Best Glamping near Rincon, NM

Turquoise Trail Campground and Albuquerque KOA Journey house upscale glamping accommodations amid the scenic New Mexico landscape near Rincon. The glamping options include fully-furnished canvas tents with comfortable bedding, climate control systems, and private outdoor spaces perfect for enjoying the mountain views. These accommodations provide a welcome alternative to traditional camping, with electricity, nearby modern bathroom facilities with hot showers, and convenient access to on-site amenities. The sites are nestled among pine and fir trees, creating natural privacy barriers while maintaining proximity to essential services. A recent visitor noted, "Great spot to car camp for the night. I definitely appreciated the HOT, running water and nicely kept bathroom."

Several glamping sites in the region feature special accommodations including yurts and luxury safari-style tents with elevated platforms. Visitors appreciate the proximity to both natural attractions and urban conveniences, with most locations situated within easy driving distance to Albuquerque's cultural sites and the Sandia Mountains. The area's unique positioning allows for excellent stargazing opportunities, particularly at the higher elevation sites. According to one camper, "There were a ton of stars at night which was great." Many glamping accommodations remain open year-round, though availability can be limited during the popular October Balloon Festival. On-site markets at select locations provide necessities, while nearby breweries and restaurants offer convenient dining options within short driving distance of most glamping sites.

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Best Glamping Sites Near Rincon, New Mexico (13)

1. Albuquerque KOA Journey
47 Reviews
Monticello, NM
9 miles
Website
+1 (505) 296-2729
"Staff was friendly. Past reviews mentioned that this KOA was in a terrible neighborhood, but it didn’t seem so bad to us and we had no incidents. CG is gated and staffed 24/7."

"Very tidy, no trash. Nice pull through sites with rock "yards". Bathrooms were clean, staff was friendly. Thr highway noise didn't even bother us. Thanks Albuquerque KOA!"
2. Turquoise Trail Campground
33 Reviews
Cibola National Forest and Grasslands, NM
2 miles
Website
+1 (505) 281-2005
"they have a dishwashing stations and two bathhouses. The lady at the front desk was helpful and extremely nice. There is a store really close by also!"

"CAMPGROUND REVIEW: Turquoise Trail Campground, Cedar Crest, NM Turquoise Trail Campground is a small privately owned campground located five miles north of I-40 off Route 14 (exit 175) just outside"

3. Albuquerque North / Bernalillo KOA
14 Reviews
Bernalillo, NM
17 miles
Website
+1 (800) 562-3616
"This is a civilized campground located just a few minutes north of Albuquerque. Amenities include a camp store and laundry room."

"Staff are friendly, there is laundry and Wi-Fi on site, and the campground connects to a brewery a short walk away!"
4. Little Dancing Horse Ranch
1 Review
Santo Domingo Pueblo, NM
22 miles
Website
$45 - $68 / night
"We ended up staying during a rainy weekend, and my tiny Prius C made it up and down the trail twice, albeit very slowly."

5. Santa Fe KOA
29 Reviews
Glorieta, NM
42 miles
Website
+1 (505) 466-1419
"We did not get a tent spot but opted for a small trailer site with electric and water. Our spot was near the bathhouse but not too close."

"Super clean Polite staff Firewood available Brand new playground 20 min from Santa Fe Showers / bathrooms 30/50 amp Fenced dog parks/fire pit areas fenced for pets Lots of space between units"
6. Rancheros de Santa Fe
26 Reviews
Eldorado at Santa Fe, NM
41 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."

"This is a pretty sprawling campground, with all kinds of sites(tent only, large sites with only 30 amp service, some sites with full hook up, others with just water& electric and a few water only."

7. Red Canyon Campground
8 Reviews
Mountainair, NM
34 miles
Website
+1 (505) 847-2990
"The site itself is in a really nice area with lots of pine trees and direct trail access."

"There are nice fire pits and picnic spots. However, though there are bathrooms at the location, they are really smelly and flies surround them."
8. Vista Linda Campground — Santa Fe National Forest
18 Reviews
Jemez Springs, NM
46 miles
+1 (575) 829-3535
$20 / night
"Each camp site has a grill, a fire pit, and a canopy which was perfect to set up our hammocks in. There is a small stream that runs through the campground, which claims to have fish, mainly trout!"

"We only stayed for one night but we enjoyed this location! The surrounding views were fantastic. Walking along the Jemez River was a great evening activity."

9. Trailer Ranch RV Resort
11 Reviews
Santa Fe, NM
42 miles
Website
+1 (505) 471-9970
"Restaurants are near-by and be sure to try Tortilla Flats. Showers and toilets are a close walk away and are kept clean by friendly staff. There is a laundry and lines to hang up your clothes."

"Laundry room and machines are excellent and CLEAN. Bathrooms too :) Bathrooms are really the most important. You absolutely must be here by 5pm as they close at 5:30pm. No kids."
10. Scaramanga Ranch
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Santo Domingo Pueblo, NM
24 miles
Website
+1 (424) 279-4370
$45 - $65 / night

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Traci M.
Scout
Jan. 23, 2018
Santa Fe KOA
Romantic Tent for Two Please
My husband had the great idea of tent camping just the two of us. Up to this point our tent camping adventures were reserved for grandbaby time. But I said What the hey! Let's do it. I wanted somewhere cooler than home. The Santa Fe area had plenty to keep us busy for the week.

We did not get a tent spot but opted for a small trailer site with electric and water. Our spot was near the bathhouse but not too close. Each site has native trees and plants, so everyone has privacy. The site had a nice flat spot for the tent, picnic table, fire pit and grill. We had more than enough room to set up our awning for a dining area. We loved our little spot for the week.

The bathhouse was clean and very nice. New tile and fixtures. It was a little small for the size of the campground.

They have plenty of activities there for everyone and in the evening it is very quiet.
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sarah G.
Scout
Mar. 17, 2023
Santa Fe KOA
Fun KOA - clean & good for kids
Super clean Polite staff Firewood available Brand new playground 20 min from Santa Fe Showers / bathrooms 30/50 amp Fenced dog parks/fire pit areas fenced for pets Lots of space between units
Kayla M.
Traveler
May. 31, 2019
Turquoise Trail Campground
Loved it!
Enjoyed the site! They had RV, cabins and tent camp sites. My friend and I are tent campers and there was more than enough space for the vehicle and both our tents. They have showers (limited to 5 mins but better than nothing!), they have a dishwashing stations and two bathhouses. The lady at the front desk was helpful and extremely nice. There is a store really close by also! They have charcoal grills at the tent sites and one communal fire pit. We paid about $20. Would absolutely go back again! The sad part is the museum is closed due to lack of funding 😭
Alex M.
Legend
Jun. 16, 2022
Albuquerque North / Bernalillo KOA
Excellent urban camping
This is a civilized campground located just a few minutes north of Albuquerque. Amenities include a camp store and laundry room. I arrived without a reservation and was able to find a nice tent site with plenty of shade and wooden fences on three sides for privacy. Water and electricity were also available at my site.

This being an urban campground, there was some traffic noise from nearby roads and freeways. However, the campground quieted down at night and I slept well. The bathrooms were very well appointed, and required a code to enter.
Dave V.
Legend
Sep. 4, 2018
Turquoise Trail Campground
Clean and close to the mountains and Albuquerque
CAMPGROUND REVIEW: Turquoise Trail Campground, Cedar Crest, NM

Turquoise Trail Campground is a small privately owned campground located five miles north of I-40 off Route 14 (exit 175) just outside the east side of Albuquerque. Tucked along the base of the Sandia mountains, at 6940’ elevation. http://www.turquoisetrailcampground.com/

There is plenty of visible signage to guide you down Snowline Dr into the campground.

As you approach the office/museum on the right, the RV/Camper loop is visible on the left (which appeared full). Behind the office building are two tent loops (upper and lower). There are two very clean bathroom/showerhouses located between the office and tent loops. A laundry room and dishwashing sink is located at the back of the office building. *This is also the only water access for the tent loops.

RV sites have full hookups. Tent sites have only a leveled, gravel tent pad, picnic table and standing grill. Only stove fires were permitted at our visit due to open fire restrictions.

Tent sites are separated by scrub brush, which offered partial privacy between most sites, but you will hear your neighbors. The outer tent sites back up to a residential area, with a fence separating. Bring earplugs for undisturbed sleeping, as road noise from Route 14 can be heard, along with local dogs randomly in the distance.

At $20 a night, the campground is convenient and sufficiently met our needs as we traveled west on a tight itinerary.

Shower tokens are provided with your nightly fee. Each token gives you 7 minutes of shower time.

There is plenty to do nearby, with bike trails and hiking trails…though nothing of particular interest in the campground itself.

The bustling city of Albuquerque is the next exit west, so you are still very close to shopping, eateries, and nightlife.
Rebecca H.
Guide
May. 2, 2021
Albuquerque KOA Journey
Serviceable RV Park with clean bathrooms
The campground was pretty much a large parking lot, with rows of RVs. Our reservation said we would have a fire ring or grill but were told the one nearby was just for tent campers. There was a communal propane grill, and propane available for purchase, but the store was already closed when we realized the situation. A fire ban prevented us from using our own charcoal grill. On the plus side, my kids enjoyed a game of mini golf, the bathrooms were clean and staff friendly.
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Grant B.
Guide
Nov. 10, 2023
Trailer Ranch RV Resort
Super clean in town adults only rv park
Convenient bus service into a busy downtown Santa Fe was helpful as parking can be a problem. Restaurants are near-by and be sure to try Tortilla Flats. Showers and toilets are a close walk away and are kept clean by friendly staff. There is a laundry and lines to hang up your clothes. Traffic noise is the payment for being in-town Santa Fe.
Jillian P.
Scout
Jun. 12, 2018
Vista Linda Campground — Santa Fe National Forest
Vista Linda
My friends and I came here over Memorial Day weekend, I really enjoyed the campground and area. The campground is in a valley nestled between beautiful deep red striped mountains. Each camp site has a grill, a fire pit, and a canopy which was perfect to set up our hammocks in. There is a small stream that runs through the campground, which claims to have fish, mainly trout! There are two tiny cities nearby, one with a wonderful historical site (I highly recommend), and nice neat little shops. There’s two hot springs, two waterfalls, a fishing o lake a few miles away. I would enjoy coming here again anytime!
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Anna G.
Scout
Dec. 28, 2021
Turquoise Trail Campground
Great spot
Great spot to car camp for the night. I definitely appreciated the HOT , running water and nicely kept bathroom.