8 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Moore's RV Park & Campground and Theresa's RV Park provide established RV sites near Counselor, with varying hookup capabilities including water, electric, and sewer connections. Sites at Moore's feature gravel pads with space for tables and fire pits, while Theresa's offers basic pull-through sites. "We got a pull through site with water sewer and 50 amp electric. Spot was gravel/ground up asphalt, but actually close to level," noted one visitor at Theresa's. San Juan McGee Park RV Camping offers over 100 dry camping spots plus 574 sites with electric and water hookups, each measuring 21' by 41', though these lack tables and fire pits. Chama River RV Park includes full-hookup pull-through sites with 30 or 50 amp electrical service.
Seasonal variations affect accessibility throughout the region, with some parks operating year-round while others close during winter months. Most RV parks near Counselor accommodate pets, though specific restrictions may apply. Cell service varies significantly across locations—Angel Peak area reports strong 5G T-Mobile signals, while Cottonwood Campground has zero Verizon service. Dump stations are available at several parks including Moore's and San Juan McGee Park. Road conditions can challenge larger rigs, particularly when accessing more remote locations. One camper shared: "The gravel road from HWY 550 is in good shape," regarding access to Angel Peak, though travelers should note many secondary roads feature washboard surfaces requiring reduced speeds. Security patrols monitor San Juan McGee Park, providing additional peace of mind for overnight stays.
"Friendly staff, enjoyable stay. Wide spaces with picnic tables and grills. Showers, laundry, dog park"
"The RV sites are easy to get into, relatively level, and have tables and grill/fire pits. There is gravel on the spaces- although they could add more gravel."
from $45 / night
"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"
"A little confusion when I first walked into the office, multiple people wanted to talk, turned out they had a group coming in. Asked for a dry camp, what they have is electric only for $20 per day."
from $10 - $30 / night
"No phones (a short ten minute drive if you need it), just fishing and family fun."
"Needed an overnight stay and wanted hookups to dump and get some water.
Theresa’s worked for us. Theresa was really nice and we came in at dark."
from $20 / night
"Dump station. I did not ask about WiFi."
from $10 - $20 / night
from $40 - $50 / night
"The Gallo Campground is the only campground in Chaco Canyon National Park so reserving ahead of time or getting there earlier in the day depending on the season are very important."
"The campground is hard to reach down a pot holed dirt road, good for small RV’s and car camping and once you arrive, it’s hard to leave."
Available this weekend
from $20 - $60 / night
"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."
"This spot is beautiful with a good amount of tree coverage. It's an easy dirt road drive down the river and you will pass many dispersed site and a couple of defined camping grounds."
"We arrived at 4pm in our Class A, and there was a park ranger checking folks in. "
"We were able to beat the cold weather by utilizing heats in our campsites. The landscape was beautiful, with beaver dams and song birds giving us amazing views."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $15 - $90 / night
"It has only pit toilets and no electric sites. I think the only potable water source was not functioning but other than that it was great."
from $75 / night
GuideThis is a beautiful spot. Sites that accommodate larger campers are few. Be aware that the road in will be treacherous if it rains. There is also significant wash boarding. But the views are fabulous.
GuideA little confusion when I first walked into the office, multiple people wanted to talk, turned out they had a group coming in. Asked for a dry camp, what they have is electric only for $20 per day. Back behind the animal pens nice, flat, hardly anyone else there and allowed to use the Rv dump on the way out. There's showers and bathrooms available also. Heck of a bargain.
LegendA ton of spots to choose from. 35 bucks FHU. No privacy or shade. Horse manure everywhere. Showers and dump. Casino within walking distance. If you go into town I highly recommend 3 River Brewery. The food is amazing.
TravelerBadly washboarded road with sand pockets and the workers at the mine just about ran me over. Just don't drive it without 4x4 when it's wet.
GuideA nice campground next to a creek. Sites are pretty well spaced and cost was $20/night. Although if you are tent camping and you want some privacy, head up FR 70 for free spots. The weekend had a full campground with people driving in circles all day. They quieted down at night but for only a dozen sites they were very active.
Site 2-6 have great access to the creek and a bit more privacy
GuideA very nice area for camping. During the rainy season there might even be some water in the creek. But there is a crowded area when you first turn into the road. There was about 20 RVs there when I drove past. They were shooting guns pretty late into the night. Further up the road the sites thin out. The easy access ones fill up quick. If you have some ground clearance there are a few more options.
TravelerI really enjoyed my weekend here. It is a small campground with only 12 spots. It has only pit toilets and no electric sites. I think the only potable water source was not functioning but other than that it was great. Very clean, recently resurfaced roads and spots, surrounded by tall pines. The nights were dark and quiet with only an occasional generator running but not during quiet hours. I will definitely return.
TravelerGot here Thursday night around 9:45 and were able to set up in a very beautiful spot right by the river, there is tons of locations and our neighbors are pretty nice. If you come during the week the water sits a little low but come Saturday morning they’ll open up that damn and it’ll rise.
ScoutI'm all for national forest, but this place is decently priced, and when it's hot, just jump in the San Juan.
Counselor, New Mexico sits at an elevation of approximately 6,900 feet in the high desert region of the San Juan Basin. The area experiences distinct seasonal variations with summer daytime temperatures often reaching the mid-90s while winter nights can drop below freezing. Camping options near Counselor range from established RV parks with full hookups to primitive dispersed sites in the surrounding badlands and forest areas.
Hiking near Angel Peak: The badlands around Angel Peak offer excellent day hiking with dramatic canyon views. At Angel Peak NM Badlands, trails lead to scenic overlooks of the colorful eroded landscape. "There's a hiking trail can be accessed from site #4," notes a camper about nearby Rio De Las Vacas Campground.
Fishing opportunities: The Chama River provides good fishing spots within driving distance of Counselor. "Trout have been caught in it," mentions a former campground host about the Rio de las Vacas that runs beside campsites 1-4.
Cultural exploration: Visit ancient Puebloan ruins at Chaco Culture National Historical Park. "You actually get to walk around INSIDE these buildings that were constructed from the 800s-1200s AD. It is so amazing to touch the rock and see the old planks of wood framing the doorways," shares one visitor to Gallo Campground.
Privacy between sites: Many campgrounds offer good spacing between sites. At Moore's RV Park & Campground, "The RV sites are easy to get into, relatively level, and have tables and grill/fire pits. The spaces are nice and wide and many have large trees for nice shade."
Clean facilities: Well-maintained bathrooms are frequently mentioned in reviews. "The bathrooms were clean. Spots were pretty close together but over all perfect for overnight stay," writes one camper about Moore's RV Park.
River access: Several campgrounds offer direct water access. At Rio Chama Campground, "We actually stayed down the road about a mile and half from Rio Chama Campground, however we were still in the park and off of Forest Road 151. We camped off-the-grid on a spot right by Rio Chama. We were lucky to have found a spot mid-day and that had a sort of 'beach front' type inlet to the river."
Night sky viewing: The minimal light pollution creates excellent stargazing conditions. "Excellent night sky when it's clear outside! You can see the Milky Way and you have 360° views because there are no trees around," reports a visitor to Gallo Campground.
Road conditions: Access to some campgrounds requires driving on unpaved roads. For Chaco Culture National Historical Park, "DO NOT follow your gps directions to this park, more than likely they will get you stuck and possibly stranded. Read the travel information on the website so you know which roads you will have to take."
Water availability: Many sites lack potable water. "There is currently no potable water at the campground but water is available at the Visitors Center a short drive down the road," notes a camper about Gallo Campground.
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