Whether you're an RVer or tent camper, Gila, NM is a great place to post up for the weekend—or longer. Enjoy the scenic camping, fun activities, and sights and sounds of Gila. Search nearby campsites and find top-rated spots from other campers.
$30 - $35 / night
"Everything is clean, spacious, and peaceful with gorgeous views all around. They truly go above and beyond to make you feel welcome and at home."
"It is a tight squeeze to get a truck back there, Tacoma, but we got tucked in just fine. Also there’s a woodsy sign leading into the forest! Cool to see an iconic owl!"
"It’s close to downtown. There’s a grocery store within walking distance as well as a Dairy Queen and a Lottaburger. Very quiet. Hot showers. Full hookups. All for $35/night plus tax"
"Great location walking distance to everything. There’s a grocery store around the corner. Super quiet. Woke up to the birds chirping away. Priced fairly and would stay here again."
"Walking around will also involve walking through dirt areas to reach your destination. All in all though it’s a nice, private, roomy park that puts you right near Silver City’s local shops!"
"The woman behind the counter was so accomodating and the spot we got for 2 nights was huge and very private. The showers were large and clean as well as the rest of the park."
"There’s a short, informal trail at the north end of the campground past the bathroom. The trail goes about 0.25 miles out; so 0.5 mile round trip. A nice evening or morning stroll or both."
"My only complaint would have to be that it’s pretty close to the Main Street so you will hear some cars passing by but other than that, it’s a great place to camp"
"Close to town and a ton of hiking! Super clean!! Would definitely stay here again."
"Just not liking the noisy geese at a pond nearby. Nothing they can do about that though!"
$7 / night
"I’ve stayed here many times over the years (last time was in 2007 however) and depending on how much water is, or recently was in the Gila River, some of the hot springs could be washed out as they get"
"Gila Hot Springs is a great place to relax and recover. Not a party spot. Well managed, and a respectable surrounding community."
$25 - $35 / night
"Nice Park just outside/south of the Gila National forest. Perfect spot if one wants to park and then drive into the Kila forest or cliff dwellings."
"Perfect location to leave our trailer and go out exploring!"
"Nice RV park just outside of Silver City with large spaces and junipers between the spaces. We were in #16 which was huge. Full hookups, laundry. Only one bath with a shower."
"Great place and close to sights, yet nestled in a lovely spot."
GuideEasy access, plenty of hidden spots behind/among the scrub brush and low trees. This is lower desert so there won’t be any tall pines/sprices, but still a few slightly shady spots for the sides of your camper to stay cooler.
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GuidePulled my 24 foot (tip to tip) travel trailer up the mountain. Curvy, narrow roads… just be careful and go slow.
Plenty of campgrounds along the way, as well as these dispersed areas. Plenty of well used sites, as well as some that are less obvious (slightly overgrown but still accessible). I chose the more overgrown one with big open sky for Starlink signal.
Beautiful area and nice to escape a little bit of the heat in the summer compared to silver city or south of there. About 5-10 degrees cooler and lots of shade.
GuideI eventually found the campsites thanks to another reviewer mentioning it was not at the coordinates listed. It is just before you reach the summit on road 424D or something like that. Not listed on maps - just a little brown sign on the left as you are driving along. Very tight squeeze of a path. Did not feel like taking my truck through there.
Not the prettiest area... and a pretty rough road. You won't need 4x4 or high clearance necessarily, but just not fun to drive on at all. The benefit is that you will not see hardly anyone else because of that lol. The other side of Pinos Altos is MUCH nicer roads, landscape and environment. Try Meadow Creek area. That whole road. Happy camping!
TravelerShady, quiet and a great place for birding. Well maintained pit toilets. We were the only campers there. The campground is close to the road, but there was hardly any traffic. It was perfect for our 19ft camper van.
ScoutWent here without knowing where to stay. During the day there were a lot of UTV's and ATV's, however, it got pretty quiet during the night. People were very respectful and bathrooms were clean. We left our kayaks to go venture around and they were still there when we returned. Also found plenty of firewood around.
GuideWe've stayed here several times since 2021. It really is a little known campground that is a hidden gem. Biked to the paek on the last stay. Small hikes and a blast for the kids to explore the rock formations. We've stayed at several sites. This last time we stayed at the RV sites with hookups. No dump station on site. There are very clean bathrooms and showers though.
GuideWe were warned. The trip to the campground was 50ish miles of very rough dirt roads. Took over two hours to make the drive. We arrived at the campground mid-day and were pretty surprised. As mentioned in another review, there are two loops. There is a sunny loop and a shady loop. We opted for the sunny loop for the view of Snow Lake. We tow a 19' travel trailer and there were very few sites that would accommodate it. I have to say that the sites were very overgrown and far from level. In the sunny loop, you can see every other camper there.
The shady loop seemed pretty nice although again, the sites were smallish and not at all level.
The bathrooms were clean and well cared for and there were well maintained water spigots for drinking water.
Dripping Vat is on the Continental Divide Trail (hiking) and we had a steady stream of through hikers.
Snow Lake is a small 90-acre lake with a nice boat ramp. The scenery was spectacular and overall, we enjoyed our stay. Its Just not a place we will return to.
GuideThis site is just a relatively short turn-off road with a loop for turning around and a small, non-dedicated area for pitching a tent as far as I could tell. If you have a camper/RV/van, then it should work fine, but it’s not the best for tent camping. I made it work, but wasn’t super excited about it. Also, there was a bit of trash left behind when I was there, but it wasn’t necessarily a dump.
Getting to this spot was convenient since it is right off a paved road. There was a bit of car noise here and there, but it wasn’t bad. I heard coyotes singing nearby (from multiple directions) in the evening, but didn’t actually see any wildlife.
In all, it was alright. Not horrible, not great, just sufficient.
ScoutWe absolutely loved our stay at Buckhorn RV Park! This place is family-owned and run, and you can really feel the care and pride Polly and David put into it. Everything is clean, spacious, and peaceful with gorgeous views all around. They truly go above and beyond to make you feel welcome and at home.
One of the best parts was the sense of community—fellow campers were incredibly friendly and helpful, making it feel like more than just a stopover. Plus, we discovered the local Gila Farmers Market on Wednesday mornings just a short drive away. It was filled with amazing people, fresh produce, and handmade goods—definitely worth checking out!
Whether you're passing through or planning a longer stay, Buckhorn RV Park is a hidden gem you won’t want to miss. Can’t wait to come back!
Camping near Gila, New Mexico, offers a unique blend of natural beauty and outdoor adventure. With stunning landscapes and various campgrounds, it’s a great spot for families, solo travelers, and RV enthusiasts alike.
Camping near Gila, New Mexico, offers a mix of adventure and relaxation, making it a great destination for everyone.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Gila, NM?
According to TheDyrt.com, Gila, NM offers a wide range of camping options, with 81 campgrounds and RV parks near Gila, NM and 20 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Gila, NM?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Gila, NM is Buckhorn RV Park with a 5-star rating from 1 review.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Gila, NM?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 20 free dispersed camping spots near Gila, NM.
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