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Awesome campground at one of the nicest hot springs you’ll ever visit. Great farm to table restaurant and wine bar. New Mexico at its best.
Cabin Camping near Rociada, NM
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Pendaries RV Resort and Agua Piedra Campground offer cabin accommodations near Rociada, New Mexico with varying levels of amenities. Pendaries provides well-maintained cabin facilities with electric hookups, running water, and access to shared bathrooms with showers. Agua Piedra offers more rustic cabin options situated in a forested mountain setting. Both locations include picnic tables and established fire rings at cabin sites. Cabin interiors typically feature basic furnishings with bed platforms or frames. "The campground is rustic but not trashy. Very well kept and maintained. Up in the mountains, cool and picturesque. The bathrooms are the best we have ever seen and the water pressure allows you to take a very nice shower," noted one visitor about Pendaries RV Resort.
Rustic cabins and more developed accommodations are available throughout the region, with several KOA-style cabins found at Las Vegas/New Mexico KOA Journey and Santa Fe KOA. These furnished cabins typically include beds, small tables, and basic electrical outlets. Most cabins accommodate 2-4 people, with larger family units available at select locations. Reservations are recommended, particularly during summer months when Agua Piedra Campground operates (May 25 to September 3). Many properties allow pets in cabins for additional fees. According to a camper at Las Vegas KOA: "Spots are close to each other but overall pretty nice for the night. Electricity and water at the site, WiFi, good cell service and friendly staff."
Most cabin rentals provide beds without linens, requiring guests to bring their own bedding, pillows, and towels. Kitchen facilities vary significantly between locations—Pendaries offers access to running water and electricity suitable for small appliances, while more rustic cabins have only basic amenities. Several campgrounds maintain on-site markets, including Pendaries RV Resort and the KOA properties, where campers can purchase firewood, ice, and basic provisions. For more substantial grocery needs, the town of Las Vegas (New Mexico) offers the closest full-service stores. Cabin guests should bring flashlights, drinking water containers, and appropriate seasonal clothing as mountain temperatures can fluctuate significantly between day and night.
Best Cabin Campgrounds near Rociada (15)
1. Pendaries RV Resort
"Nice level pad with picnic table and full hook ups."
"The campground is rustic but not trashy. Very well kept and maintained. Up in the mountains, cool and picturesque. Very much worth the cost. "
2. Las Vegas/New Mexico KOA Journey
"Clean shower and common areas with a homemade breakfast available too! It’s off season but the core functions are solid so I could see another stop here to soak in the sun and the pool."
"It has 60 RV Spots with hookups, 2 tent areas and some cabins. A playground, pool (closed due to Covid), dog run area and volleyball."
from $45 - $75 / night
Check Availability3. Hyde Memorial State Park Campground
"There are several loops in this park, in Ludington Black Canyon, the Main Park Loop, a couple Yurt loops, and the small loop we stayed on with RV electric hookups."
"Other than free dispersed camping a bit further out, this is also the best value when it comes to camping near Santa Fe."
from $15 - $80 / night
Check Availability4. Agua Piedra Campground
"Tent camped at this location in the middle of September (a week before closing). Very beautiful place to watch the leaves change, trailheads close by and picnic tables at each site."
"Nice shaded/wooded area for primitive tent camping with plenty of space to spread out."
from $30 - $175 / night
Check Availability5. Santa Fe KOA
"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"
"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."
6. Coyote Creek State Park Campground
"This campsite is located in a valley along a small creek, if it is a drought year, there won't be much water."
"Even though it was the weekend (a couple days after) of the Fourth of July we got a good spot and there was actually empty spaces next to us."
from $15 - $150 / night
Check Availability7. Rancheros de Santa Fe
"Just a short drive to the outskirts of Santa Fe in mountain country we found our campground, Rancheros de Santa Fe."
"We originally booked one of the domes, but due to damage from the recent rain, we were upgraded to a cabin. The ladies at the front office were so friendly, welcoming, and helpful."
8. Los Sueños de Santa Fe RV Park & Campground
"Gravel sites with picnic tables. Gently sloped for water runoff. Good restroom building with flush toilets, sinks and showers with plastic curtains. One washer and dryer in men's restroom."
"This was a great location to explore the city and the staff was really nice. The bathrooms are clean and the laundry facility is nice as well. "
from $43 - $65 / night
Check Availability9. Trailer Ranch RV Resort
"I am here to do some work, so privacy was necessary. Laundry room and machines are excellent and CLEAN. Bathrooms too :) Bathrooms are really the most important."
"Very clean well managed park. Location can’t be beat. Bus stops right in front of entrance for a 15 minute bus ride to downtown historic area. Sites are well spaced. Lots of trees for shade."
10. Glorieta
Drive Time
- 1 hr 37 min from Santa Fe, NM
- 2 hrs 13 min from Albuquerque, NM
- 3 hrs 29 min from Pueblo, CO
- 4 hrs 29 min from Farmington, NM
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Cabin Reviews near Rociada, NM
189 Reviews of 15 Rociada Campgrounds
Liz G.
ScoutRancheros de Santa Fe
Amazing Staff and a Wonderful Cabin Stay!
**Wonderful Stay and Great Customer Service!**
We had a really nice experience at Rancheros de Santa Fe! We originally booked one of the domes, but due to damage from the recent rain, we were upgraded to a cabin. The ladies at the front office were so friendly, welcoming, and helpful. They really made us feel taken care of. The cabin was very clean, cozy, and comfortable, which made our stay even better. The bathrooms were also very clean and well-maintained, which is something I really appreciate when traveling. I also loved that our cabin was located right behind the main office. Since it was just my girlfriend and me traveling together, being so close to the office gave us an extra sense of safety and peace of mind. Even though our original plans changed, everything worked out great. We really appreciated the hospitality and how accommodating the staff was. I would definitely recommend Rancheros de Santa Fe and would love to stay here again!
James F.
GuideCoyote Creek State Park Campground
Nicely maintained
This was our first trip to Coyote Creek State Park. We heard about the new loop and that appeared to have some great new sites. We were surprised on how great the new sites are. The shelters over the nice picnic table is huge! We walked the park and it was clear that the entire park was meticulously maintained. The only down side was a slip and fall on the drainage concrete in the road. Luckily, it was only a minor wrist sprain. The local ranger saw the fall and asked if I was ok. Apparently, the concrete has been an issue for some trailers and people. The toilets in the campground are clean and well maintained. We routinely visit NM state parks and this one has to be the best maintained. The side by side electrical sites isn't for us and there are other options. We plan to be back.
- ppaulette M.Guide
Hyde Memorial State Park Campground
Hyde memorial park site 3
We had a great time at Hyde memorial park. We stayed 2 nights at site #3 with 4 kids. We hiked the whole circle trail which took us about 3.5-4 hours with kids. We hiked the water falll trail in the evening and it didnt have any water flowing through it but we still had fun! There is no water anywhere in the park whatsoever so we had to go back into town to refill our 5 gallon. The night sky was beautiful and we could see so many stars.
- GGina E.Guide
Santa Fe KOA
Pretty much a parking lot.
This was pretty disappointing. About 1/3 of the campground is a typical KOA campground with some trees and nice camping spots. The other 2/3 is a gravel parking lot with absolutely no charm, and absolutely no similarity to the photos of the campsites they post online when you're reserving a spot. It is VERY misleading. It seems like the only way to get one of the nicer sites (which just seems like a normal campsite at every campground I've been to) is to pay more for their "Deluxe" sites. And because you don't get to pick a site, you're assigned one, any basic spot is almost guaranteed to be in the gravel parking lot.
You can tell this was just some quick expansion to squeeze in more visitors. The laundry room at the end of the grounds is right next to a manhole, so it smells like sewage. As does one of their "dog parks". It's right next to manhole, so taking our dog there means smelling sewage water.
This campground is WAY overpriced for what you get. Will not be staying at KOA again.
- MMaxim C.Scout
Rancheros de Santa Fe
Great campground !
Pool, laundry, shop… great campground
- SStaceyTraveler
Pendaries RV Resort
Beautiful Campground
Stayed in site 42 with 35’ 5th wheel. Lots of room for shade and hammock. Nice level pad with picnic table and full hook ups.
Renee V.GuideAgua Piedra Campground
Clean & beautiful
Really enjoyed this campground. Most of the sites are FCFS and the host comes to you for payment.
The pit toilets were very clean, no flies or anything gross. The road is a bit rough but nothing to unusual for a campground up here.
The scenery is absolutely gorgeous with plenty of aspens amounts the pines.
I will definitely visit again.
Grant M.
RangerLos Sueños de Santa Fe RV Park & Campground
Location, location, money
Nice site, clean restrooms, literal hummingbird nests in the trees by our spot, they charge you for your electricity usage (yes, even one night) and seem to think about billing more like a hotel Than a typical RV park. Nice gravel, but is essentially a parking lot. Playground is functional.
Guide to Rociada
Cabin camping near Rociada, New Mexico offers unique experiences at elevations between 7,000-8,000 feet in the southern Sangre de Cristo mountains. The area features dramatic temperature shifts with summer days reaching the 80s while nighttime temperatures can drop into the 40s. Winter access to several cabin locations requires 4-wheel drive vehicles, particularly after snowfall.
What to do
Hiking to Indian Lake: Agua Piedra Campground serves as an excellent base for accessing the Pecos Wilderness trail system. "There is a trail head with 2 trails, one atv accessible and one hiking/horse that goes up to Indian Lake. Beautiful views and about 1200' elevation change," notes one visitor at Agua Piedra Campground.
Hot springs soaking: Take a day trip to nearby mineral springs for relaxation. "We spent one whole day at the spa and was given a discount on its entrance price while staying at the RV park," shares a camper from Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs Resort & Spa, which is about 90 minutes from Rociada.
Mountain biking: The surrounding forest roads and trails offer excellent biking terrain. "We hiked to the abandoned turquoise mine and took in the views from atop the hill," reports a visitor at Pendaries RV Resort, highlighting accessible adventure options directly from cabin sites.
What campers like
Mountain climate: The higher elevation provides welcome relief during summer months. "Up in the mountains, cool and picturesque," notes a reviewer about the natural setting at Pendaries RV Resort.
Stargazing opportunities: Clear mountain nights offer spectacular viewing conditions. "At night, when everyone is settling, with a clear sky, you get an amazing view of the stars," shares a camper at Agua Piedra Campground.
Privacy between sites: Many cabins feature natural separation from neighboring units. "The campsites are small yet private due to the wonderful shrubbery and small trees," reports a visitor at Rancheros de Santa Fe, which has similar vegetation patterns to Rociada area campgrounds.
What you should know
Potable water limitations: Some cabins have limited drinking water access. "Water was not available" and "Water onsite is listed as potable but smells and tastes so strongly of sulphur that it cannot be tolerated for drinking or cooking. Make sure to haul in water," advise two different visitors about Agua Piedra.
Cell service gaps: Connectivity is unreliable throughout the mountain region. "Zero cell service" and "You can drive 10 minutes away to Sipapu ski resort to use free wifi at the cafe" note visitors about connectivity at Agua Piedra Campground.
Seasonal operations: Many cabin facilities close during winter months. "We stayed at this site on the way back to Texas from our Colorado trip this summer," mentions a visitor about timing their stay at Agua Piedra, which operates from late May to early September.
Tips for camping with families
Trail accessibility: Look for cabin locations with beginner-friendly hiking paths. "Trail to Indian Lake is an easy hike of 2.5 Miles each way and perfect for families or hikers with the need for low-impact trails," recommends a visitor to Agua Piedra Campground.
Proximity to swimming: During summer months, water access provides welcome recreation. "There is an awesome swimming hole just a few miles west on Hwy 518 past Sipapu Ski & Summer Resort—worth the short drive!" suggests a family camper at Agua Piedra.
River fishing opportunities: Cabin locations near streams offer fishing without leaving the campground. "River runs along the camp for fishing, and they were catching fish," observes a visitor at Agua Piedra about the on-site angling opportunities.
Tips from RVers
Leveling challenges: Mountain terrain creates uneven surfaces at many sites. "Tent camping area in woods is not level so there will be some incline. Important for those with circulatory issues," warns a camper at Las Vegas/New Mexico KOA Journey.
Winter driving conditions: Access roads can become difficult after snow. "We were hit by a blizzard driving through the I-25 pass from Santa Fe to Denver and had to take refuge in the KOA Las Vegas, NM for 2 nights," shares an RVer who had to adjust travel plans due to weather.
Road quality considerations: Forest service roads leading to some cabin sites require careful driving. "The road was not well maintained, but it wasn't really a problem," notes a visitor about access to Agua Piedra Campground.
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