Best RV Parks & Resorts near Sandia Park, NM

Several RV parks near Sandia Park provide full hookup sites for motorhomes and travel trailers. Route 66 RV Park in Edgewood offers year-round access with 30/50-amp electric, water, and sewer connections on level pull-through sites. One camper shared, "Wide long concrete slab parking with big picnicking tables and fire rings in each site. The parking pads are long enough I could park two 25 ft RV trailers on the drive-through sites and still have room for my truck." Hidden Valley RV Park accommodates big rigs with full hookups, while Cuervo Mountain RV Park and Horse Hotel in Stanley features spacious pull-through sites with 50-amp service. Black Mesa Casino RV Park in Algodones provides water and electric hookups but no sewer connections at individual sites.

Mountain access roads may present challenges for larger motorhomes, with some requiring navigation of unpaved sections. Most RV parks in the region maintain dump stations, though availability of other amenities varies considerably between properties. Cell service fluctuates throughout the area, with stronger signals typically available at parks closer to Albuquerque. A review mentioned, "The whole campground is well spread out with sites next to us a good 40 feet on both sides, so you're not right on your neighbors' utilities stations." Pet-friendly policies are common, though some parks restrict outdoor pet enclosures. During peak travel seasons, particularly summer and fall, advance reservations are recommended as parks with the best RV sites fill quickly, especially those with concrete pads and full hookups.

Best RV Sites Near Sandia Park, New Mexico (76)

    1. Route 66 RV Park

    13 Reviews
    Edgewood, NM
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (505) 281-0893

    $20 - $60 / night

    "All sites have full hookups and most are pull through. There are two fenced in dog parks. While it seemed close to I40 you could not hear the traffic. Showers and laundry as well."

    "More importantly, our main purpose for stopping here was to get 100% of the eclipse, Also needed a week's stay to do laundry, restock groceries, and rest from short stints along the way."

    2. Hidden Valley RV park

    10 Reviews
    Rincon, NM
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (505) 281-3363

    $40 - $75 / night

    "Close to Cedro Peak mountain biking and hiking trails."

    "We stayed 2 nights there when nothing around was available. When I called the young lady was very helpful getting us a spot. The sites are tight and are terraced up a hill. Nice dog park."

    3. Black Mesa Casino

    7 Reviews
    Algodones, NM
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (505) 867-6700

    $20 / night

    "Just off I-25 and located on a corner of the San Felipe Pueblo, there's not much here but the casino, gas station, restaurant, and travel shop!"

    "Also very quiet and big beautiful views. Cell service wasn’t too bad either. We will definitely stay again. The power didn’t work in our site but we didn’t need it."

    4. Cuervo Mountain RV Park and Horse Hotel

    10 Reviews
    Edgewood, NM
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (505) 305-1339

    $43 - $87 / night

    "Roomy, pull-through parking. The slides and awning were fully extended without getting close to the adjacent sites."

    "Gravel roadways and relatively level pull through sites. Good FHUs. When we arrived, the office was closed. We reserved E010 but were told to pick any open space in the "A" row."

    5. Enchanted Trails RV Park & Trading Post

    21 Reviews
    Albuquerque, NM
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (505) 831-6317

    $30 - $37 / night

    "Pretty level dirt and gravel spots. Very few permanent residence if any. We stayed here 8 days and saw tons of RVer's come and go. Safe part of town."

    "The old cars and trailers were cool. There is road noise from the interstate, spots are closr together. Had a nice little store with RV supplies and propane refill onsite which was convenient."

    6. Santa Fe Skies RV Park

    35 Reviews
    Santa Fe, NM
    35 miles
    Website
    +1 (505) 473-5946

    $71 - $91 / night

    "Ratings for this category are based on: Value to cost: 4 Overall grounds: 4 Utility of sites (hookups, layout, accessibility): 4 Local Attraction Proximity: 5 Reservation Process/Ease of Getting a Site"

    "Friendly staff, great campground setup. Very accomodating to travelers with dogs as they habe a dog walking path and dog park."

    7. American RV Resort

    14 Reviews
    Albuquerque, NM
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (800) 282-8885

    $50 / night

    "The pull-through sites are easily assessable and long enough for an F250 w/30’ travel trailer and not be detached. The park is clean and quaint."

    "We asked for a spot with a little distance from others and they easily accommodated with a lovely pull through spot with a picnic table, some grass and some nice trees to either side."

    8. High Desert RV Park

    14 Reviews
    Albuquerque, NM
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (505) 839-9035

    $40 - $44 / night

    "Kim the mgr is great everything is clean, a lot of long term workers in park. Safe and gated."

    "Nice laundry room, game room and kitchen that can be used by guests. There was a good bit of road noise but that was to be expected being so close to the interstate."

    9. Stagecoach Stop RV Park

    6 Reviews
    Bernalillo, NM
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (505) 867-1000

    "I believe it’s 40 amp and 50 amp. Great easy going owners. Helpful guide in employee for rig parking. Very convenient to have full hook up and be close to town."

    "Long level spots with full hookups. Heck, they even have an extra space for your toad!

    We were shocked by how nice this place is.

    Screaming fast ATT service."

    10. NomadLand RV Stay

    4 Reviews
    Albuquerque, NM
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (505) 508-3932

    "We were undercover with full hook-ups, this was very helpful in the hot NM sun. All the sites are flat and paved."

    "Clean and lots of amenities. We loved the free Washbay. The staff was very friendly and accommodating and we felt very secure in this location."

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RV Park Reviews near Sandia Park, NM

630 Reviews of 76 Sandia Park Campgrounds


  • Ryan L.
    Jan. 15, 2021

    American RV Resort

    A quaint pull-through park

    A well organized park by a helpful staff. The pull-through sites are easily assessable and long enough for an F250 w/30’ travel trailer and not be detached. The park is clean and quaint. *Pet friendly but doesn’t allow “outside pet cages, kennels, or pet fencing” probably because they don’t want the dogs outside alone. Overall, and it being the first time visit I would recommend American RV Resort.@

  • Jean C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 1, 2020

    Santa Fe KOA

    Compact campground with pull thru sites

    Stopped by this KOA to see what it offered for possible future stays. It's a compact campground that provides pull through sites as well as back-in and tent sites. They offer everything from 50 amp electric to cable TV. Sites are clean and neat. There's a dog park for your pets. Bathrooms are clean with hot showers. They have cabins available as well.

    Great location for exploring Sandra Fe, Bandelier, and other national monuments.

  • Katriza L.
    Jul. 23, 2021

    Cochiti Recreation Area

    Very clean but no shade

    We stayed at the Buffalo Grove Site #66 for one night. If you have an RV/trailer, Buffalo Grove is the best loop as all have 30/50 Amp, city water hookup, covered table, lantern and paved sites. There are other loops in the campground that may have 50 amp and no water or 15/30 amp with water and gravel. The Juniper loop requires a 100ft hose for shared spigots.

    Some sites in Buffalo Grove are drive through or back-in. Decent space between camps and some privacy but there’s not a lot of large shrubs, extremely scarce actually and no trees whatsoever making all sites at this campground super hot with full sun. We were praying for the rain to come. There are tent sites available but I can’t imagine withstanding this kind of heat in July. We hardly saw anyone hanging outside during the day.

    According to their map, there should be a playground right behind our site but it is nonexistent and clearly has been for some time and they’ve never updated their maps for it. The check-in was quick and simple, they gave us a map to our site and they were very friendly! The bathroom and shower facility close to our campsite was very clean and showers are free. There’s working water fountains outside of the bathroom. There’s no sewer hookups but there are two dump stations with water near the campground host location just outside of the Buffalo grove loop. There are no stores or laundry facilities inside the campground however if you drive past this campground you’ll find a mini mart, gas station, and laundry place.

    If you go down to the boat ramp there’s covered picnic tables right off the shoreline with a bathroom on the left and you can walk on the shoreline to the right and find several picnic tables with no shade. The fishing and swimming are down a different road and the swimming area is by far the most popular area. They don’t allow pets here (at swimming area, OK at campgrounds) and there was literally no one fishing (unless you’re on a boat)!

    Alcohol is not permitted and currently there’s fire restrictions that are not allowing fires (wood or charcoal, but propane is fine) though there are no fire rings in the Buffalo Grove area, not sure if that’s the case for other loops.

    Tent Rocks is about 5 minutes away but they are currently closed. The crest dam road is also currently closed at this time. Overall a great stay, we would come back - preferably in the spring!

  • Reuben
    Nov. 3, 2020

    American RV Resort

    Great overnight stay

    We stayed here one night in April, 2020, during the height of the Coronavirus shutdown. We live in Albuquerque, and just wanted to take our little Class A out to stretch her legs and let us have something resembling a getaway! The park is very in tune to the Coronavirus. Essentially, it's become a non-touch park...the gift shop/front desk is closed and all the transaction was done by phone, with our papers waiting for us on arrival. We asked for a spot with a little distance from others and they easily accommodated with a lovely pull through spot with a picnic table, some grass and some nice trees to either side. Some of the long term campers were still pretty close to each other, but based on signage we saw around, they are working to clear folks out and to be open primarily for overnight guests, which will keep the crowds WAY down. Needless to say, we didn't need to use the laundry or restrooms/showers. There are restrooms& showers in the main building and there is also a freestanding facility in the middle of the resort. There is a pool and hot tub...neither looks terribly impressive, but not bad either.

    The overall park was clean, and the leaves were just starting to burst out on the trees, so it made for a nice spot. Electric was in good shape. The pad was pretty level, so we had little trouble setting up. The water hookup is below ground so that was a little bit awkward. We enjoyed sitting at the metal picnic table on the bit of grass we had, and I used our new portable grill for the first time! So why not five stars? Well, I'd do 4.5 if I could. The water hookup is a slight deterrent. And as others have said, the noise from the interstate is there when you're in bed, for sure. We were in the middle of the resort, but we could hear the traffic all the time. It is NOT terrible...a bit of "white noise" perhaps...but if you think this might be difficult for you, please be prepared. Although most of Albuquerque's nicer RV parks ARE right along the interstate, so it'll be tough to avoid! We had a nice stay, and look forward to a return visit.

  • Randall Z.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 25, 2022

    Coronado Campground

    This place is ok.

    Old style city campground. Quaint adobe cabanas with picnic tables inside. Great location just off I25 corridor and less than 50 yard walk to a nice new brewery. There are a couple of long term residents, one of whom has completely packed the cabana with "stuff". Old restrooms, but adequate. Water and electric sites if you wish to pay for it. Dump station on site. Great view of Sandia peak and camp is situated right on the River. It even had water in it when we were there.

  • B
    Jul. 15, 2019

    Cuervo Mountain RV Park and Horse Hotel

    Quiet Spot off the beaten path

    Roomy, pull-through parking. The slides and awning were fully extended without getting close to the adjacent sites. Office was open later than most and you can stay in open spots even if you arrive after hours! Quiet area with some long-term residents that was a nice break from the road trip!

  • Meandering Life
    Jun. 19, 2019

    Juniper Family Campground — Bandelier National Monument

    Quiet, National Park Campground

    We stayed here for a week and a half in the middle of June 2019. We are a 30 ft travel trailer with a Ram 2500. I’d say between all three loops, there were probably 8-10 sites where we would fit. Some of those spots were taken when we arrived on a Sunday afternoon, but we were able to snag spot#9 on the Abert’s Squirrel loop. It was one of the few pull through sites. Not the easiest site to navigate or level, but we made it work and had plenty of room to park the truck in front. The campground was a little tight for us so I’d think anything much bigger(40’ is probably pushing it) than us will have some trouble getting around. Some of sites were questionable as far as level as well. No hook-ups at any of the spots but there is a dump station near the entrance with potable water. There are also potable water spigots throughout the campground. Conveniently, there was a spigot right by us. Very easy to fill jugs. There are shower houses and toilets, but never went to see how nice they were. The campground was about half full most of the time we were there. Very quiet and everyone respected quiet hours. You pay for sites at a self-pay station with credit card only. We tried to book for 11 nights and it wouldn’t take it, so apparently the self-pay is only good for a charge less than$100. If you want to extend your stay, you can either wait until noon(some things said 11:00 so not sure which is correct) and pay at the kiosk(it must be completed after check-out) or you can write a note that you are extending and pay later. Sites are$12/night unless you have a national park senior or access pass then they are$6/night. It is$25 to enter the park(7-day pass), but we have the annual park pass. There is a camp host on Abert’s Squirrel loop, but we didn’t interact with them so can’t say how friendly they were. Our spot#9 was perfect for solar, no obstructions at all. Most of the other sites we saw at least had some potential for shade. The Coyote Loop seemed to have the most potential for shade; although, the other loops had shady spots as well. Even if you stay at the campground, Bandelier is only accessible by shuttle from 9am-3pm. However, there is a hiking trail that will take you from the campground to the ruins. We did that then hiked the trails down there. You can also hike back up to the campground, but we opted to take the shuttle instead. The last shuttle leaves the visitor center at 5pm. There are other things to do in the area as well. The towns, White Rock and Los Alamos, are nearby and both have services should you need them. The road up to the campground(Hwy 4) is bumpy! First paved road we have ever been on that was washboard. Nothing major, just annoying. The portion of the road to Los Alamos and Jemez Springs was nice. We figure the road damage is due to the shuttles. Weather is a bit unpredictable; rain clouds move in fast, but they move out fast too. We had several TV channels so were able to stay up to date with the weather. AT&T signal was not good with only 1 bar LTE without the booster and not much better with it. It was enough to WIFI call and do some light searching, but uploading photos was too slow. Verizon was good with about 2-3 4G LTE without the booster, and 4 bars with it. I was able to work remotely with the Verizon hotspot. Overall, it was a great place to stay and we would stay again.

  • Bill R.
    Mar. 7, 2023

    Juniper Family Campground — Bandelier National Monument

    A nice quiet campground in Bandelier National Monument.

    Enjoyed our stay in the campground in April of 2022. The campground has 52 sites in 3 loops-Abert's Squirrel and Black Bear are the first two and they're scattered about amongst Juniper and Pinyon Pines. The Coyote loop, where we stayed, is the last loop you'll encounter and it is forested by tall Ponderosa Pines. 

    While it has some sites that can accommodate them, it is generally not a campground for big rigs. The campground is a relatively short and steep drive from Frijoles Canyon where the Visitor Center and several trailheads are located. The Alcove House and the Upper Falls were some of our favorites.

    The campground features potable water, flush toilets, cell service, a seasonal amphitheater, dump station, food lockers and is open year round.

  • Katriza L.
    Jul. 30, 2021

    Manzano Mountains State Park Campground

    Our new favorite spot!

    We love it here! We stayed for a weekend at campsite #6. Ours and A few other sites have RV hookups (electric only). No sewer hook up but dump station on site with water. There are multiple Drinking water spigots available; one next to our campsite 6, at the group shelter, by the dump station, and another spigot at the office / visitor center (closed right now) but that had a lock on it. Some sites have a nice brick and metal shelter and a charcoal grill, but all sites seem to have a picnic table, and fire ring. This is a pretty small electrical loop campground and some sites are pretty close, separated by trees, and vary in driveway length. There’s tent sites (some have good privacy) as well as day-use only sites that look very clean and with shelter. Our site had the picnic table and charcoal grill on one side of the driveway and the fire pit on the other side which is kind of weird but that just means we can drive in or back in depending on our awning side preference. I saw in some reviews that this was a problem for people.

    Behind our site there’s a horseshoe area and group site not too far after. The group site has a small parking lot across the way for it and has a large shelter area with nice cement tables and large grills. Next to the office there’s a trail for the outer loop and nature trail. There are several trails within the park and all are pretty easy (kid-friendly) and not too long. This is a pet-friendly campground with dog stations to pick up after your pet. Make sure to bring your own firewood and kindling as gathering is not allowed in the area. There is phone signal for t-mobile and Verizon as well. Vault toilets were clean but no showers.

    There is no lake or stream/river in the state park. The nearest lake is Manzano Lake it’s about 10 minutes from the campground in the small town of Manzano. Fishing and picnicking, not a very large lake - more like a pond really but still beautiful and something to see and do. Currently the lake just opened and there’s a sign at the entrance that the fish have not been stocked. Not much for some decent stores around but a grocery store in Mountainair (25 mins away) Also nearby is the Quarai Ruins (15 mins) to check out which has some trails and also pet friendly so long as they’re on a leash.

    Also, getting here by GPS, just takes you to where the pavement ends on HWY-131 but you’ll need to go another mile on unpaved road to get the the campground. Just follow the signs for the state park. Also, make sure to check on weather because although the unpaved road is typically well-grated and maintained; when it rains hard - it tends to wash out which makes the last mile to the state park hard for some. Also, there’s not gas stations nearby to this camp.

    Overall a great and beautiful place to stay. Definitely bring some bug spray and repellent, lots of flies and mosquitoes to be had! There’s not a whole lot to do besides relax, eat, and check out some trails so bring your own entertainment as we brought a remote control all-terrain car, frisbees, lawn darts, board games, card games, etc to entertain the kids. We would definitely recommend the place and we will certainly be back!


Guide to Sandia Park

Many RV parks around Sandia Park accommodate seasonal campers from May through October when temperatures range from 50-85°F. The area sits at approximately 6,500-7,000 feet elevation in the eastern foothills of the Sandia Mountains, creating distinct camping conditions compared to the Albuquerque valley floor. Winter camping is available at some parks but requires preparation for overnight temperatures that can drop below freezing.

What to do

Explore Petroglyph National Monument: Located about 45 minutes from Sandia Park near Enchanted Trails RV Park & Trading Post. This archaeological site features ancient rock carvings. "The campground is close enough to Albuquerque and Edgewood for groceries, restaurants and entertainment, but far enough away to escape the hussle and bussle," notes one visitor.

Mountain biking at Cedro Peak trails: Access these trails approximately 20 minutes from Sandia Park. "Close to Cedro Peak mountain biking and hiking trails," reports a camper about Stagecoach Stop RV Park, which serves as a convenient base camp.

Visit nearby Santa Fe: Many campers use Sandia Park area as a base for day trips to Santa Fe, about 50 minutes north. A visitor at Santa Fe Skies RV Park shared, "Mountain View's, awesome sculpture art, walking trains (w/ doggie bags), fenced dog park. Great spot to stay and then visit the city during the day."

What campers like

Clean bathroom facilities: Several RV parks prioritize well-maintained restrooms. At Santa Fe Skies RV Park, a camper noted, "Bathrooms and showers are extremely clean. I wish we could assign 4.5 stars. We would have given this park 5 stars if there were more trees/shade."

Friendly staff assistance: Management receives positive mentions across multiple parks. At Cuervo Mountain RV Park and Horse Hotel, campers appreciate the personal touch: "We called ahead because we knew we were going to be pulling into the campground really late as our trip didn't get started as soon as we wanted. Rick gladly accommodated us, giving us directions and site numbers we would use, then just pay in the morning."

Convenient travel services: Proximity to basic services matters to many RVers. One reviewer at Route 66 RV Park commented, "Great place to stop near Albuquerque. Right off the highway but traffic noise wasn't too bad at night. Showers and laundry were clean. Has an enclosed area for dogs and playground for kids."

What you should know

Highway noise varies: Interstate proximity affects some parks more than others. "The park is located right off interstate but because of the hills road noise is low. Sites are very narrow," notes a reviewer at Hidden Valley RV Park.

Water quality considerations: Several campers mention inconsistent water quality. At Route 66 RV Park, a camper reported, "Main issue was the water. After sitting in hose for many hours it would turn yellow to orange. Running several gallons through would result in clear water again. We wouldn't drink it."

Reservation timing: High season requires advance planning. At NomadLand RV Stay, where covered RV sites are available, a camper shared, "We were undercover with full hook-ups, this was very helpful in the hot NM sun. All the sites are flat and paved. They offer free internet, free filtered water, free bags of ice, free coffee, free use of washer and dryer and a free RV wash bay."

Tips for camping with families

Look for pet-friendly amenities: Many campgrounds accommodate pets but have specific areas. "The dog park is covered in poop with no baggie dispenser and a trashcan piled high with bags of feces," warned one camper about an unmaintained facility, highlighting the importance of checking current conditions.

Verify playground safety: Not all play equipment is well-maintained. A reviewer at one park cautioned, "The playground had a small swing set that is not anchored to the ground so the smallest amount of swinging can make it tip over."

Consider noise sensitivity: Highway proximity may affect light sleepers. A visitor at High Desert RV Park noted the positive aspect of this: "We arrived after hours, but it was well lit and easy to set up. I highly recommend this RV park to anyone who wants easy access from I-40, a clean campground and friendly service at a great price!"

Tips from RVers

Site leveling challenges: Some parks have terrain issues requiring additional equipment. "Sites are tight and are terraced up a hill. Nice dog park. We were thankful to get a spot at a busy time," reported a camper at Hidden Valley RV Park.

Seasonal temperature preparation: High elevation means rapid temperature changes. "We cut down to AZ then across I40. The campground was very friendly when we called. Very close to the freeway so a lot of road noise even inside the RV," noted a visitor at American RV Resort who experienced off-season conditions.

Hookup positioning: Water and sewer connections vary in placement and accessibility. "The water hookup is below ground so that was a little bit awkward," mentioned one RVer, highlighting the importance of having extension hoses and adapters ready.

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