Best RV Parks & Resorts near Peñasco, NM

Several RV parks accommodate travelers near Peñasco in northern New Mexico. Taos Valley RV Park offers full hookup sites with water, electric, and sewer connections on both concrete pads and gravel surfaces. "The campground was a little tight for us so I'd think anything much bigger (40' is probably pushing it) than us will have some trouble getting around. Some of sites were questionable as far as level as well," notes one reviewer about nearby Juniper Campground. Monte Bello RV Park in El Prado provides year-round access with fifty-amp electrical service and big rig friendly sites. Pendaries RV Resort in Rociada features spacious pull-through sites suitable for larger motorhomes, though some mountain campgrounds have limited turning radius and shorter parking pads.

Road conditions vary significantly when approaching higher elevation campgrounds. Many parks require advance reservations, particularly during summer months and fall color season when tourism peaks. Cell service is inconsistent throughout the region - stronger at commercial RV parks but weaker at forest service campgrounds. Several locations charge separately for electricity usage beyond the nightly rate. The closest dump stations are located at Taos RV Park and Santa Fe Skies RV Park, while Angel Fire RV Resort offers a complete range of amenities including laundry facilities and a dog park. Most RV parks in the area allow pets but have restrictions on open fires, with several reviewers noting that fire rings are only available at certain locations. Winter camping requires additional preparation, with one camper advising: "If winter camping - heated water hose is highly recommended!"

Best RV Sites Near Peñasco, New Mexico (128)

    1. Taos Valley RV Park & Campground

    28 Reviews
    Ranchos de Taos, NM
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (575) 758-4469

    "This location is so prime for visiting all the sights in Taos, and there are many.  The campground is compact but still, private."

    "Much more vegetation than you would expect from a campground close to town. The staff are friendly. The facilities were clean. The park is older but in an charming New Mexico way."

    2. LUXX - Taos RV Park

    7 Reviews
    Ranchos de Taos, NM
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (575) 201-3339

    $40 - $60 / night

    "Dog friendly, with a small dog park to boot. Easy in and out, hooks ups and wifi. Manager on site and very attentive. We stayed April 1 for one night, was quiet, friendly and comfortable."

    "Congrats for getting the most important things done first: full hook up sites, clean, new bathrooms with roomy showers."

    3. Sierra Village Lodge & RV Park

    7 Reviews
    Taos, NM
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (575) 758-3660

    "We came up from Albuquerque to do some hiking in some mountains(cooler). We had great rain both evenings and sat under the awning and just relaxed after a long day on the trails."

    "Spaces are really close to each other.

    However, the bathrooms/showers (Qty 3) were always very clean. The camp host/owner and employees were very friendly and accommodating."

    4. Taos Monte Bello RV Park

    7 Reviews
    Arroyo Seco, NM
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (575) 751-0774

    $30 - $50 / night

    "The spaces are wide and angled enough to allow for great views! There are no trees, so you will be using your AC and awning when it’s hot out. Sites were quite level and hookups are easy access."

    "Ratings for this category are based on: Value to cost: 4 Overall grounds: 5 Utility of sites (hookups, layout, accessibility): 5 Local Attraction Proximity: 5 Reservation Process/Ease of Getting a Site"

    5. Santa Fe Skies RV Park

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

    $71 - $91 / night

    "Ratings for this category are based on: Value to cost: 4 Overall grounds: 4 Utility of sites (hookups, layout, accessibility): 4 Local Attraction Proximity: 5 Reservation Process/Ease of Getting a Site"

    "Friendly staff, great campground setup. Very accomodating to travelers with dogs as they habe a dog walking path and dog park."

    6. Hyde Memorial State Park Campground

    16 Reviews
    Tesuque, NM
    31 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."

    "There are several loops in this park, in Ludington Black Canyon, the Main Park Loop, a couple Yurt loops, and the small loop we stayed on with RV electric hookups."

    7. Pendaries RV Resort

    4 Reviews
    Rociada, NM
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (505) 454-8304

    "It’s quiet, beautiful, and welcoming. Wonderful pull through sites with plenty of space!"

    "The campground is rustic but not trashy.  Very well kept and maintained.  Up in the mountains, cool and picturesque.  Very much worth the cost.  "

    8. Cottonwood RV Park

    1 Review
    Española, NM
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (505) 901-1231

    $40 / night

    "Little RV Camp in town that has 16 full hookup back-in sites, most are already filled with long-term guests but there are a couple open for day of guests (at least when we were there)."

    9. Angel Nest RV Retreat

    4 Reviews
    Eagle Nest, NM
    34 miles
    Website
    +1 (575) 377-0533

    $25 - $65 / night

    "Very large rv park with full hookups, showers, laundry, and community building. Was not busy when we were here, so we did not have anyone next to us, but the sites are very close to each other."

    "I had been boondocking up in the mountains in the rain all week and needed FHU to recharge.

    Can't remember the price I paid, but it was very reasonable. "

    10. Roadrunner RV Park

    2 Reviews
    Chimayo, NM
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (505) 455-2626

    "The sites long enough for big rigs. The owners are enhancing the sites with native plants. There is no bathhouse yet. The sunrise and sunsets were gorgeous!"

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RV Park Reviews near Peñasco, NM

733 Reviews of 128 Peñasco Campgrounds


  • Jean C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 1, 2020

    Santa Fe KOA

    Compact campground with pull thru sites

    Stopped by this KOA to see what it offered for possible future stays. It's a compact campground that provides pull through sites as well as back-in and tent sites. They offer everything from 50 amp electric to cable TV. Sites are clean and neat. There's a dog park for your pets. Bathrooms are clean with hot showers. They have cabins available as well.

    Great location for exploring Sandra Fe, Bandelier, and other national monuments.

  • A
    Jan. 9, 2021

    Angel Fire RV Resort

    Spacious, clean, luxurious!

    Very nice RV resort! Full hookup, concrete level pads, huge pull thru sites, great for large rigs. A lot of amenities: playground, tennis courts, hot tub, pool, clubhouse. Very polite and attentive personnel! Only a few miles (10min driving) from the ski slopes. If winter camping - heated water hose is highly recommended! During especially chilly nights be prepared to fill up your fresh water tank and turn off and disconnect the hose from the external water supply! If it is frozen overnight, you will be subject to $150 fee.

  • Meandering Life
    Jun. 19, 2019

    Juniper Family Campground — Bandelier National Monument

    Quiet, National Park Campground

    We stayed here for a week and a half in the middle of June 2019. We are a 30 ft travel trailer with a Ram 2500. I’d say between all three loops, there were probably 8-10 sites where we would fit. Some of those spots were taken when we arrived on a Sunday afternoon, but we were able to snag spot#9 on the Abert’s Squirrel loop. It was one of the few pull through sites. Not the easiest site to navigate or level, but we made it work and had plenty of room to park the truck in front. The campground was a little tight for us so I’d think anything much bigger(40’ is probably pushing it) than us will have some trouble getting around. Some of sites were questionable as far as level as well. No hook-ups at any of the spots but there is a dump station near the entrance with potable water. There are also potable water spigots throughout the campground. Conveniently, there was a spigot right by us. Very easy to fill jugs. There are shower houses and toilets, but never went to see how nice they were. The campground was about half full most of the time we were there. Very quiet and everyone respected quiet hours. You pay for sites at a self-pay station with credit card only. We tried to book for 11 nights and it wouldn’t take it, so apparently the self-pay is only good for a charge less than$100. If you want to extend your stay, you can either wait until noon(some things said 11:00 so not sure which is correct) and pay at the kiosk(it must be completed after check-out) or you can write a note that you are extending and pay later. Sites are$12/night unless you have a national park senior or access pass then they are$6/night. It is$25 to enter the park(7-day pass), but we have the annual park pass. There is a camp host on Abert’s Squirrel loop, but we didn’t interact with them so can’t say how friendly they were. Our spot#9 was perfect for solar, no obstructions at all. Most of the other sites we saw at least had some potential for shade. The Coyote Loop seemed to have the most potential for shade; although, the other loops had shady spots as well. Even if you stay at the campground, Bandelier is only accessible by shuttle from 9am-3pm. However, there is a hiking trail that will take you from the campground to the ruins. We did that then hiked the trails down there. You can also hike back up to the campground, but we opted to take the shuttle instead. The last shuttle leaves the visitor center at 5pm. There are other things to do in the area as well. The towns, White Rock and Los Alamos, are nearby and both have services should you need them. The road up to the campground(Hwy 4) is bumpy! First paved road we have ever been on that was washboard. Nothing major, just annoying. The portion of the road to Los Alamos and Jemez Springs was nice. We figure the road damage is due to the shuttles. Weather is a bit unpredictable; rain clouds move in fast, but they move out fast too. We had several TV channels so were able to stay up to date with the weather. AT&T signal was not good with only 1 bar LTE without the booster and not much better with it. It was enough to WIFI call and do some light searching, but uploading photos was too slow. Verizon was good with about 2-3 4G LTE without the booster, and 4 bars with it. I was able to work remotely with the Verizon hotspot. Overall, it was a great place to stay and we would stay again.

  • Bill R.
    Mar. 7, 2023

    Juniper Family Campground — Bandelier National Monument

    A nice quiet campground in Bandelier National Monument.

    Enjoyed our stay in the campground in April of 2022. The campground has 52 sites in 3 loops-Abert's Squirrel and Black Bear are the first two and they're scattered about amongst Juniper and Pinyon Pines. The Coyote loop, where we stayed, is the last loop you'll encounter and it is forested by tall Ponderosa Pines. 

    While it has some sites that can accommodate them, it is generally not a campground for big rigs. The campground is a relatively short and steep drive from Frijoles Canyon where the Visitor Center and several trailheads are located. The Alcove House and the Upper Falls were some of our favorites.

    The campground features potable water, flush toilets, cell service, a seasonal amphitheater, dump station, food lockers and is open year round.

  • Jean C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 1, 2020

    Roadrunner RV Park

    Gravel parking lot, great location

    If you have a big rig and need a place to stay while exploring Santa Fe and the many national monuments in the area, this is a great location! It's not much more than a gravel parking lot, but it can accommodate your large RV and extra vehicle. Try to get a spot as far from the highway as possible.

    Owned by the pueblo, it provides large pull-through sites with 20/30/50A hookups, sewer and water, plus free wifi. There are shops and restaurants across the way. 

    Bandelier, Kasha-Katuwe, Pecos National Monuments are all nearby as is downtown Santa Fe.

  • Mev W.
    May. 27, 2023

    Questa Lodge & RV Resort

    RV park with a campground feel

    Nice park nestled at the foot of the mountains and on the banks of the Red River. Nicely landscaped with two ponds and a river walk. Location is great for visiting Rio Grande del Norte NM and the Wild Rivers Recreation Area. Just north of Taos too. Nicely shaded, level sites with full hookups. Nice picnic table and grill. Might be a little tight for big rigs, but my little Casita was quite happy. Very friendly folks in the office. Clean laundry and restroom. My site backed up to the river and the sound of the rushing water was the perfect lullaby.

  • Judy B.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 24, 2025

    Taos Valley RV Park & Campground

    Very convenient location to all the sites in town

    I loved my stay here. This location is so prime for visiting all the sights in Taos, and there are many.  The campground is compact but still, private. There are several pull-thru sites for big rigs, many back-in sites with water/elec. hookups, and some tent sites in the back of the campground and a few sites at the front by the office that are back-in without any amenities.

    There is a dump station, a dishwashing area, bathrooms with very hot showers, a playground, and office. No open fires are allowed only propane or other contained fires. Cell phone service and wifi thru the campground is available tho not fast when everyone jumps on at the same time. During my stay everyone was very quiet.  My only complaint was a light that stayed on all night for security.

    Restaurants are really close enough to walk to and there is an Ace Hardware store across the street for emergency repairs. Old Town Taos is 3 miles away.

  • A
    Apr. 13, 2021

    Taos Valley RV Park & Campground

    Nice campground, but they don't include electricity in rate

    This is one of only a few RV parks in the immediate area of the city of Taos. This campground had positive reviews, and the photos looked nice, so we chose it. As other people indicated, the park is clean, and reasonably spacious for a private campground. There were buddy sites so your traveling partners could have coaches facing one another, which is also nice. 

    There was ample room to park both our fifth wheel and our truck. The sites we had were concrete and level(we were traveling with others, and their site at a different area of the park was dirt/rock and much less level). There was good Verizon and AT&T cell service in the park as well. 

    I don’t use park WiFi, the laundry rooms, or the bathrooms so I cannot comment on that(although people we were traveling with said they were nice). My issue with this park is the way they charge. 

    Their website indicates a certain charge for 30 amp sites, 50 amp sites, pull-thrus and back-ins. Also, some had sewer, and some did not. Not until we got there did we discover that although we had paid for a premium spot with 50 amp power and sewer, that the cost of the electricity itself was NOT included in the price. This was not prominently indicated on their website. Their policy/procedure was to take a meter reading each day, and that cost was added to the camper’s bill at the end of their stay. I understand that many campgrounds do this for monthly campers, and even weekly. I have NEVER seen this at a campground on a daily rate. I have been all over the country, staying at private campgrounds from coast to coast, and this was the only one that I have ever seen that charged for electricity on a daily rental. I brought this to their attention, and their attitude was, “that’s the way we do it” and was terse about it. The actual dollar amount was not great, about$2/night...but that was based upon our usage. 

    We had people traveling with us that used their air conditioner(we did not) and it was about$5/night. They have every right to do this, but it goes against the industry standard that I have seen everywhere else. So, I am only giving this campground 2 stars because of that. If it weren’t for that, I would give it 4 stars. Take this information and use it how you choose. 

    We stayed in a 35’ fifth wheel.

  • Shari  G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 3, 2024

    Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs Resort & Spa

    Unbelievable Hot Springs w/ Camping Next Door

    This is another great spot in the New Mexican high country, especially if you’re a fan of hot springs AND vintage campers. In addition to full-hook up camping/ RV spots, the resort offers vintage campers for rent. It is a great and quiet place to rest, recuperate,

    and just enjoy yourself. 

    We stayed in the camping loop, and even with electricity and wifi available, had plenty of sunshine for solar power as well as good access for our Starlink. Cell service was pretty skimpy though. 

    The bathhouse at the camping area was well heated with wonderfully hot showers, flush toilets, and plenty of space. Water and a dump station was available in the camping area for an extra fee.

    Access to the hot springs spa was NOT included in the price for camping, and not inexpensive, but the variety of pools and the beauty of the place was worth it. They offer steam rooms, a multitude of pools of varying temperature and mineral content, in addition to a mud bath, lap swimming pool and full locker/ changing room.  They also offer full spa services, massages, etc.  It was very busy on the weekend with day-use customers, but going early or mid week was a far less crowded time. 

    The onsite restaurant/pub is a class act and delicious.  Nearby there are a few hiking trails right from the property, and with the national forest nearby there’s lots of outdoor adventures available. 

    The nearest grocery/ convenience store is just down the road, but the selection is pretty limited. The closest town with full services is in Espanola about 30 minutes away.


Guide to Peñasco

Camping options near Peñasco, New Mexico range from rustic tent sites to full-service RV facilities situated across varied terrain from 7,000 to 9,000 feet elevation. Summer temperatures typically range from 50-85°F, with afternoon thunderstorms common from July through September. Winter camping requires preparation for temperatures that can drop below freezing, with snowfall possible from October through April.

What to do

Wildlife viewing opportunities: 10 minutes from Taos Valley RV Park & Campground visitors can explore mountain trails with chances to spot mule deer, black bears, and various bird species. "There is a dog trail and walking path at the back of the park, which is nice," notes one camper at Taos Valley.

Hiking to local waterfall: 3-mile moderate trail accessible from several camping areas. "The waterfall trail was beautiful, the vault toilet was clean, the views were incredible. Very peaceful," shares a visitor to Hyde Memorial State Park Campground.

Visit historic Taos attractions: within 15 minutes of most northern campsites. "This location is so prime for visiting all the sights in Taos, and there are many. Restaurants are really close enough to walk to," explains a camper from Taos Valley RV Park.

What campers like

Mountain views: especially at sunset from elevated camping areas. "Views were shockingly good. Because of the weather I felt like I was in the Scottish highlands or something, not New Mexico," reports a visitor at Angel Nest RV Retreat.

Privacy between sites: creative site design at several parks enhances camping experience. "I like how their sites are arranged so that you are not looking and eating with your neighbors sewer. They have cleverly added angled dividers to maintain your privacy," mentions a Taos Valley camper.

Clean facilities: particularly bathrooms at several campgrounds despite remote locations. "Bathrooms are dated but cleaned daily. Overall the place could use a few upgrades but it's a quality location," notes a reviewer at Taos Monte Bello RV Park.

What you should know

Seasonal access limitations: many forest roads close after snowfall, typically October through April. "The drive up is steep and our RV had a hard time; would not even think of staying up here in the winter," cautions a visitor at Hyde Memorial State Park.

Water restrictions: some parks have limited or no potable water supply. "The lot is very large gravel and a bit difficult to walk upon. Location sits directly on the highway with lots of traffic noise," reports a camper at LUXX - Taos RV Park.

Cell service and WiFi: extremely variable with many mountain locations having no service. "The wifi was better than average the entire time, it was a little spotty at times but we were consistently able to stream and upload large videos without fail," explains a Monte Bello RV Park reviewer.

Tips for camping with families

Playground access: limited options for children's recreation areas. "They do have a playground, a dishwashing area, bathrooms with very hot showers, and office. During my stay everyone was very quiet," shares a Taos Valley camper.

Stream play areas: seasonal water access varies based on rainfall and drought conditions. "The kids enjoyed the steep hikes and the stream that runs along the other side of the camp sites where there are smaller campgrounds for tent camping," mentions a visitor at Hyde Memorial State Park Campground.

Cabin alternatives: yurt accommodations provide comfort for families not ready for tent camping. "We walked through the yurt site just above us, and they are stunning, with patios and what appears to be heating," notes a Hyde Memorial camper.

Tips from RVers

Site leveling challenges: bring blocks as many sites have significant slopes. "We got to the RV part of the park and it was not crowded, but the spaces require some skill to back into and are NOT the slightest bit level, or wide," advises an RVer at Hyde Memorial.

Access limitations: research route restrictions before attempting mountain roads with larger rigs. "About 5 minutes to downtown. Even a little bit of shade. Sites are basic, but nice, with fire rings and concrete picnic tables. We camped with our 21' teardrop and had no problems," shares a camper at Sierra Village Lodge & RV Park.

Reservation requirements: book early during high season from June through September. "After 3 nights in the mountains this was a great place to shower and do laundry. Easy walk to 2 great New Mexican restaurants," notes a visitor at Taos Valley RV Park.

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