Tesuque is the perfect place for adventurous campers and RVers. Camping, hiking, biking: however you want to spend your days near Tesuque, you'll find great campgrounds with The Dyrt. Search nearby campsites and find top-rated spots from other campers.
"I often camp by Diablo Canyon, which has wonderful sunsets and decent off trail hiking. There's even a cave for those who know where to find it. "
"Wide open space to pick your spot next to a Juniper or two.
Hardly anyone here, just the coyotes howling. Appreciated access to a pit toilet."
$20 / night
"Driving into the camp, you have three options: Walk-In Camping, Camping With Parking Access & Limited Access."
"To begin, the lots are far enough away from fellow campers that you're seldom disturbed by noise or movement."
$71 - $91 / night
"This campground will be rated as a Basecamp — grounds that offer a comfortable home base that you’re happy to return to after a day of exploring the surrounding area."
"There is art scattered around the property as well as along the walking paths. The sunsets are amazing all within just 5 to 10 minutes from town."
"Given the area described has piles of trash and little else to recommend it, it seems a shame to be close to gorgeous wilderness and stare at rubbish."
"Close by, easy to find, plenty of space. Little trash left behind by some people. Overall, a great place for the night."
$15 - $150 / night
"Black Canyon Campground is just before the Hyde Memorial State Park entrance."
"This small state park, located just 6 miles outside of downtown Santa Fe, might provide the least expensive lodging options for visiting this wonderful city."
"It is located in the foothills so it is not out in the hot windy flatlands or the cool woods. It is close to but not in or near SantaFe."
"Stayed here for a week with the family close to Santa Fe and Pecos national forest. Managers very friendly and can be quite entertaining if you hang around for a bit."
"Just a short drive to the outskirts of Santa Fe in mountain country we found our campground, Rancheros de Santa Fe."
"If you have a big rig or tow a car, you can drive around the loop instead of trying to make the turn to go back out by the front of the office."
"If you're tent camping, Big Tesuque is AMAZING!! It's small, but absolutely beautiful. Each site has a picknick table and a tent pad. There are basic toilets. No showers, no sinks."
"You can expect dozens upwards of a hundred faces a day hiking up here which can be extremely annoying and the car traffic can drive you nuts."
$43 - $65 / night
"Perhaps their roadside sign had recently blown down? It was hard to see, but a fine stay."
"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. "
"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."
"Close to the bike path and grocery stores. Very convenient. Very clean. Very friendly."
GuideAfter 3 nights in the mountains this was a great place to shower and do laundry. Easy walk to 2 gray New Mexican restaurants. Easy walk to auto parts store for preventative maintenance supplies on trailer. Great view of Wheelers Peak.
TravelerI love the tent shelters. We slept inside instead of setting up a tent again. Nice shower and toilets. Beautiful view. A bit noisy at night with a highway not far enough away. I am staying an extra night…
ScoutCame here after getting creeped out by the skivy vibe at Los petakas campground a couple miles west. This was a nice basic spot, close to highway 64 so you get some traffic noise, but that goes away after dark for the most part. When you come in, cross the bridge over the small stream, that's where the better campsites are, and the trees around the creek screen the road noise a bit. Just two other campers here on a summer weekday evening. At the end of the road near site number one is a trailhead for the Capulin ice cave trail.
ScoutWe pulled in around 5:00 on a weekday and none of the 10 or so sites was occupied. Campground looked run down and almost abandoned. We got a real skivy vibe when we saw there were no cars in any of the campsites and no tents pitched anywhere, but people were coming in and out of the woods. I suspect it being so close to Taos it's being used as a de facto homeless encampment. Moved up the road a couple of miles to capulin campground, which was way nicer.
GuideWe stayed here just a few nights when we first started our journey. It's a nice little park, and we LOVED the hiking trails in the back! The bathrooms and laundry room were very clean and well kept. The pool and "game room" were also nice. The area we stayed in was clearly for people just staying a few days. One thing I appreciated was the use of hedges to hide the neighboring sewer and hookups. Sites are close, so this helps. It is pretty tight in there, so maneuvering can be challenging if you have a bigger rig. But overall it was a nice place to stay.
GuideThis park is very nice and well maintained, with distant mountain views on 3 sides of it. It is in the middle of town, which makes it convenient but also comes with the drawbacks of being in town. I like how their sites are arranged so that you are not looking and eating with your neighbors sewer. I guess technically, they are "buddy sites," but they have cleverly added angled dividers to maintain your privacy if you dont know your neighbors 😉. Our site row backed up to an eleme tary school, so if you are there during the week and don't want to listen to children enjoying their recess, you should request another site. They do have a small dog trail and walking path at the back of the park, which is nice, but a lot of people need to learn what "clean up after your pet" means.
GuideNumerous spots along the forest road and some are tucked off the road a bit. The spot we found about a 1/2 mile or so past the bridge has a little fire ring and right next to the little creek. Surprisingly not a lot of bugs for being so close to the water!
Plenty happy with this place for the night and not too far from Taos.
TravelerBeautiful forest with aspen, pine, fir, and spruce trees. The forest road is in good shape with several well spaced out dispersed camping sites.
ScoutThe campground is closed, even though the gate is opened. Looked like there’s been a fire in the area and then probably flooding which would explain all the sandbags around the locked bathrooms.
Camping near Tesuque, New Mexico, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and unique experiences. Whether you're looking for a quiet spot to unwind or a base for outdoor adventures, there are plenty of options to explore.
Camping near Tesuque, New Mexico, offers a variety of experiences, from serene landscapes to family-friendly activities. Whether you're in an RV or tent, there's something for everyone to enjoy!
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, Tesuque, NM offers a wide range of camping options, with 140 campgrounds and RV parks near Tesuque, NM and 35 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Tesuque, NM is Sante Fe National Forest BLM-Road 62 Dispersed with a 4.2-star rating from 42 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 35 free dispersed camping spots near Tesuque, NM.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 9 parks near Tesuque, NM that allow camping, notably Santa Fe National Forest and Abiquiu Lake.
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