Best Equestrian Camping near Ramah, NM

Bluewater Lake State Park Campground permits horses to roam freely within the park boundaries. Located near Prewitt, NM, the campground provides variable camping options from primitive sites along the shoreline to developed areas with electric hookups. Wild horses can be observed grazing throughout the park grounds and near campsites. The park features several camping areas with gravel tent pads, picnic tables, and fire rings. Some sites have shade from juniper and pinion trees while others offer direct lake views. Campground facilities include clean vault toilets, showers, and limited drinking water access. Electric sites cost more than primitive options, with shoreline camping available for $8 per night.

Trail systems within the park are suitable for equestrian use, though no dedicated horse corrals are available on site. The campground layout accommodates various camping preferences with pull-through sites for RVs and level spaces for tent camping. Rangers patrol the grounds regularly, creating a secure environment for visitors and their animals. The park's boat ramp provides lake access for fishing enthusiasts pursuing pike and muskie. During winter months, water remains available and dump stations remain operational. Weather conditions vary dramatically by season, with summer temperatures supporting water recreation and winter temperatures dropping to 15°F. Reservations are recommended for electric sites, which are limited in number, while many first-come, first-served sites remain available throughout the camping season from April 1 to October 31.

Best Equestrian Sites Near Ramah, New Mexico (2)

    1. Bluewater Lake State Park Campground

    35 Reviews
    Prewitt, NM
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (505) 876-2391

    $15 - $90 / night

    "This was the only lake we saw on our trip to the cattle ranch in New Mexico ;) The park is lovely and we truly enjoyed our time here. There is a nice beach as well as boating and fishing."

    "Beautiful New Mexico sunset."

    2. Red Rock Park & Campground

    17 Reviews
    Rehoboth, NM
    28 miles
    Website

    "I have stayed at this campground several time it was a New Mexico Stae Park, it has since been turned over to the city of Gallup as a city park."

    "My first visit to New Mexico and the southwest. Red Rock Park is in Gallup, NM right on the Arizona state line in between Albuquerque and Flagstaff."

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  • Sara S.
    Jul. 25, 2016

    Bluewater Lake State Park Campground

    oasis in the desert

    This was the only lake we saw on our trip to the cattle ranch in New Mexico ;) The park is lovely and we truly enjoyed our time here. There is a nice beach as well as boating and fishing. The campground is broken up into a couple areas. Our site was somewhat shaded, which was nice in the heat of the summer. Very cool sites overlooking the lake. I wouldn’t say the sites are secluded, but it’s still a neat place. I haven’t been to many state parks in New Mexico so it was a unique experience!

  • Robert A.
    Sep. 3, 2018

    Red Rock Park & Campground

    Freeway campground

    I have stayed at this campground several time it was a New Mexico Stae Park, it has since been turned over to the city of Gallup as a city park. There are several hiking and horseback riding trails around this campground. One of the best is to castle rock a really good hike. Make sure you call to check for availability, there is a rodeo arena near by and will fill up if there is a rodeo.

  • Fain H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 27, 2016

    Red Rock Park & Campground

    Camping in the southwest

    My first visit to New Mexico and the southwest. Red Rock Park is in Gallup, NM right on the Arizona state line in between Albuquerque and Flagstaff. Church Rock Trial and Pyramid Rock Trail are both about 3 to 3 and a half miles round trip from the campground. Your surrounded by desert on one side and dark red stone on the other, very cool place and trails.

  • Robert N.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 2, 2025

    Bluewater Lake State Park Campground

    Calm and quiet

    It is after Labor Day, the Canyonside Campground is deserted except for myself. I can hear the breeze moving through the pinions. Beautiful New Mexico sunset.

  • B
    Aug. 15, 2021

    Bluewater Lake State Park Campground

    Bluewater in the land of enchantment

    The camp sites are well laid out with picnic table. The bath room was primitive and I didn’t check out the showers. The lake and the area is enchanting!! It was my first visit to New Mexico and for sure I will be back! The lake is large and has fishing.

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jan. 15, 2022

    Bluewater Lake State Park Campground

    Great campground in January!

    So we were very lucky that we decided to check out this campground, it is absolutely gorgeous! There was not a single other camper here so we got a nice level spot with power. It was a bit cold, got down to 15, there was some leftover snow in some spots but nothing that was a problem. Last night something was bugging the dogs so I looked outside to see a herd of wild horses grazing next to our camper! There are lots of good hiking trails. The water is still on here and the dump stations are open if needed.

  • Randall Z.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 9, 2023

    Bluewater Lake State Park Campground

    Pretty scenic and Wild Horses

    Lake was muddy brown, not blue. First come, first served and we arrived before noon, but no electric sites were available. Views of lake and surrounding juniper covered mesas was good. Early in morning horses grazed right through our campsite.

  • Elizabeth A.
    May. 1, 2018

    Bluewater Lake State Park Campground

    Very cool area

    Bluewater Lake SP is a unique campground in regards to the layout. You can pull up to all of the sites, and you can overlook the lake, be on the lake, be a little further away, private, have neighbors, really what ever you want. Checking in was very easy and the folks were quite nice. Also there were random horses and donkey’s walking around??? So that was a fun surprise.


Guide to Ramah

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular equestrian campsite near Ramah, NM?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Ramah, NM is Bluewater Lake State Park Campground with a 4.3-star rating from 35 reviews.