drive down the road that this is on and it was rough"
"It was getting late after a full day of driving and I happened to find this site. No amenities, but we were the only people in the area. We were just thankful for a place to stop."
"Bisti was magical and I’m so glad I got to experience before we move out of New Mexico. We got to do a bunch of exploring and then headed straight off the “trail” to make dinner in our camper."
"This free campground positioned us well to beat the heat and hike through the badlands first thing in the morning!"
"Rio Chama RV park in Chama, New Mexico, is at the intersection of the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad and the upper Rio Chama. A nice place to stay May 1 thru mid October."
"It's an easy dirt road drive down the river and you will pass many dispersed site and a couple of defined camping grounds."
$20 / night
"Spot was gravel/ground up asphalt, bit actually close to level.
It was chilly (low 30s) at night but water still turned on.
There is some highway noise but we got a good nights sleep."
$15 - $90 / night
"I’ve been coming to Fenton Lake for camping with family since I was little and we’ve always loved it. It’s beautiful and well taken care of."
"We typically come up to Fenton Lake once a year and last year was fantastic however this year the park rangers aren’t that friendly (or that helpful)."
ScoutI was on a long road/camping trip and knew I needed to pull over to catch some sleep. This spot was about 20 minutes out of town and was perfect. There were about 4 pullouts off this forest road for camping, only two were occupied on Memorial Day weekend. The spot I chose was the fourth one was nice little clearing not visible from the road. It had several great tent spots, tall trees, lots of shade. There were rock fire circles for when there wasn’t a burn ban. I only heard two cars in the entire 12 hours I was there. The path into the clearing had some deep ruts, but I stayed to the side and my little Corolla did great.
I have metro T-Mobile and had signal depending on where I stood.
ScoutThis is the parking lot for Bisti/De-Na-Zin Wilderness. The parking lot is located on BLM land. There are bathrooms. Ok to spend the night. There are a handful of dispersed campsites on the road here.
ScoutWe were there for 3 nights. On the arrival day, two of the women's toilets had no toilet paper and one seat had feces on it. The men's bathroom had an overflowing trash bin, dirty floors and toilet paper almost out. I contacted the office and they said they'd get right on it. By days end the women's room was fixed. However, after 3 days and numerous calls the men's bathroom only got worse. They never came in to clean. Same filthy floors, toilet paper out in all but one of the stalls, paper towels out, and an out of service stall. All sinks ran only cold water, in both men and women's bathrooms. On each call or person to person complain they said they'd take care of the issued but never did. Obviously, they really didn't care. The sites were nice with shade trees, but if you need the bathroom avoid this place.
ScoutThis is a parking lot to access the trail. Nothing there. Just a flat dirt lot surrounded by a wire fence to keep out the horses that wander nearby. I am sure there are cattle around too, that was an easy sign to read. There are no trees or any vegetation other than desert type scrub for as far as the eye can see. You will probably see a couple of vehicles pass by all day. Only redeeming feature is it is free and close to Chaco Canyon.
GuideThe only downside was the huge dip to go right after the parking lot, just with some dirt the problem could be solved. I could not go thought with my TT, there are pretty good spots passing it. I turned back and stayed by the road but a decent spot too.
GuideThere's only 12 spots, but I haven't had any problems getting a spot. And usually people who come there don't stay the night. If you come during the day, you'll probably easily find a spot and the views are gorgeous.
ScoutA big Campground south of Durango and 15 miles outside of Farmington, NM. We’re here before the season starts but there’s a huge amount of Houseboats on the water at the marina so I’ll assume it’s very active in warmer summer weather. We’re in a 30’ Class C and we fit ok but our site and maybe others are just a bit too close to each other. There is a strong Verizon signal so we can receive internet that way and our Dish Satellite worked well also. There is no over the air tv signal. The little involvement with Park personnel was very nice. Marina in. bar and Restaurant were not open yet. Guessing May 1 for that? We would come back again.. between the lake, fishing, hiking nearby Indian ruins this is a sweet place to unwind and have fun
ScoutLarge campground that is part of the San Juan county grounds.
GuideStayed here for about a week while we visited Chaco Canyon and Valley of Dreams. 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.
Camping near Counselor, New Mexico, offers a unique blend of stunning landscapes and rich cultural history. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventurous getaway, this area has something for everyone.
Camping near Counselor, New Mexico, is a fantastic way to connect with nature and enjoy the great outdoors. Just be prepared for the unique challenges and rewards that come with it!
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, Counselor, NM offers a wide range of camping options, with 56 campgrounds and RV parks near Counselor, NM and 21 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Counselor, NM is Gallo Campground — Chaco Culture National Historical Park with a 4.4-star rating from 25 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 21 free dispersed camping spots near Counselor, NM.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 13 parks near Counselor, NM that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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