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Best Cabin Camping near Playas, NM

31 Reviews

Several cabin lodging options exist near Playas, New Mexico, primarily at established campgrounds such as Lordsburg KOA and Rusty's RV Ranch. Cabins at Lordsburg KOA include standard amenities with electric hookups, drinking water, and access to central shower facilities and toilets. The cabins at Rusty's RV Ranch provide more privacy with larger sites and full utilities. According to one visitor, "Our space was private with a nice patio. Everyone was easy going and friendly." Most cabins include basic furnishings with picnic tables outside, though specific interior layouts vary by location. Additional cabin accommodations can be found at Burro Mountain Homestead near Silver City and Portal Bunkhouse in neighboring Arizona.

Rustic cabins dominate the region's offerings, with varying levels of amenities. The Portal CCC House and Portal Bunkhouse in Douglas, Arizona provide basic accommodations with limited amenities - the CCC House features electric hookups but no toilets or showers, while the Bunkhouse includes electricity and toilet facilities. Reservations are essential, especially during bird watching seasons when Chiricahua Mountains cabins fill quickly. A camper noted, "The area is a birder's paradise and at certain times of year can get very busy." Most cabins are pet-friendly, though Portal properties maintain stricter no-pet policies. Winter closures affect some mountain cabin locations while desert properties remain accessible year-round.

Most cabin rentals require guests to bring their own bedding, towels, and food supplies. Limited cooking facilities mean visitors should pack accordingly with ready-to-eat meals or simple cooking supplies. The nearest substantial grocery shopping is found in Douglas, Arizona, approximately 55 miles south of Rodeo. One reviewer advised, "Bring supplies because the closest place for decent shopping is Douglas, AZ about 55 miles south." Small convenience stores in Lordsburg offer basic provisions, but selection is limited. Cabins in the Chiricahua Mountains area provide bear-proof storage lockers for food. Guests staying at Rusty's should note the poor internet connectivity, with one camper mentioning the location is "perfect except for WiFi."

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Best Cabin Sites Near Playas, New Mexico (7)

    1. Lordsburg KOA

    14 Reviews
    Animas, NM
    31 miles
    Website
    +1 (575) 542-8003

    "Arrived around 11:00. The office is split hours with morning and afternoon. We arrived during the break. Check in was like after hours. Our site was listed and a map was provided."

    "It’s hard to find Rv parks that can accommodate 60 plus feet rigs. The staff is very friendly and there’s plenty of space to navigate to the site with more than enough space in between the rigs."

    2. Rusty's RV Ranch

    6 Reviews
    Rodeo, NM
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (575) 557-2526

    $29 / night

    "We tried to drive the loop around the area on the first day but the directions weren't very good and we didn't go all the way."

    "Concrete pad (could support 2 telescopes) are available with power outlet to run all astronomy gear. Bring some tie down, the wind could be very strong. Highly recommend this place."

    3. Chiricahua Mountains

    9 Reviews
    Portal, AZ
    44 miles

    "Some of the campgrounds located in the middle island have less privacy but there are still some trees and shrubs to separate them. Sites on the outside are large and very private."

    "If you take Turkey Creek Rd to Sycamore campground, you'll sleep with the beautiful sound of a mountain stream behind you."

    4. Stewart Campground

    1 Review
    Portal, AZ
    37 miles
    Website
    +1 (520) 364-3468

    "The Cave Creek Canyon on the western edge of the Chiricahua Mountains is a spectacular area that will completely take you by surprise."

    5. Burro Mountain Homestead

    1 Review
    Silver City, NM
    49 miles
    Website
    +1 (575) 538-2149

    6. Portal Ccc House

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    Portal, AZ
    37 miles
    Website
    +1 (520) 364-3468

    $125 / night

    7. Portal Bunkhouse

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    Portal, AZ
    37 miles
    Website
    +1 (520) 364-3468

    $100 / night

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31 Reviews of 7 Playas Campgrounds

  • Shari G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jan. 3, 2019

    Stewart Campground

    Great shade for the summer months

    The Cave Creek Canyon on the western edge of the Chiricahua Mountains is a spectacular area that will completely take you by surprise. This cute campground tucked into the trees will charm your socks off!

    Each site has the standard picnic table, bear locker, fire ring and lots of shade. The bathroom is a vault toilet, kept clean by the volunteer camp host, staying at Sandy Flat. This campground is rather small with just a couple small RV sites and lots of shade. Perfect for tent camping though. Great for warmer months, not so great for solar charging due to the shade, so we moved up the road to Sunny Flat campground. There are two small cabins available for rent near the forest visitor’s center, check with the Coronado National Forest, Douglas District office.

    The area is a birder’s paradise and at certain times of year can get very busy. Great opportunities for hiking, biking and wildlife viewing throughout the entire mountain range. All the campgrounds are first-come, first-served.

    There's not much in the area for food and gas, so come prepared. There is one small grill/basic grocery store down the mountain, but if you are looking for real groceries, shop before you come.

  • Lisa S.
    Jan. 29, 2021

    Lordsburg KOA

    Convenient

    This KOA is a convenient pit stop when crossing Southern New Mexico on Rt. 10. The gravél covered acre has been nicely landscaped around the perimeter. Road noise from the highway is heavy. The very clean shower dressing area was barely big enough to turn around in. All amenities are available including propane, which was served up by a grumpy technician.

    It’ll be nice when New Mexico opens its’ State Parks to camping again so touring the State becomes possible.

  • C
    Jan. 28, 2021

    Rusty's RV Ranch

    Pet Friendly with Hiking Trails. Dark Skies and Quiet.

    We wanted to get away for a few days during Covid and wanted to stay south where it was warmer so we found Rusty's RV Ranch in Rodeo New Mexico. It was quiet and friendly and just what we were looking for. While visiting we went exploring and visited the Chiricahua Desert Museum & the Apache Museum next door. Enjoyed all of the displays and history as Geronimo surrendered nearby.

    We took a ride over to the Coronado National Forest and coming from the wide-open desert we felt like we had stepped into another world. Definitely worth the trip. We tried to drive the loop around the area on the first day but the directions weren't very good and we didn't go all the way. We went back the next day and went the other direction and went through the little town of Paradise. It was a long bumpy gravel road this way and really wasn't worth the trip....enjoyed the paved road in the National Forest much more. 

    We needed some supplies so we drove down to Douglas AZ at the Mexico border. Visited Walmart and got some tacos that were excellent. Not much between Rusty's and Douglas but was a good drive with little to no traffic. Did see a number of Border Control agents on patrol.

    Rusty's RV Ranch was very clean and well maintained. You could tell that they have made a concerted effort to make the grounds nice from the Swan & Duck pond to the bird enclosures and Koi pond. Loved the hiking trails that went around the entire property and we used those a number of times.

    The space was huge and very private. We didn't have to unhook our toad vehicle until we needed the car which was really nice. The management was very friendly and helpful. 

    We have t-mobile and I will tell you we had no service here. We hooked up to their park wi-fi but could barely check our email. We don't have satellite either so we were totally disconnected mostly.... but that was good too for a change. Fall and Winter are the busiest times here with people looking for warmer winters and avoiding the hot summers.

    There are a couple of restaurants nearby and the closest has a convenience store but that is it... so be sure that you are stocked up on supplies before you go or expect to drive to get them. If you bring your pet be sure to have some flashlights to walk them at night because it is dark dark 😀

    We would definitely visit Rusty's again! 

    Visit our website for more.

  • F
    Nov. 29, 2021

    Rusty's RV Ranch

    Nice place for Stargazing

    Very nice place, well maintained. Very quiet place too. Perfect for astronomer / stargazing. Concrete pad (could support 2 telescopes) are available with power outlet to run all astronomy gear. Bring some tie down, the wind could be very strong. Highly recommend this place.

    (Very poor wifi internet connection)

    I was there 3 times in 8 months… August, February and April.

  • Melissa W.
    Jan. 11, 2021

    Chiricahua Mountains

    Great campground

    Some of the campgrounds located in the middle island have less privacy but there are still some trees and shrubs to separate them. Sites on the outside are large and very private. There are a ton of trees in the campground which I'm sure are great for shade in the warmer months. We would have loved to see more of the stars but the trees obviously block the views so I would recommend walking out to the road to stargaze at night. The bathrooms, while dated, were clean and functional. We were apprehensive about needing to make a fire in the BBQ grill but it was actually quite nice and kept our hands warm while playing cards. Everything in the National Monuments is very accessible from the campground.

  • Michael C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 25, 2021

    Lordsburg KOA

    Good RV Park

    We stayed the night. Arrived around 11:00. The office is split hours with morning and afternoon. We arrived during the break. Check in was like after hours. Our site was listed and a map was provided. We stopped by the office at 2:00 when the afternoon shift was there. Got the customary sheet/map with door codes and WiFi password. The pool was closed, but hey..... it’s very early spring. Our site had 30 amp service (was listed as 50 amp I believe). Not a problem in March. The WiFi was excellent, the cable has 40 some channels, the provided paper only listed 20 stations. But our Firestick and their WiFi.... we survived. :-) Full hookups, all in good condition. Gravel parking sites. We tried to find something interesting but it’s Lordsburg. We did eat lunch at a very nice diner in town Kranberrys Chattwrbox,

  • Carla J.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 24, 2021

    Rusty's RV Ranch

    Perfect place except for WiFi

    We are birders and were happy with the proximity to many mountain canyons.  Our space was private with a nice patio.  Everyone was easy going and friendly.  The dog park was convenient and clean.

  • Dan C.
    Jan. 30, 2022

    Lordsburg KOA

    Very quiet

    Our Space was level and had good Wi-Fi . Felt safe and got a good nights rest. Dirt and gravel.

  • Untrammelers B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 3, 2023

    Rusty's RV Ranch

    Well kept

    Rusty does a lot to keep this little rv park a cool place to visit. She’s built trails and has goats/birds that the campers can interact with. Showers are lovely. The gathering hall and laundry room is clean and inviting.

Guide to Playas

Cabin options near Playas, New Mexico sit at elevations between 4,200-5,800 feet in a high desert region characterized by dramatic temperature shifts between day and night. The area's mountain and desert landscapes create distinct seasonal camping experiences, with summer temperatures regularly exceeding 100°F and winter nights dropping below freezing. Cabins offer protection from the region's frequent high winds that can make tent camping challenging.

What to do

Stargazing sessions: Rusty's RV Ranch provides concrete astronomy pads with power outlets for telescope equipment. According to one visitor: "Very nice place for astronomer/stargazing. Concrete pad (could support 2 telescopes) are available with power outlet to run all astronomy gear. Bring some tie down, the wind could be very strong."

Mountain biking: Chiricahua Mountains offer numerous trails through diverse terrain. A camper notes: "There are hundreds of beautiful, well maintained and overgrown trails throughout the mountain range. Tons of wildlife and big trees. It's a forest wonderland compared to the surrounding Arizona desert."

Wildlife viewing: Cabin stays during spring migration (April-May) provide excellent bird watching opportunities. The area transforms dramatically during certain seasons, with one camper reporting: "The river gets lower until the snow melts. Makes for a fun snow day and great backpacking."

What campers like

Privacy between sites: Many cabins offer significant space between accommodations. At Lordsburg KOA, one camper appreciated that "there's plenty of space to navigate to the site with more than enough space in between the rigs."

Dark skies for astronomy: The minimal light pollution creates ideal conditions for night photography and star observation. According to a camper: "Nice sites, quiet. Nice large sites for big groups. Sites are spread out, decent bathrooms."

Natural features: Many visitors appreciate the contrast between mountain and desert environments. A visitor to Burro Mountain Homestead noted: "It's very quiet and green right now. Deer also roam the area and they came close up multiple times."

What you should know

Grocery planning essential: Limited supplies available locally mean advance preparation is crucial. A camper at Stewart Campground advised: "There's not much in the area for food and gas, so come prepared. There is one small grill/basic grocery store down the mountain, but if you are looking for real groceries, shop before you come."

Connectivity limitations: Cell service and internet access vary significantly by location. One visitor reported: "We hooked up to their park wi-fi but could barely check our email. We don't have satellite either so we were totally disconnected mostly."

Winter weather considerations: Mountain cabin locations experience significant snowfall. A camper observed: "Snows during winter often. Not as good for hiking and backpacking but makes for a fun snow day!"

Tips for camping with families

Bathroom facilities vary: Some cabins offer private facilities while others require using communal options. A visitor to Lordsburg KOA commented: "The bathrooms were a little outdated but that didn't take away from how well kept the bathrooms were."

Wildlife encounters: Bear-proof storage is required at mountain locations. One camper explained: "Bear boxes at every site. I'll be back!"

Limited entertainment options: Portal Bunkhouse and similar accommodations have minimal entertainment facilities. A family staying at Burro Mountain Homestead noted: "We stayed 2 nights as there wasn't a lot to do. We got to use his RZR to explore trails but I think we would have been bored without the RZR."

Tips from RVers

Site size considerations: Many cabin areas accommodate various vehicle sizes. A visitor mentioned: "We travel with our fifth wheel and a utility trailer aka triple tow. It's hard to find RV parks that can accommodate 60 plus feet rigs."

Seasonal availability: Some RV-accessible cabin locations close during winter months. At higher elevations, road conditions impact accessibility: "The eastern route to Chiricahua National Monument is dicey in areas. Check with rangers before traversing this route."

Access road conditions: Several cabin rentals require driving on unpaved roads. A visitor noted: "To get here you have to go down 7 miles of dirt road, make sure to follow the signs not your GPS."

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