Best Campgrounds near Pinos Altos, NM

Join the fun near Pinos Altos. With tons of outdoor activities and scenic camping, this is an excellent vacation spot for all kinds of travelers. Pinos Altos is an adventure-filled destination for those who love the outdoorsy camper lifestyle. But it's also great for those who prefer to spend time near the city, exploring and sightseeing. You're sure to find the perfect spot for your New Mexico camping adventure.

Best Camping Sites Near Pinos Altos, New Mexico (58)

    1. Villanueva State Park Campground

    28 Reviews
    Pinos Altos, NM
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (575) 421-2957

    $15 - $30 / night

    "A little off the beaten path but was worth it. Each campsite had a picnic area some even had shelters over them! The lower campground was right next to the river (very high when we were there)."

    "The drive to this park takes us back in time through the tiny town of Villanueva. Once through the gates I was amazed at the fast flowing Pecos River right next to the tree shaded sites. A gem."

    2. Las Vegas/New Mexico KOA Journey

    15 Reviews
    Las Vegas, NM
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (505) 454-0180

    $45 - $75 / night

    "It is off the highway but nice and secluded. Pretty location and outside of Las Vegas, NM. It isn’t a five star because the sites are pretty close together"

    "4/5/2021 Right off the highway. One of the nicer KOA's we have stayed at in the Southwest."

    3. Clines Corners

    2 Reviews
    Pinos Altos, NM
    19 miles
    +1 (575) 472-5488

    "If you don't want the hook-ups and added safety, there is a large gravel lot adjacent to the gas station where you can boondock.  Would stay again."

    "Stopped for the night after a long drive. Spots are very nice for what we needed"

    4. Santa Fe KOA

    29 Reviews
    Glorieta, NM
    36 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."

    5. Santa Rosa Campground & RV Park

    44 Reviews
    Santa Rosa, NM
    44 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 898-1999

    "We were evacuated from our camping spot in Northern New Mexico due to wildfires and set out for a new spot. Exhausted from driving, we pulled into this campground."

    "FYI, when calling for reservation, request to be in back or at least away from 1 night stay people, if that's what you desire. No issues with the staff. If your nice to them, they will be nice to you."

    6. Rancheros de Santa Fe

    26 Reviews
    Eldorado at Santa Fe, NM
    38 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."

    7. North Area Campground — Storrie Lake State Park

    18 Reviews
    Montezuma, NM
    35 miles
    Website
    +1 (505) 425-7278

    $15 / night

    "They also close the main bathroom/shower, there are port-o-lets outside next to them."

    "This state park has nice views of the lake and mountains. The sun sets with a blaze in the sky. We stayed in the electric campground."

    8. Rocky Point Campground — Santa Rosa Lake State Park

    27 Reviews
    Santa Rosa, NM
    41 miles
    Website
    +1 (575) 472-3110

    $15 - $30 / night

    "Book on Reserve America for New Mexico “Santa Rosa Lake” very pretty and peaceful. Not all streets were labeled but the directions worked to get us there just fine."

    "Nice campground in desert setting overlooking the lake. A lot of pull thru sites as well as back ins. Electric was all thru the loop, however water hook ups were not."

    9. Santa Fe Skies RV Park

    36 Reviews
    Santa Fe, NM
    47 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."

    10. Cuervo Mountain RV Park and Horse Hotel

    10 Reviews
    Edgewood, NM
    36 miles
    Website
    +1 (505) 305-1339

    $43 - $87 / night

    "The slides and awning were fully extended without getting close to the adjacent sites. Office was open later than most and you can stay in open spots even if you arrive after hours!"

    "Very clean, large restroom/shower...many sites appear to be long term campers...I had a site close to the office/restroom...quiet and helpful owner...internet was sufficient...sites are pull thru which"

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Recent Reviews near Pinos Altos, NM

435 Reviews of 58 Pinos Altos Campgrounds


  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 19, 2025

    Love's RV Hookup-Santa Rosa NM 285

    Low Water Pressure

    Very convenient Location, but we noticed the water pressure was very low would not even turn on our on the demand heater. So cold showers here at loves!!

  • Kevin K.
    Sep. 18, 2025

    Rocky Point Campground — Santa Rosa Lake State Park

    NM State Parks are great

    Stayed 4 nights at Rocky point loop A site A3. It is a water and electric site. The sites are all spaced very far apart for a campground and each site has a covered area with a picnic table and grill. Plenty of room. There are no fire pits and no ground fires allowed although you can have one in the grill if you bring your own wood.

  • K
    Sep. 16, 2025

    Santa Fe Skies RV Park

    Clean, Friendly, Seamless

    Needed a place to stay while passing through Santa Fe. Found this place on the Dyrt and was able to call and get a full hookup site for our after hours arrival. Easy to find, very clean facilities, and friendly and accommodating staff.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 7, 2025

    Rocky Point Campground — Santa Rosa Lake State Park

    Nice Facilities

    Stopped on my way thru NM. Bathroom/shower facilities are great! Most sites have a covered picnic table and grill. There is a playground for kids and dumping station. It’s about a 7 mile drive from Int 40.

  • Adria L.
    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

  • Julie F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 18, 2025

    Juniper Campground — Santa Rosa Lake State Park

    Nice view of the lake, easy access to sites

    Stopped for the night on our way through NM. Short drive off hwy 40. Arrived after hours and all the sites at the Juniper camp were open (Sunday in August). We chose J11. Nice view of the lake. There is a bit of trash around the site though 😕 Used the envelope at the pay station to pay. Have cash and a pen handy. The sites at Juniper could not be reserved online. They were “walk in” only.

  • 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.

  • Todd L.
    Aug. 13, 2025

    Love's RV Hookup-Santa Rosa NM 285

    It's a Loves, a good, convincing overnight stop

    Good level concrete pad, plenty long for my 36ft travel trailer and long box pick up. Great voltage, 121vac on my 50 amp connection. Back in site, very easy to get in to. Only negative is my site was right beside big truck entrance, but with a/c on, we heard very little.

  • 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 Pinos Altos

Camping near Pinos Altos, New Mexico, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and unique experiences. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a family-friendly adventure, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

What campers like:

  • Natural Beauty: Campers appreciate the stunning views and natural surroundings. One reviewer at Cuervo Mountain RV Park and Horse Hotel said, "Great views and no complaints."
  • Clean Facilities: Many campgrounds, such as Santa Fe Skies RV Park, are praised for their cleanliness. A visitor remarked, "This park is super clean. I highly recommend this park."
  • Friendly Staff: Campers often mention the helpfulness of campground staff. At Las Vegas/New Mexico KOA Journey, one guest noted, "The managers were very gracious and helpful for all our needs."

What you should know:

Tips for camping with families:

  • Kid-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds. One camper at Santa Fe KOA mentioned, "Brand new playground."
  • Space for Kids to Play: Choose campgrounds with spacious sites. A family at Rancheros de Santa Fe enjoyed, "The sites felt very woodsy and the other guests were super friendly!"
  • Dining Options: Some campgrounds offer food delivery. At Santa Rosa Campground & RV Park, a camper noted, "They offer BBQ delivered to your site!"

Tips from RVers:

  • Level Sites: Look for campgrounds with level sites for easier setup. A visitor at Las Vegas/New Mexico KOA Journey said, "Some of the sites I went by thought was not level but then you look closer the pad itself was very level."
  • Dump Stations: Ensure the campground has a dump station. A camper at Cuervo Mountain RV Park and Horse Hotel mentioned, "They have a large storage area in the back, laundry, restrooms."
  • Quiet Locations: Seek out quieter campgrounds for a more relaxing stay. One reviewer at Santa Fe Skies RV Park shared, "The RV Park was very quiet and peaceful."

Camping near Pinos Altos, New Mexico, offers a variety of experiences for everyone. From stunning views to family-friendly activities, there’s something for every camper to enjoy.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Pinos Altos, NM?

According to TheDyrt.com, Pinos Altos, NM offers a wide range of camping options, with 58 campgrounds and RV parks near Pinos Altos, NM and 3 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Pinos Altos, NM?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Pinos Altos, NM is Villanueva State Park Campground with a 4.6-star rating from 28 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Pinos Altos, NM?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 3 free dispersed camping spots near Pinos Altos, NM.