Sitting on the west bank of the Rio Grande about 15 miles north of Albuquerque, Coronado Campground occupies open, mostly flat terrain alongside Coronado State Monument, the ruins of a historic Tiwa pueblo. The Sandia Mountains rise to the east, visible from many of the numbered RV sites, and the river runs just beyond the campground's edge, though reaching the water requires pushing through dense brush rather than following a maintained path.
Sites here are a mix of pull-through and back-in pads, most with water and 30-amp electric hookups and no sewer connections. A dump station on the property is included in the nightly rate. Each site has a covered picnic area with a stuccoed roof and a table, which one reviewer found genuinely useful during a rainstorm. Site levels can be inconsistent; Reuben notes that blacktop pads that "appear level" can have a significant slope when measured. Sites A through D face the river and have the most direct views but are smaller with fewer hookups. The overflow area, which lacks hookups, draws consistent praise for its open sightlines toward the Sandia Mountains.
Traffic noise from the nearby interstate carries into camp and is audible even with windows closed at night. Sirens are not uncommon. The bathrooms and showers are functional and generally kept clean, though the shower timers in the women's facilities have drawn complaints. Wendy L. summarizes the experience concisely: "Clean bathrooms and nice sites." A section of the campground houses long-term residents, and a cluster of permanently parked rigs near the entrance has been noted by multiple visitors.
The campground is operated by the Town of Bernalillo and accepts reservations. Nightly rates range from $18 for tent or no-hookup sites to $40 for full water and electric. Pets are allowed. Bosque Brewing sits within walking distance, and a grocery store, Walmart, and other services are close by. Campers looking at places to camp around Bernalillo will find this one of the more full-service options in the area. The Stagecoach Stop RV Park is another nearby alternative worth comparing. For a base camp with easy city access, river views, and covered sites, this municipal campground delivers on the basics.
Description
Coronado Campground is conveniently located on Highway 550, just west of Bernalillo along the Rio Grande. A visit to Coronado Campground offers more than a place to set up camp or enjoy a picnic. Relax and take in an unobstructed view of the beautiful Sandia mountains to the east. Experience the quiet mystique of the Rio Grande as it flows gently through the valley below. Enjoy New Mexico's spectacular sunrises, and witness the Sandia's' reflecting light from the setting sun. Tour the adjacent Coronado Historic Site with its Native American artifacts and partially restored adobe patio ruins. All this and more awaits those who stop at Coronado campground, located only 15 miles north of Albuquerque on the Rio Grande in Bernalillo.
Now open to 100% occupancy! NM Safe Certified
Bathroom facilities are limited to only campgrounds guests - limited to a two (2) guest occupancy at any given time. Masks are no longer required at this time for service in the office. Guests who do not adhere to social distancing practices can and will be asked to vacate immediately. Please respect other guests in these unprecedented times. We will continue to practice health safety and sanitize offices and bathrooms accordingly.
Fee Info
Developed RV Sites (1-6) (with water & 50 amp. electric) ...................................................................... $40.00 Developed RV Site (with water & 20/30 amp. electric) ............................................................................ $35.00 Developed RV Site (with 20 amp. electric ONLY) (A, B, C, D) ........................................................... $30.00 Dump Station use ONLY ........................................................................................................................................ $ 15.00
Developed Sheltered Site (per tent) (water, NO electric) ...................................................................................... $25.00 Developed Tent Camping No Shelter (per tent) ......................................................................................................... $20.00 Non-developed tent camping ...................................................................................................................................... $18.00 Day Use or Overnight Dry Lot Parking (buses)....................................................................................................... $20.00 Overnight Dry Lot Parking (car) ................................................................................................................................... $18.00 Overnight Dry Lot Parking (RV).................................................................................................................................... $20.00 Group Shelter...................................................................................................................................................................... $60.00
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsCoronado Campground is located in New Mexico near Bernalillo
Directions
Located 2 miles from Rio Rancho, 12 miles from Albuquerque, 36 miles from Santa Fe. Also, just 9 miles from the Santa Ana Center! 1.7 miles west on 550 off I-25 Exit 242 in Bernalillo (12 miles north of Albuquerque). North and west of Rio Grande on 550, turn at sign, Coronado State Monument. Coronado Campground is located in the historic town of Bernalillo.
Address
106 Kuaua Road
Bernalillo, NM 87004
Coordinates
35.32432338 N
106.55883318 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 17 usersLast on 7/28/26
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 37 usersLast on 7/28/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 19 usersLast on 7/28/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 15 min from Albuquerque, NM
- 33 min from Santa Fe, NM
- 2 hrs 31 min from Farmington, NM
- 3 hrs 14 min from Las Cruces, NM











































