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Best Campgrounds near Eldorado at Santa Fe, NM

925 Reviews

The landscape surrounding Eldorado at Santa Fe, New Mexico encompasses diverse camping environments within a short drive of this residential community. Santa Fe Skies RV Park offers 97 year-round sites with full hookups and mountain views, while more rustic options exist in the nearby Santa Fe National Forest where dispersed camping is permitted along BLM Road 62. Hyde Memorial State Park, located along the road to Ski Santa Fe, provides established campgrounds with yurts available for those seeking alternative accommodations. The Santa Fe Treehouse Camp offers a unique camping experience with 17 sites in a serene wilderness setting that balances proximity to town with natural surroundings.

Camping conditions vary significantly with elevation and season throughout the Santa Fe region. Summer temperatures can exceed 90°F in lower elevations while remaining pleasantly cool in the mountains. Winter brings snow to higher elevations, particularly at Hyde Memorial State Park, where four-wheel drive vehicles become necessary for access. Cell service is notably limited throughout northern New Mexico, with many campers reporting "practically non-existent" coverage that creates what one visitor called "a total digital detox." Fire restrictions are common during dry periods, with several established campgrounds prohibiting open flames entirely. Campers should verify current regulations before arrival and bring adequate water supplies, as some dispersed sites lack potable water.

Visitor experiences highlight the stark beauty of the high desert landscape and mountain vistas. "I fell in love with New Mexico's wilderness many years ago with its sparse dry landscape and sagebrush, and the wide open starry skies at night," noted one camper at the Santa Fe Treehouse Camp. The region's camping areas provide access to numerous hiking trails, with several sites positioned near streams or rivers for fishing opportunities. Wildlife sightings are common, with reviewers mentioning deer, hummingbirds, and chipmunks frequenting campsites. Travelers seeking solitude should consider the more remote forest service roads, while those wanting amenities might prefer established campgrounds like Rancheros de Santa Fe, which offers clean facilities, hot showers, and seasonal amenities including a swimming pool.

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Best Camping Sites Near Eldorado at Santa Fe, New Mexico (132)

    1. Santa Fe Skies RV Park

    35 Reviews
    Santa Fe, NM
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (505) 473-5946

    $71 - $91 / night

    "This campground will be rated as a Basecamp — grounds that offer a comfortable home base that you’re happy to return to after a day of exploring the surrounding area."

    "There is art scattered around the property as well as along the walking paths. The sunsets are amazing all within just 5 to 10 minutes from town."

    2. Santa Fe KOA

    29 Reviews
    Glorieta, NM
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (505) 466-1419

    "It is located in the foothills so it is not out in the hot windy flatlands or the cool woods. It is close to but not in or near SantaFe."

    "Stayed here for a week with the family close to Santa Fe and Pecos national forest. Managers very friendly and can be quite entertaining if you hang around for a bit."

    3. Rancheros de Santa Fe

    26 Reviews
    Eldorado at Santa Fe, NM
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (505) 466-3482

    "Just a short drive to the outskirts of Santa Fe in mountain country we found our campground, Rancheros de Santa Fe."

    "If you have a big rig or tow a car, you can drive around the loop instead of trying to make the turn to go back out by the front of the office."

    4. Sante Fe National Forest BLM-Road 62 Dispersed

    42 Reviews
    Santa Fe, NM
    15 miles

    "I often camp by Diablo Canyon, which has wonderful sunsets and decent off trail hiking.  There's even a cave for those who know where to find it. "

    "Wide open space to pick your spot next to a Juniper or two.

    Hardly anyone here, just the coyotes howling. Appreciated access to a pit toilet."

    5. Santa Fe BLM Dispersed Campsite

    26 Reviews
    Santa Fe, NM
    15 miles

    "Given the area described has piles of trash and little else to recommend it, it seems a shame to be close to gorgeous wilderness and stare at rubbish."

    "Close by, easy to find, plenty of space. Little trash left behind by some people. Overall, a great place for the night."

    6. Los Sueños de Santa Fe RV Park & Campground

    13 Reviews
    Santa Fe, NM
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (505) 473-1949

    $43 - $65 / night

    "Perhaps their roadside sign had recently blown down? It was hard to see, but a fine stay."

    "This was a great location to explore the city and the staff was really nice.  The bathrooms are clean and the laundry facility is nice as well. "

    7. Santa Fe Treehouse Camp

    8 Reviews
    Glorieta, NM
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (505) 510-1043

    $25 - $300 / night

    "I fell in love with New Mexico's wilderness many years ago with it's sparse  dry landscape and sagebrush, and the wide open starry skies at night."

    "A bonus is that they are situated far enough away from Santa Fe to have quiet starry nights yet close enough to enjoy all that Santa Fe has to offer."

    8. Trailer Ranch RV Resort

    11 Reviews
    Santa Fe, NM
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (505) 471-9970

    "Restaurants are near-by and be sure to try Tortilla Flats. Showers and toilets are a close walk away and are kept clean by friendly staff. There is a laundry and lines to hang up your clothes."

    "Close to the bike path and grocery stores. Very convenient. Very clean. Very friendly."

    9. Hyde Memorial State Park Campground

    16 Reviews
    Tesuque, NM
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (505) 983-7175

    $15 - $150 / night

    "This small state park, located just 6 miles outside of downtown Santa Fe, might provide the least expensive lodging options for visiting this wonderful city."

    "It has a table, grill and fire pit. 2 Vault toilets nearby. Spaced far enough to enjoy the space. Occasional road noise that died as the night came from mountain traffic."

    10. Cochiti Recreation Area

    35 Reviews
    Cochiti Lake, NM
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (505) 465-2557

    $15 - $20 / night

    "Some sites in Buffalo Grove are drive through or back-in."

    "Visitors center has lots of information, and there are hiking trails. Not close to any major shopping, but there is a small store nearby and a laundry mat next to the store."

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  • B
    Sep. 7, 2025

    Cochiti Recreation Area

    Beautiful area

    We stayed at Cochiti to be close to Santa Fe and Albuquerque. The area is beautiful and the campground is great. Sites are spacious with paved pads and a parking spot next to your RV sites it has a concrete area with a covered picnic table. We stayed in the Buffalo loop and had 50 amp electric as well as water. The bathhouse was near and was clean and nice

  • GThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 2, 2025

    Forest Service Rd 268 Dispersed Site

    Beating the Heat at 8800 ft.

    Great place to get away for the week. Cattle will walk thru your camp and people were far enough away to enjoy the cool.

  • Colbey M.
    Aug. 31, 2025

    Morphy Lake State Park Campground

    Awesome campground

    Great camp sites with beautiful views! Had such a wonderful Labor Day weekend. Game warden was nice and respectful. Shout out to Debra who works for the campground. She was super helpful. Unable to follow hiking trail completely- I believe it's grown up.

    3G phone service with Verizon, was able to make phone calls only.

  • Andrea P.
    Aug. 30, 2025

    FR 4B Dispersed

    Pretty basic, doesn’t seem heavily used

    The forest service gate was closed but not locked, and it looks like there’s some pretty recent logging activity. There are still enough trees for shade and some privacy, and it does give a nice view of the cliffs. We had two cars and two tents, and there was room for maybe one more comfortably, or a smallish trailer.

  • Adria L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 24, 2025

    Santa Fe Skies RV Park

    Fenton lake

    Everything is online now did realize that the fishing was bad but still a great place to go and relax

  • K
    Aug. 16, 2025

    Coronado campground

    Really nice tent sites

    I love the tent shelters. We slept inside instead of setting up a tent again. Nice shower and toilets. Beautiful view. A bit noisy at night with a highway not far enough away. I am staying an extra night…

  • Stefanie S.
    Aug. 14, 2025

    Rancheros de Santa Fe

    Great Little Park

    We stayed here just a few nights when we first started our journey. It's a nice little park, and we LOVED the hiking trails in the back! The bathrooms and laundry room were very clean and well kept. The pool and "game room" were also nice. The area we stayed in was clearly for people just staying a few days. One thing I appreciated was the use of hedges to hide the neighboring sewer and hookups. Sites are close, so this helps. It is pretty tight in there, so maneuvering can be challenging if you have a bigger rig. But overall it was a nice place to stay.

  • Justin M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 10, 2025

    Carson National Forest La Junta Canyon

    Nice quiet spot near Hwy 64

    Beautiful forest with aspen, pine, fir, and spruce trees. The forest road is in good shape with several well spaced out dispersed camping sites.

  • Todd L.
    Aug. 6, 2025

    Happy Trails RV Park

    Nice Overnight

    It's an older campground, quite small but a very welcome overnight stop. I guess my biggest complaint is dirt/dusty driveway. The site is very long and very level and plenty acceptable in width. No septic at my site(#1), but they doo have a pull up dump station. Our 50amp service had very good voltage at 117.9vac with both our a/c units running on high. Only reason for 4 stars was dusty driveway. Oh, o e more thing, the office staff was awesome, very friendly and helpful.

Guide to Eldorado at Santa Fe

Camping near Eldorado at Santa Fe, New Mexico, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and unique experiences. Whether you're looking for a quiet spot to unwind or a base for exploring the area, there are plenty of options to choose from.

What to do:

  • Hiking: Explore the trails around Juniper Family Campground — Bandelier National Monument. One reviewer mentioned, "The hiking right from the campground is great - the two hikes are definitely worth doing."
  • Visit Local Attractions: The Cochiti Recreation Area is a good spot to access nearby cities and monuments. A visitor noted, "Good location to visit both Albuquerque (50mins) and Santa Fe (35 mins)."
  • Enjoy Scenic Views: At Top of New Mexico - Dispersed Site, you can take in stunning panoramic views. One camper said, "The 360 views from the top are incredible."

What campers like:

  • Spacious Campsites: Campers appreciate the large areas at Sante Fe National Forest BLM-Road 62 Dispersed. A reviewer mentioned, "This is a large area with many campsites. Pretty much anywhere you can get your vehicle, you can camp."
  • Quiet Atmosphere: Many enjoy the peaceful environment at Santa Fe Skies RV Park. One guest shared, "The RV Park was very quiet and peaceful."
  • Clean Facilities: Clean restrooms and showers are a big plus at places like Cochiti Recreation Area. A visitor noted, "The bathrooms were good with flush toilets, hot water in the sink, and free hot showers."

What you should know:

  • Trash Issues: Some campers have reported trash problems at Sante Fe National Forest BLM-Road 62 Dispersed. One reviewer said, "If it is still open, you’ll see a lot of trash."
  • Limited Amenities: Many sites, like Black Canyon Campground, lack amenities like water and electric hookups. A camper mentioned, "No electric, water, sewer or dump station."
  • Wildlife Caution: At Top of New Mexico - Dispersed Site, be aware of wildlife. One camper noted, "The wild horses are active. I saw them in the neighborhood coming through."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Kid-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds, like Rancheros de Santa Fe. A family shared, "Our kiddos LOVED the beautiful pool, game room with epic family ping pong tourneys."
  • Safety First: Choose campgrounds with good security, such as Santa Fe KOA. One reviewer said, "The campground is incredibly safe! Our children made friends with other kiddos camping."
  • Plan for Meals: Many campgrounds have picnic tables and grills, making it easy to cook. A visitor at Santa Fe Skies RV Park mentioned, "The sites were spacious and nice laid out with walkways."

Tips from RVers:

Camping near Eldorado at Santa Fe, New Mexico, has something for everyone. Whether you're in an RV or tent, you'll find plenty of spots to enjoy the great outdoors.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Eldorado at Santa Fe, NM?

According to TheDyrt.com, Eldorado at Santa Fe, NM offers a wide range of camping options, with 132 campgrounds and RV parks near Eldorado at Santa Fe, NM and 26 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Eldorado at Santa Fe, NM?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Eldorado at Santa Fe, NM is Santa Fe Skies RV Park with a 4.5-star rating from 35 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Eldorado at Santa Fe, NM?

What parks are near Eldorado at Santa Fe, NM?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 7 parks near Eldorado at Santa Fe, NM that allow camping, notably Santa Fe National Forest and Cibola National Forest and Grasslands.

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