RV campgrounds near San Cristobal, New Mexico sit at elevations between 7,000-8,500 feet, offering cool summer temperatures that rarely exceed 85°F. Located in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, the area experiences afternoon thunderstorms from July through September. Cell reception varies significantly throughout these mountain valleys, with coverage improving at higher elevations near Angel Fire and Eagle Nest.
What to do
Fishing access: 5 minutes from Eagle Nest RV parks to Eagle Nest Lake where visitors report good trout fishing. A reviewer at Weathers RV Park noted, "Mostly pull through sites with full hookups, looking out on the Eagle Nest Lake and the mountains around you."
Historic plaza exploration: 15-minute drive from Taos-area campgrounds to the historic Taos Plaza. "Old Town Taos is 3 miles away," shared one camper at Taos Valley RV Park & Campground. "Restaurants are really close enough to walk to and there is an Ace Hardware store across the street for emergency repairs."
Wildlife viewing: Morning and evening opportunities around campsites. "Deer come in every night," mentioned a visitor at Road Runner RV Resort. The resort features "spacious sites and all of the amenities" with a "beautiful setting along the Red River."
What campers like
Mountain views from level sites: Campsites in the region provide panoramic mountain scenery. "We had a full hookup site and everything worked fine. Water pressure is a smidge low, but not a big deal," noted a reviewer at Sierra Village Lodge & RV Park, adding that the "location of this park is its best feature... nestled right against the mountain."
Dog-friendly amenities: Many parks provide dedicated pet areas. "Lovely duck and geese ponds and river walk, also dog park. Clean restrooms and showers," reported a camper at Questa Lodge & RV Resort, which sits on the banks of the Red River.
Local information from staff: Park owners often provide detailed area guidance. A visitor at Taos Monte Bello RV Park appreciated that "CE, the owner was probably one of the nicest people you will ever meet. She took the time at check in to give all of the information to enjoy our stay. She also, gave us local info and maps of points of interest, restaurants and activities."
What you should know
Water conservation measures: Some parks have water restrictions. "The RV park water pressure was very low," mentioned one reviewer at Sierra Village Lodge & RV Park, where the stream occasionally dries during drought conditions.
Parking challenges for larger vehicles: Maneuvering large motorhomes requires planning. "If you have to drive to any of the sites a little further from the office, just watch out for tree branches. They hang pretty low and haven't been addressed by trimming in awhile," cautioned a camper.
Electronic connectivity limitations: Prepare for limited internet and cell service. "There is NO cell service. Not a bar to be found. And the wifi (free) is REALLY spotty," reported a visitor at Sierra Village Lodge & RV Park, while another camper at LUXX - Taos RV Park stated it had "Best wifi I've ever had in an RV Park."
Tips for camping with families
Riverside sites for water play: Select campsites near streams for natural recreation. "There is a little stream, which is nice to listen to. Our site was on the edge of the stream, but there was a short, steep bank down to the water, so we didn't really spent time at the water. Site 1&2 appear to have easy access to the stream (in case you've got kids who would like to splash around a little)."
Evening wildlife viewing opportunities: Plan early evening wildlife observation times. "Deer come in every night," noted one camper at Road Runner RV Resort.
Playground availability: Some campgrounds feature children's play equipment. One visitor at Taos Valley RV Park noted amenities including "a dump station, a dishwashing area, bathrooms with very hot showers, a playground, and office."
Tips from RVers
Site selection for privacy: Request specific sites based on your preference. "The sites are wide and angled enough to allow for great views, quite level and hookups are easy access," noted a reviewer at Taos Monte Bello RV Park.
Evening noise considerations: Be aware of potential nighttime disturbances. One camper at LUXX - Taos RV Park mentioned "major disturbance about 1 am with quads racing around lot, throwing gravel, etc., resulting in law enforcement removing locals....not RV people."
Entry/exit challenges: Exercise caution navigating park entrances. "The gate coming into the park is tight so when the gentleman says make a lazy turn he means a REAL lazy turn," advised a visitor to Road Runner RV Resort, while another RVer at LUXX - Taos RV Park cautioned about "the single entrance is a high center risk with lots of scrape marks from RV dragging."
