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Best Dispersed Sites Near Santo Domingo Pueblo, NM (30)

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Recent Dispersed Reviews In Santo Domingo Pueblo

145 Reviews of 30 Santo Domingo Pueblo Campgrounds


  • Junaid A.
    Camper-submitted photo from Top of New Mexico - Dispersed Site
    Oct. 22, 2024

    Top of New Mexico - Dispersed Site

    My True Review about Top of the New Mexico

    Top of New Mexico" near Albuquerque is a fantastic camping spot if you love open spaces and beautiful desert views. The sunsets here are breathtaking, and you might even spot wild horses roaming around. There's plenty of space for tents or RVs, and it's quiet and well-maintained, making it a perfect place to relax and enjoy nature. It can get a little windy, but that just adds to the experience. The road to get there winds through some houses, but once you arrive, you're surrounded by pure nature. also the food is so good, there are many food brands like subway menu who offers quality fast food services.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Santa Fe BLM
    Oct. 14, 2024

    Santa Fe BLM

    Partial closure and absolute dump

    This place sufficed due to the need to have somewhere for the night, if we had the chance we’d have gone somewhere else. Massive piles of trash everywhere, sites strewn with people’s leftover garbage from camping there.

    Due to its close proximity to the landfill, it was extremely loud during the morning from around 7am onwards.

    There was a partial closure banning camping in a section of the landfill, which was incredibly difficult to figure out where we could camp, as the map is not clear at all,

    Coyotes at night were really cool.

    Overall disappointing but glad we managed somewhere to sleep for the night

  • KThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Top of New Mexico - Dispersed Site
    Sep. 22, 2024

    Top of New Mexico - Dispersed Site

    place to relax

    There are no neighbors, and other vehicles are parked here, but they had to be a quarter of a mile away. Wild horses visit in the morning. We enjoyed the sunrise to sunset. There are easy hikes, and you can do some mountain biking.

  • Alice S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Top of New Mexico - Dispersed Site
    Sep. 20, 2024

    Top of New Mexico - Dispersed Site

    Quiet Little Get Away

    Used Google Maps and had no problem finding the place. Lots of open area to choose from for parking. The road up to the location is paved but once you enter it is gravel. I have a pro master van and had absolutely no problems. Just drive slow and you should be fine. Might be worse if it was raining heavy or something but overall not a bad path. Saw wild horses which was awesome. The vegetation has a lot of thorns and spikes so for a casual hiker it’s best to stay on the gravel roads. The cell signal was pretty good but not perfect. Enough to have phone calls easy but internet connection was a bit slow.

  • Elle M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Top of New Mexico - Dispersed Site
    Sep. 2, 2024

    Top of New Mexico - Dispersed Site

    Stunning Space for Small Vehicles

    Everything about this place is gorgeous. The 360 views from the top are incredible. I didn’t go down into the valley to see what was available but a man came through and mentioned there were options there too.

    On the top of the ridge you’re a little limited for spots but it wasn’t busy enough to cause me an issue. My closest neighbor was a few hundred yards away just like I like it.

    I car camp in a small SUV and the road is definitely not as well worn in as others. You’re also pretty close to the sides of the mountain on a winding rock path so larger or trailered vehicles are probably not ideal.

    The wild horses are active. I saw them in the neighborhood coming through and they came through camp a few times in the evening/night. Dog didn’t love it but they gave us about 30ft of space and didn’t bother much.

    Love this spot but definitely keep size and safety in mind.

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Jemez Boondocking
    Aug. 22, 2024

    Jemez Boondocking

    Jemez mountains

    Jemez is a popular camping destination.  There are boon docking and campgrounds available.   I do not recommend trying to bring a rig of any size through the Gilman tunnels.  Best access for large rigs is taking 126 and accessing FS 376 from that route.

    The Jemez are by far our favorite mountains to camp in within a 3 hr radius of my home.

  • Cameron L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Santa Fe BLM
    Aug. 17, 2024

    Santa Fe BLM

    Good in a pinch

    Plenty of spots and easy to get to. The only catch is you will need to find a spot away from the multiple large piles of trash.

    The surrounding area was pretty and sunset was great!

  • Clay L.
    Camper-submitted photo from Top of New Mexico - Dispersed Site
    Jul. 15, 2024

    Top of New Mexico - Dispersed Site

    Superb

    From the moment we arrived, we were struck by the sheer beauty of the surroundings. The panoramic views of the mountains and valleys are simply stunning, making every moment a perfect photo opportunity. The site is well-maintained, with plenty of flat areas for tents and parking. And at this place i also wish to try Chicken Strips

  • Josh K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Road 378, Fenton Lake - Dispersed
    Jul. 8, 2024

    Road 378, Fenton Lake - Dispersed

    Secluded clearings with plenty of room

    This campsite is beautiful and right next to the lake. Perfect for some chill camping. There are multiple clearing along this road. Each one is big enough for several cars and even a couple groups. The clearings are far enough apart that you can make some noise without bothering the other campers. You need a bit of clearance to be able to drive the road but not much as my Crosstrek did it great. Even on July 4th this site wasn’t busy. We only saw one other camper since most people choose to pay for a campground right on the lake

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Sante Fe National Forest BLM-Road 62 Dispersed
    Jun. 25, 2024

    Sante Fe National Forest BLM-Road 62 Dispersed

    A lot of trash

    I drove in and was immediately stopped by park rangers. They told me they were letting people know they will be shutting this location down do to people not being decent. If it is still open, you’ll see a lot of trash. Certain sites looked better than others. Flat land with not a lot to do.

  • m
    Camper-submitted photo from Dispersed Caming off FS 542
    Jun. 21, 2024

    Dispersed Caming off FS 542

    Roads are a little rough

    Nice place to stop. I was the only one there. There’s a couple spots when you first get in, and then there’s more further up but the roads get worse. There were coyotes around.

  • Maya T.
    Camper-submitted photo from FR376 Dispersed
    Jun. 20, 2024

    FR376 Dispersed

    My Go-To

    I live in Albuquerque, and this road is one of my constant summer repeats. You got water, shade, privacy and an adventure. It's about 1.5 hours from Abq and it takes you through the Gilman Tunnels which is always a fun stop and view. The road is a little bumpy and rocky, but there's probably 100 dispersed camping spots. There's ones right on the river, in forrest spots or meadows, you choose! There are no bathrooms, water, or cell service. Everyone has got their spot in Jemez, but this road offers endless possibilities, for all types of campers!

  • Maya T.
    Camper-submitted photo from Top of New Mexico - Dispersed Site
    Jun. 20, 2024

    Top of New Mexico - Dispersed Site

    Hidden Gem

    Didn't camp here but came to enjoy the beautiful sunset. Drove a short distance from Albuquerque through Placitas, saw so many horses! This is an open space that overlooks the tail of Albuquerque, and the vistas beyond. I came for the sunset but would definitely stay if I was car camping. Wouldn't necessarily set up a tent for me, but some are braver than others!

  • Mallory W.
    Camper-submitted photo from Top of New Mexico - Dispersed Site
    Jun. 10, 2024

    Top of New Mexico - Dispersed Site

    beautiful

    The road to drive up is through a neighborhood and is 2 miles of windy road it was a little hard to maneuver with my 32’ trailer I just had to go slow nothing crazy. I was the only one around and the view was great, it was a little windy but it didn’t shake the trailer or anything. The only reason I’m giving 4 stars and not 5 is because or the rebar I found sticking out of the ground. At first I thought it was random but then I found 2 other pieces sticking straight out of the ground and they were in there deep

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Pajarito Springs (Dispersed)
    Jun. 9, 2024

    Pajarito Springs (Dispersed)

    Secluded spaces

    Quiet, secluded spaces especially if you drive out the road far. We didn’t see any other people or campers but heard guns being shot in the morning and there were old shells at our campsite.

  • Tyler C.
    Camper-submitted photo from Top of New Mexico - Dispersed Site
    Jun. 5, 2024

    Top of New Mexico - Dispersed Site

    Worth it

    I had some trouble finding the entrance, you have to get in from the southeast side of the neighborhood, @ Llano el Norte street, but other than that I’ve spoiled myself with finding such a great campsite so early on in my trip. Definitely windy.

  • Dare To Everywhere  .
    Camper-submitted photo from Pajarito Springs (Dispersed)
    May. 27, 2024

    Pajarito Springs (Dispersed)

    Amazing views!

    Stayed: May 26, 2024 Cost: FREE Site: 35.84243° N, 106.37266° W Cell Service: Solid LTE AT&T and T-Mobile Equipment: Forester / Tent

    Different apps give this different names. It is Forest Road 181 within Santa Fe National Forest, directly off of Highway 4.

    This is some great National Forest camping. Seemed like plenty of room when you first turn in and the you can go left or right. We went left and continued to the end of the road. There were a few sites along the drive back, but we pulled up the satellite map and wanted to keep going. It gets pretty rocky and you’ll need a bit of clearance in some spots.

    To get to the end of the road site, when you pull off Highway 4, take a left and then eventually a right at the fork in the road further beyond (~1.5 miles from Highway 4). There were a couple more sites along this road, not very level, so we continued on and are so glad we did! About 30 min from Hwy 4 to end of this road. Elevation is just over 8,000 feet at this point.

  • Shayla F.
    Camper-submitted photo from Santa Fe BLM
    May. 23, 2024

    Santa Fe BLM

    A safe place to sleep outside Santa Fe

    It's a pretty nice and mostly flat area of land with dirt roads. Most vehicles can access the roads we went on. Pretty quiet and while we did have neighbors we were by no means packed in there like sardines.

  • tres H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Dispersed Caming off FS 542
    May. 11, 2024

    Dispersed Caming off FS 542

    Busy

    Arrived around 9pm on a Friday night it was busy and pretty tough to find an open spot. It’s a nice area and stayed quiet all night. Road is rough would not go with a low clearance car

  • S H.
    Camper-submitted photo from Top of New Mexico - Dispersed Site
    May. 8, 2024

    Top of New Mexico - Dispersed Site

    huge mesa dispersed camping at top of windy road

    Really easy to get to, up this lil windy residential road, go slow, that opens up into a huge public land past an open gate. Lots of paths from cars, just follow anyone you'd like and then pull over beside any ol bush. Don't run over any cactus.

    Stayed for two nights and the sunsets were awesome. During the day it was very very windy but not too hot. Saw some wild horses the first morning but when I got too close one of them starting running toward me and I said hell no. Classic dispersed desert camping but with good service and close to Albuquerque.

  • Scott
    Camper-submitted photo from Santa Fe BLM
    May. 8, 2024

    Santa Fe BLM

    Tent camp Santa fe

    I haven't camped yet.This is my 1st day here.And I just got the app so I'll have to come back and give her a few after i've finished my trip

  • s
    Camper-submitted photo from FR376 Dispersed
    Apr. 27, 2024

    FR376 Dispersed

    Amazing

    This camp spot is one of the best free camp sites in New Mexico. Would definitely go again. Highly recommend to anyone who loves to camp and drive four wheelers

  • L
    Camper-submitted photo from Dispersed Caming off FS 542
    Apr. 21, 2024

    Dispersed Caming off FS 542

    Just enough trees for privacy, slightly steep ramp

    Can make it up to camp with 2 wheel drive low clearance. Maybe some minor scraping as you leave/arrive over a bit of a rough ramp lip. Turn left at top of main entrance ramp to avoid worst road section which goes up to peak. Enough site separation I didn’t really hear others except when they were walking by on the road. Road makes a nice hike to the peak. There are large camp sites short walks from the road too, probably awesome for families with big tents, wouldn’t even see the road where passers by walk from some of those sites.



Guide to Santo Domingo Pueblo

Camping near Santo Domingo Pueblo, New Mexico, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and family-friendly activities. Whether you're looking for a cozy spot to pitch a tent or a place to park your RV, there are plenty of options to explore.

What to do:

  • Hiking and Exploring: There are great trails nearby, especially at Bandelier National Monument. One visitor mentioned, "The hiking right from the campground is great - the two hikes are definitely worth doing."
  • Visiting Local Attractions: The Cochiti Recreation Area is a good base for visiting Albuquerque and Santa Fe. A reviewer noted, "Good location to visit both Albuquerque (50mins) and Santa Fe (35 mins)."
  • Family Activities: Many campgrounds have playgrounds and pools. One parent shared, "Jump pad, playground, mini golf, and a really nice pool were the highlights."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A visitor at Albuquerque KOA Journey said, "The bathrooms/showers were likewise very clean and there was plenty of hot water."
  • Friendly Staff: Many reviews highlight the helpfulness of campground staff. One camper at Santa Fe Skies RV Park mentioned, "The office folks were really nice and helpful."
  • Secure Campgrounds: Safety is a big plus for many. A reviewer at Cochiti Recreation Area noted, "Secure campground, nice site, clean restrooms."

What you should know:

  • Noise Levels: Some campgrounds are near busy roads, which can be noisy. A camper at Albuquerque KOA Journey mentioned, "It is right off I-40, very convenient, but very noisy."
  • Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds have full amenities. A visitor at Sante Fe National Forest BLM-Road 62 Dispersed pointed out, "There was a slight amount of trash at most sites. Sad!"
  • Seasonal Access: Some campgrounds are only open during certain months. For example, Jemez Falls Campground is open from April to November.

Tips for camping with families:

  • Kid-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and pools. One parent at Santa Fe KOA said, "Super clean, polite staff, brand new playground."
  • Plan for Noise: If your kids are light sleepers, consider campgrounds away from highways. A camper at Cochiti Recreation Area mentioned, "Interstate noise could be an issue if you're not running ac/fan."
  • Bring Entertainment: Some campgrounds may not have many activities. A visitor at Sante Fe National Forest BLM-Road 62 Dispersed noted, "Good place to stop to sleep for free. Other than that idk what you would do."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Santa Fe Skies RV Park mentioned, "The sites are a bit tight from the adjoining sites."
  • Look for Full Hookups: If you need them, check for campgrounds with electric and water hookups. A visitor at Cochiti Recreation Area said, "All sites have paved driveways, canopies, and charcoal grills."
  • Be Prepared for Weather: Wind can be an issue in some areas. A camper at Albuquerque KOA Journey advised, "Wind was pretty intense at night on our visit so I'd recommend pulling your awnings in when you go to bed."

Camping near Santo Domingo Pueblo, New Mexico, has something for everyone, whether you're a family looking for fun or an RVer seeking comfort.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which is the most popular dispersed campsite near Santo Domingo Pueblo, NM?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dispersed campground near Santo Domingo Pueblo, NM is Top of New Mexico - Dispersed Site with a 4.8-star rating from 18 reviews.

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