Best Camping near Gallup, NM
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Best Camping Sites Near Gallup, NM (20)
1. USA RV Park
Mentmore, New Mexico48 Reviews•170 Photos•155 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
$25 - $35 / night
2. Six Mile Canyon - Dispersed Camping
Jamestown, New Mexico28 Reviews•63 Photos•222 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- RVs
- Tents
- Dispersed
3. Quaking Aspen Campground
Fort Wingate, New Mexico14 Reviews•29 Photos•162 SavesThe campground offers a respite from the heat in a setting of aspen and mature ponderosa pine trees, approximately 6 miles south of Fort Wingate. This is the most recently renovated campground on the Mt. Taylor Ranger District. This area has a rich history of railroad logging, and the original town of McGaffey was built in the vicinity of McGaffey Lake a few miles down the road. Remember to pay attention to road conditions and your vehicle's abilities before driving off of the main road.
- Pets
- Fires
- Reservable
- ADA Access
- RVs
- Tents
$5 / night
4. Red Rock Park & Campground
Rehoboth, New Mexico14 Reviews•44 Photos•61 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
5. Bluewater Lake State Park Campground
Prewitt, New Mexico33 Reviews•75 Photos•251 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
$8 - $18 / night
6. El Morro National Monument
Pinehill, New Mexico22 Reviews•121 Photos•116 SavesEl Morro National Monument operates a nine-site campground year-round. First come-first served. Each site has a graveled tent pad, picnic table and ground grill for fires. During the warmer months, water is available at spigots that are centrally located along the campground loop road. Once the overnight low's begin to reach freezing temperatures, water is turned off for the season. There are no hookups for RVs. The length limit on all motor homes is 27 feet overall. One site, #5, is handicapped accessible.
- Phone Service
- RVs
- Tents
- Group
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
7. McGaffey Campground
Fort Wingate, New Mexico3 Reviews•1 Photo•11 SavesThis campground is situated in what was once the historic railroad logging and sawmill town of McGaffey.__ McGaffey Campground was built in 1937 and lies west of the Continental Divide in the Zuni Mountains, at an elevation of approximately 8,000 feet.__ It is the largest of the Mt. Taylor Ranger District campgrounds__and has__a volunteer host on site.__ Mature ponderosa pine trees provide scenic settings and shade, while small hills provide some privacy.__ Follow the road past the entrance, staying to the right to access the Oso and Page overnight sites.__Remember to pay attention to road conditions and your vehicle's abilities before driving off of the main road.__ Please be respectful of our historic heritage as you explore the area.
- RVs
- Tents
- Group
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Trash
- Toilets
8. Six Mile Canyon Road Dispersed Site
Jamestown, New Mexico2 Reviews•4 Photos•20 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- RVs
- Tents
- Group
9. Turkey Springs
Fort Wingate, New Mexico1 Review•6 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- RVs
- Tents
- Standard (Tent/RV)
10. Ojo Redondo
Bluewater Village, New Mexico3 Reviews•2 Photos•81 SavesThis campground is located southwest of Mt. Sedgwick, the highest peak in the Zuni Mountains. It is situated in ponderosa pine, douglas fir, and aspen trees, with a scenic meadow adjacent to the campground. Be advised of road conditions due to elevation and precipitation.
- RVs
- Tents
- Toilets
Pet-friendly camping near Gallup
Six Mile Canyon - Dispersed Camping
222 Saves
- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- RVs
Quaking Aspen Campground
162 Saves
The campground offers a respite from the heat in a setting of aspen and mature ponderosa pine trees, approximately 6 miles south of Fort Wingate. This is the most recently renovated campground on the Mt. Taylor Ranger District. This area has a rich history of railroad logging, and the original town of McGaffey was built in the vicinity of McGaffey Lake a few miles down the road. Remember to pay attention to road conditions and your vehicle's abilities before driving off of the main road.
- Pets
- Fires
- Reservable
- ADA Access
$5 / night
Red Rock Park & Campground
61 Saves
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
Bluewater Lake State Park Campground
251 Saves
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
$8 - $18 / night
Six Mile Canyon Road Dispersed Site
20 Saves
- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- RVs
Recent Reviews in Gallup
172 Reviews of 20 Gallup Campgrounds
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Lori W.
Traveler
USA RV Park
Wide Open and Level
Some shade. Clean facilities. Close parking even though the park isn’t full this time of year. The Albuquerque Balloon Festival was a couple of weeks ago. American pride shown here! Great camp store.
- SShawn
Guide
Bluewater Lake State Park Campground
Great spot Great Price
Great rate for 30 A. I love to see the wild horses roaming the park.
- RRobert B.Traveler
Quaking Aspen Campground
Nice location
We spent a few nights here. It’s not a big campground and we came in without a reservation. I don’t think reservations are possible? The sites are pretty spaced out and shaded. I think there were about 16 sites total though there might be more. There are clean pit toilets, picnic tables and fire rings. Really nice hiking / mountain bike trails. The aspens are in the trails not the campground
James B.
Ranger
Six Mile Canyon - Dispersed Camping
Nice stay for two days
We picked this free area for convenience (easy to get to from I40) and how it looked in photos.
What other reviews say about the start of the road being rough is correct. The wash areas are really poorly maintained. Once you get past this the road is pretty good.
We found a nice campsite and were able to get level in the pickup camper. Stayed two night and enjoyed the beauty.
Some complain about noise form I40, but if you come back into the area you can’t hear it.
Lisa M.RangerUSA RV Park
Clean and reasonably priced
Stayed here for one night on our way up to Farmington. Staff was very pleasant. We paid $41 for electric and water. Site was very nice and flat. Did have showers,pool, Wi-fi and laundry
- JJennifer Y.
ScoutQuaking Aspen Campground
Nice campground
Nice campground, camp sites are nicely spaced, plenty of shade under the pines, sites have picnic tables and fire pits, clean vault toilets, well maintained campground
Glen C.TravelerUSA RV Park
Clean, organized, and reasonably priced
Needed an overnight stay along Interstate 40 in New Mexico. Check-in was quick and easy, the sites are arranged so that RV doors are not facing the neighbor's sewage pipe, which is something I always appreciate. Most of the sites are pull-through. The park is well laid out and covered with an attractive reddish-brown gravel. The facilities were clean, the staff was pleasant. The park felt safe though the neighborhood around it is economically distressed. The park is family friendly; there is a dog-park, a nice pool, and attractive common area near the office with tables and statuary with a cute bear theme. The only negatives are not under the control of the park: trains pass by frequently day and night, and in the evening the mosquitos are voracious. My wife and I agree that we would return here.
Casey M.GuideUSA RV Park
AMAZIN
This was an amazing place. Super family friendly. Amazingly helpful staff. I forgot my airpump for the bed and they gave me one they had so I could use it. Truly nice people.
Dell P.ScoutBluewater Lake State Park Campground
WINDY
Campgrounds easy to access. I did not have a site reservation, buit there were lots of vacent pads available. Nice view of the lake. Only drawback was the all night incessant winds. They were strong, gusty and loud. So strong they collapsed my tent on top of me. Notmuch sleep that night. It might have been where I was (pad 44), They were still strong in the morning, but I noticed they were less/non existant at the campsites near the main entrance. Just bewaye and be prepared.
- mmatt M.Traveler
Six Mile Canyon - Dispersed Camping
Watch out for rain
I’m actually stuck here as I’m writing this because the rain washed out the road, and everything is so muddy. I was tired and the weather app said only a 50% chance of rain for an hour, but boy was that wrong. A nice spot besides that, close to the highway but far enough away to not have much noise. I would avoid it in the future without something 4x4 though.
- mmark F.Ranger
Quaking Aspen Campground
Great sites no direct hiking
Claen vault toilets, well spaced and quiet sites. We'll maintained. No water. No hiking from campground. Some trails and dispersed camping 1/2 mi down road south.
- AAnne F.Scout
Red Rock Park & Campground
Run down sites and unhelpful staff
Most cramped campsite I've ever seen, absolutely no privacy between sites. Staff was unhelpful when we arrived and someone was in our reserved spot (which they require reservations online). We ended up going elsewhere.
Jami C.Traveler
Six Mile Canyon Road Dispersed Site
Several spots
There were several spots. We did have to drive a couple miles to get away from other campers. Was perfectly fine after a day of cross country driving. Camped in a Jeep.
James G.TravelerSix Mile Canyon - Dispersed Camping
Beautiful spot!
This was a great find along the 40. The road is a bit long but it follows the 40 most of the way and is accessible for most cars. Though lower clearance may need to be careful at certain points. We found that the spots were far apart so we didn't have anyone near us.
I would definitely stay here again.
Terry O.TravelerSix Mile Canyon Road Dispersed Site
Beautiful views in the canyon
Went about 2 miles up the road to find the last good spot. Found a few sites off of the road before this but all occupied. We got a site for 2 RVs that protected us from an impending windstorm. Sites not very level but managed to get the RVs level enough. Thoroughly enjoyed the area. Biked 6 miles up the road. Had cell service (Verizon and T-mobile).
- Julie H.Traveler
Red Rock Park & Campground
Beautiful surroundings
I stayed at the main camp ground. Some sites were right on top each other. It was clean and well cared for. I was there in April and it was not full, so the sites being right wasn't and issue for me. I didn't take the trails, but by what I could tell they were well marked. If you have the time do explore some beauty in those rocks!
Britt T.ScoutTurkey Springs
Hard to find
Beautiful spot hard to find
- Britt T.Scout
Six Mile Canyon - Dispersed Camping
Great out of the way
Stayed for ten days only saw three other campers. Very peaceful, rough in and out but made it with ease. wAtch out if it rains very muddy roads
Rainer R.ScoutSix Mile Canyon - Dispersed Camping
Great spot
Great Spot! Clean and easy to find. A bit bumpy to access. 2WD will only bring you to the first two sites. We were told from another camper that for all others you will need 4WD . Also it seems the access can become muddy after rain. You will probably need 4WD in that case too.
- KKevin C.Guide
Six Mile Canyon - Dispersed Camping
Great little hideaway
Found this using this app. Spent three days/ two nights here. Set up by the little canyon and hiked down. Very peaceful.
Lea B.GuideSix Mile Canyon - Dispersed Camping
Quiet location with great cell coverage
The area is beautiful with a winding road that takes you farther if you want to go. I drove in about .25 mile and found a nice spot that others had used as a camp site.
The road getting to Six Mile Canyon is a little rough due to ruts, but we did fine in a Class C. Just went really slowly.
- JJennifer W.Traveler
Bluewater Lake State Park Campground
Nice find
Great campground. Not far off I-40. Lots of sites. Most have a level, gravel tent pad, table and fire ring. Vault toilets in abundance. One bathroom with sinks and flush toilets. Separate shower house was closed when we were here. Some electric sites. Some large level pull thrus. Most sites have at least a glimpse of the lake. There were horses roaming through the campground. Mostly empty this April midweek. Good trails for hiking. I only saw one water pump in the park. There is an EV charging station.
Twan M.RangerSix Mile Canyon - Dispersed Camping
Hidden Gem
Just off & along the interstate, you’d never know. The valley road cuts through green canyon bluffs and rolling hills with good tree coverage. Lots of fun and scenic driving. Spur trails are good 4x4 drives. The main road is 2wd friendly for a long way, with probably 10-15 camping sites/options along the way. Very beautiful and peaceful.
Angela C.RangerUSA RV Park
Decent place to overnight
We were able to make a same day reservation and the staff were very nice. Someone was in our spot and they quickly got us into a new (and better) spot. The spots are pull-through, gravel, and very close to one another. It was extremely busy when we stayed probably because the location is good and there aren’t many options in the area so there was a bit of a parking lot feel. The pool and barbecue place weren’t open when we went, but the store was open till 8 and had the basics (I didn’t use the laundromat or bathrooms). The cost with our discount was around $40 - we felt like it got the job done and would certainly stay again if we were passing through Gallup and needed a place to camp.
- DDouglas C.Scout
El Morro National Monument
Quiet, Lean, and Free
Clean and free campground. We were there in the off-season, and I can imagine it getting busy in the summer.
vincent M.ScoutEl Morro National Monument
What should you do
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- vincent M.Scout
Ojo Redondo
This campground was
This campground was gorgeous and well-maintained. The only disadvantage is that if there were a large number of people, it would not be very private. If you have the time, I have discovered a very interesting game called geometry dash lite that you are welcome to join and play with me.
Guide to Gallup
Camping near Gallup, NM, offers a mix of established campgrounds and dispersed camping options. Whether you're in an RV or pitching a tent, there's something for everyone in this beautiful area.
What to do:
- Explore the outdoors: The area is surrounded by stunning landscapes and hiking trails. Many campers enjoy the peacefulness of spots like Six Mile Canyon - Dispersed Camping, where one visitor said, "Spent three days/two nights here. Set up by the little canyon and hiked down. Very peaceful."
- Visit local attractions: Check out the nearby El Morro National Monument. One camper mentioned, "Interesting place to visit," highlighting the area's rich history and natural beauty.
- Enjoy water activities: Bluewater Lake State Park Campground is a great spot for fishing and boating. A reviewer noted, "Great campground. Not far off I-40," making it a convenient stop for water lovers.
What campers like:
- Clean facilities: Campers appreciate cleanliness, especially at places like USA RV Park. One guest said, "Staff was very pleasant... Site was very nice and flat."
- Family-friendly atmosphere: Many campgrounds, such as Red Rock Park & Campground, are noted for being family-friendly. A reviewer mentioned, "It was clean and well cared for," making it a good choice for families.
- Spacious sites: Campers enjoy the space at Quaking Aspen Campground. One visitor remarked, "Camp sites are nicely spaced, plenty of shade under the pines."
What you should know:
- Noise from trains: If you stay at USA RV Park, be prepared for train noise. A camper noted, "Trains pass by frequently day and night."
- Limited amenities at dispersed sites: At Six Mile Canyon - Dispersed Camping, there are no drinking water or electric hookups. One camper warned, "I would avoid it in the future without something 4x4 though."
- Reservation challenges: Some campers have faced issues with reservations at places like Red Rock Park & Campground. A reviewer said, "Staff was unhelpful when we arrived and someone was in our reserved spot."
Tips for camping with families:
- Look for kid-friendly amenities: Campgrounds like USA RV Park have pools and playgrounds. One family mentioned, "The park is family friendly; there is a dog-park, a nice pool."
- Plan for activities: Make sure to have games or crafts for downtime. A camper at Quaking Aspen Campground noted, "There are a few hiking trails in the area worth exploring."
- Pack snacks and meals: Having food on hand can save time and keep everyone happy. A visitor at Bluewater Lake State Park Campground mentioned, "Most sites have a level, gravel tent pad, table and fire ring."
Tips from RVers:
- Check site sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Red Rock Park & Campground said, "Sites are tight and kinda a trashy campground."
- Be ready for weather changes: At Six Mile Canyon - Dispersed Camping, one camper got stuck due to rain. They advised, "Watch out if it rains very muddy roads."
- Use reservations wisely: Some campgrounds require reservations, so plan ahead. A visitor at USA RV Park mentioned, "Check-in was quick and easy."
Gallup, NM campgrounds offer a variety of experiences, from family-friendly parks to quiet dispersed camping. Whether you're in an RV or tent, there's something for everyone in this beautiful area.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Gallup, NM?
According to TheDyrt.com, Gallup, NM offers a wide range of camping options, with 20 campgrounds and RV parks near Gallup, NM and 4 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Gallup, NM?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Gallup, NM is USA RV Park with a 4.5-star rating from 48 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Gallup, NM?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 4 free dispersed camping spots near Gallup, NM.
What parks are near Gallup, NM?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 11 parks near Gallup, NM that allow camping, notably El Morro National Monument and Canyon De Chelly National Monument.