Best Camping near Playas, NM

Playas, NM is a great camping destination for adventurers of all types. Playas 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. Find the best campgrounds near Playas, NM. Read helpful reviews and tips to find the perfect camping option for you and your crew.

Best Camping Sites Near Playas, NM (42)

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    1. Smugglers' Roost

    10 Reviews
    46 Photos
    51 Saves
    Animas, New Mexico

    Bring your RV& join us at Smugglers' Roost! A pioneering community which serves as a hub for exploration, creativity, trade, and most of all… the passionate celebration of life!

    We offer 18' x 100' Full Hook-up RV Sites with 50-amp electric, water, sewer& free high-speed WiFi. Pull-throughs are available& there's plenty of room to spread out!

    Smugglers' Roost is located in Animas, NM, situated at the site of the infamous Clanton Gang’s hideout along Smuggler’s Trail. The community is positioned along the original Butterfield Overland Stagecoach Winter Route; a short two hour drive from Las Cruces, New Mexico or just 2.5-hours from either El Paso, Texas or Tucson, Arizona.

    We are located in the Middle of Everywhere, surrounded by wealth of wide-ranging activities and natural amenities which include extraordinary, yet uncrowded state and national recreation areas, caves, mines, ghost towns, museums, historic locations, native sites, observatories, local wineries and micro-breweries.

    BIRD WITH US! We offer an onsite birding station& three additional affiliated local birding sites, including one at the mouth of the famed Cave Creek Canyon only a short drive away.

    EXPLORE THE UNIVERSE! Our dead-dark night skies are nothing short of awe-inspiring, so come explore the universe with our onsite astronomer!

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $27 - $30 / night

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    2. Lordsburg KOA

    12 Reviews
    46 Photos
    13 Saves
    Animas, New Mexico
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    3. Rusty's RV Ranch

    6 Reviews
    33 Photos
    29 Saves
    Rodeo, New Mexico

    Located 6 miles North of Rodeo, NM, on historic Route 80, Rusty’s RV Ranch is nestled between the Peloncillo and Chiricahua Mountain Ranges with 360* views. Whether you only stop in for a few nights or want to put out the wheel chocks and stay awhile, we’ve got you covered. Our 200′ long pull-thru sites with full hook-ups can accommodate even the largest of BIG RIGS. Our on-site guest amenities are available 24 hours a day. At an elevation of 4124 feet, our Summer weather is milder than most desert destinations. We rarely break 100 degrees and at least 10 degrees cooler than Tucson, AZ. Enjoy year-round activities like hiking, biking, birding, geocaching, hunting, and miles off-road trails for your ATV or Jeep. We have a large dog park, complete with comfortable seating in the shade, and we offer over 2 miles of walking trails in the park. You can even use one of our courtesy bicycles to navigate our paths. After your day of fun and adventure, take a dip in our heated swim spa or enjoy a relaxing evening watching the stars.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $29 / night

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    4. Glamping @ Solar City

    9 Reviews
    43 Photos
    Deming, New Mexico

    Solar City Glamping offers complimentary breakfast including local fruits such as Strawberries, Oranges Apples or similar, Starbucks Premium Roasted Coffee, Organic Granola Bars complete with bottled water delivered in hand woven baskets daily. We’re a 100% Solar Powered resort style site featuring high fashion comforters and throws in each deluxe suit. Being 100% Eco-Friendly the property is equipped Flushable, Biodegradable Lavatories and Shower wipes, Gorgeous Memory Foam Queen bed, Yoga station, Rocking Chairs with stunning Chandeliers inside your personal luxury Bell Suit.Your Stargaze, Sunbath & Yoga in the one of a kind New. Mexico Florida Mountains Awaits you!

    • Pets
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tent Cabin
    • Glamping
    • Picnic Table

    $130 - $215 / night

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    Camper-submitted photo from Bonita Canyon Campground — Chiricahua National Monument
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    5. Bonita Canyon Campground — Chiricahua National Monument

    23 Reviews
    137 Photos
    161 Saves
    Portal, Arizona

    Overview

    Bonita Canyon Campground is located in Chiricahua National Monument, also known as the "Wonderland of Rocks". Visitors love Chiricahua for its stunning rock columns (hoodoos), hiking trails, and bird watching opportunities. NOTE: Vehicles and RV's longer than 24 feet are NOT permitted on the scenic drive beyond the campground. Trailers are not permitted on the Scenic Drive. See campground regulations and map.

    Recreation

    Chiricahua National Monument offers 17 miles (27 km) of day-use hiking trails. Birders frequent this site for the diversity of species that reside in or migrate through the area. Enjoy sweeping views of the surrounding valleys and mountain ranges which make for stunning photography opportunities at Massai Point, the end of the 8-mile (13 km), paved scenic drive. No backcountry camping is permitted in the park. The Coronado National Forest surrounds Chiricahua and may offer dispersed or other camping opportunities as well as reservations for developed campgrounds.

    Natural Features

    Set in a pine and oak forest, Bonita Canyon Campground provides an atmosphere of relaxation. Most campsites are well shaded and have views of Bonita Creek which is dry most of the year,

    Nearby Attractions

    The park visitor center is open daily, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Mountain Standard Time (except Thanksgiving Day and December 25). Inside you will find interactive exhibits about the cultural and natural history of the park, plus a Western National Parks Association store. Visitors may explore Faraway Ranch , originally the Erickson family pioneer homestead, converted into a 20th century guest ranch by the family daughters and currently an historic site. For more information visit the Chiricahua National Monument website. Nearby Fort Bowie National Historic Site, Coronado National Memorial, the Coronado National Forest, Portal/Cave Creek, Tombstone, Bisbee, and Willcox are additional places visitors to Chiricahua may also enjoy exploring.

    Charges & Cancellations

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents

    $50 / night

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    6. Sunny Flat Campground

    7 Reviews
    38 Photos
    85 Saves
    Portal, Arizona

    Campsites are clustered around a grassy meadow in this relatively open streamside camp. All sites are shaded, some more than others, and all are reasonably close to Cave Creek. Birdwatching is good right in camp (as it is in all Cave Creek camps) with elegant trogons and many other interesting species sighted regularly among the sycamores and oaks that border the creek. The open character of the area makes for exciting views of Cave Creek Canyon’s famous rock formations which tower over the area. Other recreation attractions in Cave Creek Canyon, such as birding areas along South Fork and a number of hiking trails, are just a short drive from this campground, which is along the Cave Creek Canyon/Portal to Paradise Loop scenic drive. Some attractions you may want to take advantage of while you’re camped at Sunny Flat are the scenic Vista Point Trail located a short distance downstream of the campground, and the Cave Creek Visitor Information Center a little farther downstream. The Center, is open year-round, offers interpretive information, books and pamphlets on the natural and cultural history of the area, and a few examples of local wildlife species. Note: Black bears in area.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • ADA Access
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
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    8. Chiricahua Mountains

    9 Reviews
    28 Photos
    85 Saves
    Portal, Arizona

    Part of the Douglas Ranger District.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    9. Granite Gap Adventure Park

    1 Review
    26 Photos
    2 Saves
    Animas, New Mexico

    Granite Gap Adventure Park is private property located in the Southwest coner of New Mexico. The park is made of beautiful dessert landscape and offers beautiful scenic views overlooking the valley below. Currently the property offers off-the-grid camping only and there is no water source or electricity. The property does not currently have designated camp spots and guest are welcome to camp where they like as long as they stay within the property boundaries. You pick your camp spot. The property boundaries are not currently physically marked and there will be markers installed in the coming year to identify the corners of the property. The gate at the entry to the property is locked and will need to be unlocked to allow for entry which will be coordinated through a local manager.

    Granite Gap lies west of Lordsburg on NM 80, 17 miles north of Rodeo. (Take the Road Forks exit off I-10 and drive south 11 miles.) Located in a transitional area between the Chihuahuan and Sonoran deserts, Granite Peak and other limestone ridges and rock formations rise to 6,500 feet above the Gila River basin range, providing habitat for bighorn sheep, javelina, mule deer, cougar and coyote. In season, blooming ocotillo, cactus, agave, yucca and wildflowers brighten the coarsely textured landscape. Lizards, rattlesnakes, and the rare Gila monster crawl around the crevices. Gambel's quail, golden eagle, roadrunner, hummingbird, and northern mockingbird further enhance this desert drama playing against the backdrop of the Peloncillo Mountains. To the south, Cochise's profile, chiseled along the range top, watches over the ghosts of the Chiricahua Apaches. This location is great for Dark Sky viewing and the valley is already a hot stop for astronomers and many telescopes dot the land Rodeo valley landscape.

    The area is the natural habitat for wildlife that could be dangerous such as Rattlesnakes, scorpions, Mountain Lions, coyotes and many other animals and insects native to the deserts of the Southwest and is raw terrain with loose rocks and difficult hiking conditions and is intended for experience hikers and climbers only. The location has no cell phone service and there is no way to call for emergency medical service. All visitors should proceed at their own risk. Granite Gap Adventure Part (GGAP) shall not be held liable for any injuries sustained on the property.

    • Pets
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    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Standard (Tent/RV)

    $20 - $50 / night

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    10. Bowlin's Butterfield Station RV Park

    3 Reviews
    7 Photos
    3 Saves
    Deming, New Mexico

    If you want to look around the area for a couple of days, stay in our RV park. You can use it as a base while touring the Deming and Silver City areas. Check out a ghost town or two; get a glimpse of how things were in the 1800's by touring The Deming Luna Mimbres Museum, in Deming; or hike and fish in the huge Gila National Forest.

    The Butterfield Station Travel Center is on Interstate 10 (Exit 62) about 20 miles west of Deming, New Mexico. Butterfield carries self-serve Marathon gasoline and features 24hr. pay at the pump service. Looking for diesel fuel? We have that too! We offer a mind-boggling selection of merchandise, jewelry, t-shirts, and toys. You can't leave here and head into the southern New Mexico desert without one of the wonderful treats from the Dairy Queen.

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    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
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  • patty W.The Dyrt PRO User
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    Nov. 6, 2024

    Sunny Flat Campground

    Very scenic

    This campground has nicely spaced sites with lots of green around them. A 3 mile nature walk from the campsite. Very heavy canopy overhead. Sadly it took out the top of our campers ladder 😕Longer vehicles won’t make the road. Our Rv got a broken

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
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    Nov. 4, 2024

    Smugglers' Roost

    Great overnight

    Staff was friendly and helpful. The facilities were clean. The low light made the stargazing great.

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    Sep. 24, 2024

    Glamping @ Solar City

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    Camper-submitted photo from Bonita Canyon Campground — Chiricahua National Monument
    Jun. 8, 2024

    Bonita Canyon Campground — Chiricahua National Monument

    Chiricahua National Monument is special indeed

    If approved by congress, Chiricahua National Monument will become Arizona's fourth National Park.  While the current monument  is a compact area geographically,  it definitely has the uniqueness of a national park and warrants the added protections.  It will however make a very special place more popular, so you might want to visit sooner than later. 

    If you camp in a tent, van, micro-camper, or small travel trailer you will find Bonita Canyon Campground to be a memorable and wonderful place.  Don't try to bring any big rigs as they simply won't fit.  Reservations are a must. 

    The campground is small, beautiful, shaded and right in the middle of some incredible scenery providing easy access to the fantastic hiking and wildlife viewing that is all around you.  Hosts were professional and friendly, bathhouse small but super clean, and the site boundaries were mostly marked with fences which is somewhat unique.  This is an old CCC built campground.  From the campground you can easily walk to the foundations of the original camp located nearby.  

    Pay attention to fire regulations and status.  If permitted, campfires are limited to the raised grills (no rings) but you can bring your own solo type camp stove. You will need to bring your own wood and ice.  Pay attention to your fuel levels in your vehicle as this is a remote place.  

    This is premier birdwatching country.  If you can, I would highly recommend taking  one of the guided walks provided by the rangers and park biologists.  We learned a bunch and I am not even "a birder" and enjoyed it.  The nearby visitor center will have the details. 

    The Arizona Coatimundi's are a very unique mammal and frequently visit the campground.  Deer, turkeys, quail, and other wildlife are in abundance and easy to see from the hikes.  The views of the night sky are unparalleled. 

    A short drive away provides access to some incredible trails for hiking or simply viewing the surrounding Wilderness areas.  The rock features found in this area make it unique. 

    This continues to be one of our favorite places in Arizona to camp and hike.

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    May. 24, 2024

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  • Roger W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Bonita Canyon Campground — Chiricahua National Monument
    May. 4, 2024

    Bonita Canyon Campground — Chiricahua National Monument

    An Amazing National Monument

    Bonita Canyon CG- Chiricahua NM: (Scale 1- bad, 5-Very good

    (71 yr olds in 17’ trailer.)

    Overall Rating: Campsites in outer loop are more nicely spaced(rate 4) and trailer adds to privacy. Inner loop sites are often a bit close (rate 3). Price 2024: $ 10 w interagency Usage during visit: Very full, especially weekends.
    Site Privacy: No Site Spacing: Outside sites are spacious Pad surface: Gravel Reservations: Yes Campground Noise: Very quiet.
    Outside Road Noise: None Through Traffic in campground: No Electric Hookup: No Sewer Hookup: No Dump Station: No Potable Water Available: Yes. Spigots are scattered, locations clearly marked Generators: Allowed, but other than ours, I never heard one. Bathroom: Built by CCC. Clean and rustic. I like them. Showers: No Pull Throughs: I didn’t notice any Cell Service (AT&T): No. WiFi at the visitor center Setting: Woods Recent Weather: 70s to low 80s.
    Solar: At our site with good positioning, we were able to bring in 12amps per day with 400 watt fixed panels.
    Insects: None now Host: Yes, 2 couples Rig Size: Limited to 24’.

  • NThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Granite Gap
    Apr. 14, 2024

    Granite Gap

    Extreme solitude

    First off do not use Google maps. It will not take you to the right place. Use the built-in location found in DYRT. After you turn off I 10 on the left to travel approximately 10 miles the site will be on your right hand side. Follow the road to the left as you go through the gate. The site is very well-maintained. There are only a handful of sites available, but when I was there, I was the only one.

  • Melissa S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Gold Gulch Road
    Mar. 30, 2024

    Gold Gulch Road

    Nice place to pull over for the night

    We came in after dark, but the roads were clear and it was easy to set up. Quiet.

  • Jessica Z.
    Camper-submitted photo from Glamping @ Solar City
    Mar. 28, 2024

    Glamping @ Solar City

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  • Joel R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Bonita Canyon Campground — Chiricahua National Monument
    Mar. 19, 2024

    Bonita Canyon Campground — Chiricahua National Monument

    Quiet and peaceful

    Bonita Canyon Campground at the Chiricahua National Monument is a quiet little campground in a scrub pine forest. Chiricahua National Monument is a “dark sky” park, so there is very little light at night. Bring flashlights but leave lanterns at home! There are 36 sites with picnic tables and grills. There are community water faucets, but all were turned off when we were there. There are bathrooms with flush toilet, but no hookups or showers. Most sites are small and could accommodate tents, a small class C or van campers. 25’ is the max length and 14 days is max stay. The sign said the campground was full but there were empty sites. All sites are reservable through the www.US.gov web site.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Sunny Flat Campground
    Mar. 15, 2024

    Sunny Flat Campground

    Great campground, but extremely difficult to get a site

    Beautiful location, but odds of finding an available campsite are almost nil.  FCFS policy.  Have tried several times, never successful.  Similar for Stewart Campground nearby, these are the only ones open in winter.  Be prepared for alternatives.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Rusty's RV Ranch
    Mar. 15, 2024

    Rusty's RV Ranch

    Well-run and good location

    Rusty runs a tight ship, and the state of the campground reflects that.  All services work properly and facilities are neat and clean.  Price is $35 per night and absolutely no refunds are given for any reason (you sign a separate agreement to that effect).

  • James P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lordsburg KOA
    Mar. 2, 2024

    Lordsburg KOA

    Nice campground

    Level gravel sites. FHU worked fine; appears to be maintained. Nice staff, well stocked store. Would stay here again.

  • Bill R.
    Camper-submitted photo from Bonita Canyon Campground — Chiricahua National Monument
    Feb. 24, 2024

    Bonita Canyon Campground — Chiricahua National Monument

    Old school CCC built campground in an out of the way location

    We've stayed here a number of times, always in March. Very nice, quiet campground in a wooded canyon with a small stream running right through the CG. There are 25 sites, mostly smallish, better suited for small rvs/trailers or tents. Not enough room for very rigs in here. 

    Water spigots are scattered throughout, 1 restroom with flush toilet. Last time we were there they had an issue with water system and had to shut it off and bring in port-a-potties.

    As far as other amenities, there's spotty cell service (at least Verizon) and Wifi at the visitor center not far from the CG. Nearest services and dump station are in Willcox, 37 miles away. There's also a gas station/convenience store at a place called the Mustang Mall (it's not a mall in the usual sense), 29 miles west of Bonita.

    A number of good hiking trails, mostly up on top at Massai Point with a few additional trails starting at the CG. Our favorite is Echo Canyon to the Visitor Cntr.

    One important note: Ground fires are not allowed (at least as of 2023), which means you can have one in the above ground little BBQ grill or you have to have your own fire pan to have a wood fire. Speaking of which, no wood is for sale at the Monument nor are you allowed to gather it.

    So, bring everything you need!!

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Granite Gap
    Jan. 28, 2024

    Granite Gap

    Classic New Mexi o

    Great spot. Rocks and cactus and sunrises. Narrow sandy road, but manageable for smaller RV.

  • TThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from West Turkey Creek Dispersed
    Jan. 10, 2024

    West Turkey Creek Dispersed

    Gorgeous

    The drive up is beautiful, the road isn’t maintained, but in pretty good condition. I stopped right after the cattle guard. There is another site going up about .5 mile in the left. Couldn’t see good enough in the dark. The creek was flowing and quite a few animals at dawn and dusk. Not a lot of traffic, and a trail right up the road to hike or follow the creek. The last campers left it so nice I was able to add decorations.

  • Felix G.
    Camper-submitted photo from Ridge Park RV
    Dec. 25, 2023

    Ridge Park RV

    Nickel and dimed to death

    This is a very nice park as far as scenery, the staff which is a husband and wife, are friendly enough. With no offense to anyone else who has written positives on this park, we don't mean to rain on your parade. But the one thing that really threw us back was, is that there are virtually no amenities, that come without a cost, if a person wants to take a shower, let's say for 5 minutes, that cost you$3, for yourself, and three more dollars for your spouse, add that up daily then multiply by weekly and then by monthly. And you can see that that is insane for the cost, and one does not find out about this until you get to the campground and fill out the paperwork and then they let you know this at the last minute, I am a handicap person, and needless to say, I count on Campground showers as there are roomier, and we make sure that we pay more than enough in our stay, so that we can enjoy such. But sadly for the month that we were there between November the 20th to December 20th. There was nothing very pleasurable, about our stay there. On top of that, there is no internet, nor do they have any Commerce with any service that has internet service, even though other RV parks in that region have them. There is no cable either. So basically the only thing that you get is your spot, running water, trash, and Sewer, for 425 per month. Needless to say as a forwarding to anybody, if you plan to travel between that park there and Silver City New Mexico it is approximately 12 miles between the two, but the expence gets up there quik, bth ways if you drive a truck. We camped at Ridge Park RV& Campground in a Travel Trailer.

  • hThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Granite Gap
    Dec. 25, 2023

    Granite Gap

    Beautiful! Quite! Amazing!

    Amazing views. A bit sandy of a drive. You have to open and close a gate but it is not locked. Quite, no lights nearby, dispersed camping at its best. Just a few cows. I would camp here again. We made it up in a long bed crew an Chevy 2500. Some camp sites at the bottom. But if you go up to the dead end keep to the left. Site is not to level but throw a couple of rocks under the tires and you can level out. Drive up is a little bit narrow with cactus close to the road. I would not think you need 4x4 but maybe something more then a car would be better. If wet I would think it may get a bit squishy, but with it dry a stock suv would make it just fine. Camped next to a rock face. Just beautiful!

  • Daniel B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from South Gage Dispersed Camping
    Nov. 27, 2023

    South Gage Dispersed Camping

    Big area to park and beautiful but..

    Only a couple miles off of 10, easy to get to in any vehicle. The surrounding mountains are beautiful but I’m not sure if this is a dispersed camping spot, there is a quarry and it’s loud, it’s very dusty. Maybe quieter in the evenings and weekends I don’t know because I’m here on a Monday afternoon. I’m not staying because of the noise and to be honest I’m not sure camping overnight is allowed here.

  • Jake C.The Dyrt ADMIN User
    Camper-submitted photo from Granite Gap Adventure Park
    Nov. 22, 2023

    Granite Gap Adventure Park

    New to the Dyrt!

    Jake from the Dyrt here!  Granite Gap Adventure Park is in a unique part of New Mexico with plenty of awesome natural views to take in.  Check them out and leave a review about your stay on the Dyrt!

  • Jake C.The Dyrt ADMIN User
    Camper-submitted photo from Stagecoach Flats
    Nov. 22, 2023

    Stagecoach Flats

    Camping on Private Raw Land

    Jake from the Dyrt here! Stagecoach flats is a raw land campground where you can choose your own site, with plenty of expansion planned for the future.  Check them out and leave a review about your stay on the Dyrt!



Guide to Playas

Camping near Playas, New Mexico, offers a unique blend of outdoor experiences, from stargazing to exploring local wildlife. With several campgrounds in the area, you can find the perfect spot to unwind and enjoy nature.

What to do

  • Hiking: There are great trails nearby, especially around the Chiricahua Mountains. One camper mentioned, "There are hundreds of beautiful, well-maintained trails throughout the mountain range" at Chiricahua Mountains.
  • Stargazing: The dark skies in this region make it perfect for stargazing. A visitor at Rusty's RV Ranch said, "Perfect place for astronomer/stargazing."
  • Wildlife Watching: Keep an eye out for local wildlife. One reviewer noted, "We saw deer and turkeys" while camping at Pinery Canyon Road Dispersed Camping.

What campers like

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A review from Rusty's RV Ranch highlighted, "The gathering hall and laundry room is clean and inviting."
  • Friendly Atmosphere: Many visitors enjoy the welcoming vibe. One camper at Smugglers' Roost mentioned, "Other campers are nice and welcoming."
  • Quiet Environment: Campgrounds like Cattlemen Trail are noted for their peaceful surroundings. A reviewer said, "It was quiet and secluded."

What you should know

  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Gila National Forest Road 861, have no drinking water or electric hookups. A camper noted, "No services."
  • First-Come, First-Served: Many sites operate on a first-come, first-served basis. A visitor at Sunny Flat Campground shared, "Odds of finding an available campsite are almost nil."
  • Road Conditions: Some access roads can be rough. A camper advised, "If coming from the east your GPS might try to take you via White Water Rd - DON’T!" when heading to Cattlemen Trail.

Tips for camping with families

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for spots with amenities like picnic tables and clean restrooms. A family at Rusty's RV Ranch enjoyed the "lovely showers" and "trails."
  • Plan Activities: Bring games or outdoor activities to keep kids entertained. One reviewer at Glamping @ Solar City mentioned, "Amidst all the work and entertainment, you want to relax a little."
  • Pack Snacks: Having snacks on hand can make a big difference. A camper at Smugglers' Roost noted, "There is a cute restaurant in walking distance."

Tips from RVers

  • Check Hookups: Ensure your chosen campground has the necessary hookups for your RV. A visitor at Lordsburg KOA mentioned, "FHU worked fine; appears to be maintained."
  • Be Prepared for Wind: Some areas can be windy, so bring tie-downs for your setup. A reviewer at Rusty's RV Ranch advised, "Bring some tie down, the wind could be very strong."
  • Stay Connected: If you need internet, check the Wi-Fi availability. One camper at Rusty's RV Ranch said, "Very poor Wi-Fi internet connection."

Camping near Playas, New Mexico, offers a mix of adventure and relaxation, making it a great destination for families and RVers alike.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What camping is available near Playas, NM?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Playas, NM offers a wide range of camping options, with 42 campgrounds and RV parks near Playas, NM and 11 free dispersed camping spots.

  • Which is the most popular campground near Playas, NM?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Playas, NM is Smugglers' Roost with a 4.5-star rating from 10 reviews.

  • Where can I find free dispersed camping near Playas, NM?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 11 free dispersed camping spots near Playas, NM.

  • What parks are near Playas, NM?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 3 parks near Playas, NM that allow camping, notably Gila National Forest and Coronado National Forest.