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Percha Dam State Park

Percha Dam State Park Campground, near Arrey, New Mexico, is a spot that offers a mix of relaxation and outdoor fun. With sites that accommodate both tents and RVs, it’s a convenient place for campers looking to enjoy the beauty of the Rio Grande.

The campground features electric hookups and drinking water, making it comfortable for those who want a few modern conveniences while still being close to nature. Many visitors have enjoyed the shaded areas, noting that it’s a peaceful spot to unwind. One camper mentioned, “The area I parked had a big area with shaded trees, very quiet at night.”

For those interested in wildlife, birdwatching is a highlight here, with sightings of various species reported throughout the year. The nearby river offers opportunities for fishing and swimming, although some have commented on its condition. If you’re up for a little adventure, there are trails for hiking and exploring the surrounding landscape.

While the facilities may not be perfect, many campers appreciate the friendly atmosphere and the charm of small-town life nearby. If you’re passing through, Percha Dam State Park Campground is worth a stop for a night or two of camping under the stars.

Description

State Park

Campground Facilities: 29 Developed Campsites 23 Electric Sites Water in Campground RV Dump Station Group Campsites Restrooms: Restrooms with water Showers Vault Toilets Gardens Gift Shop

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Location

Percha Dam State Park is located in New Mexico

Detail location of campground

Directions

Located 16 miles of Truth or Consequences via I-25 exit 59 and NM 187.

Coordinates

32.86685304 N
107.30567382 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Good
  • Verizon
    Fair
  • AT&T
    Unknown
  • T-Mobile
    Good

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Showers
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Sewer Hookups
  • Water Hookups
  • Pull-Through Sites
  • Big Rig Friendly

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8 Reviews

Reviewed May. 31, 2024

Great area with shaded areas

Stayed in the open area not at a site . Area I parked had a big area with shaded trees, very quite at night and had no issues with neighbors

Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Percha Dam State Park by Luis R., May 31, 2024
  • Review photo of Percha Dam State Park by Luis R., May 31, 2024
  • Review photo of Percha Dam State Park by Luis R., May 31, 2024
Reviewed Aug. 6, 2023

Awful staff, good birding

The current (8/23) camp host screamed obscenities at me and told me to leave the park "for BLM land" because I asked the neighboring campsite (where he was partying) to please tone it down after 10 pm, during quiet hours. Yep, he's still here, park mgmt like volunteers with his attitude so you won't criticize anything. Rangers don't care, if not worse- I've had property destroyed in addition to hostility from this host. Rangers drive around in pickups with blacked-out windows like wannabe feds, and don't stop if you try to wave them down. The host attempts to look macho riding around on a lawnmower every day- it's about all he does- but he doesn't use the restrooms so he doesn't care what condition they're in, if showers don't work, lights are burnt out, toilet paper dispensers are empty, etc. He'll tell you that he's only an unpaid volunteer and it's not his job. Paid maintenance "clean" restrooms/outhouses with a filthy bucket of slop and a toilet brush that they use on every toilet seat- it's just as well they drive away and don't "clean" at all if you are in the outhouse (I've been here 5 days and the women's side has not been cleaned once.) You can see their priorities when they spend days with weed wackers somewhere, but nobody ever trims the junipers that are growing over the crumbling sidewalks to the outhouse, or around the water spigots in the same area. This demonstrates the difference between looking busy/macho and actually caring about the public. "You don't matter and we don't care" is the motto here, especially if you ask for anything unreasonable, like observing quiet hours or refilling toilet paper. Goathead thorns are everywhere, watch your dog's paws. The raccoons are amusing if they're not getting into your stuff. The river, when it exists is brown and gross, but locals and Texans come out in large noisy crowds weekends to swim and fish in this junk. Ironically, I bet they're the same ones who deride the goals of the CWA… The positive is weekday birding, if you can deal with some truly stupid and hateful people. Just this summer I've seen 1 painted bunting, summer tanagers, Bullocks orioles, sandhill cranes- even a couple of vermillion flycatchers that live near the host's site, which I bet he's never noticed. In the fall there's no hunting in this park, so it's a refuge for many types of ducks, and a small herd of deer sleep in the grassy sites along the river. In spite of being close to the highway and seasonal agricultural activities, this could be a nice park if anyone cared, but that won't happen because it's rural southern NM. A weird mix of apathy and hostility is the prevailing attitude here.

SiteDispersed, near river
Month of VisitAugust
Reviewed Nov. 3, 2022

Old Campground

Only one full hook up site. Not too busy. Showers and restrooms ok but not cleaned every day. Campground was built for smaller campers but a few can handle big rigs. Our site was good for our 36’ 5th wheel.

Site27
Month of VisitOctober
Reviewed Feb. 4, 2022

Excellent place

Sheltered from wind - clean bathrooms - pull through electric sites - level - very friendly - small town America Arrey Cafe is excellent - it doesn't get better than this!!!

Site10
Month of VisitFebruary
  • Review photo of Percha Dam State Park by teddy F., February 4, 2022
  • Review photo of Percha Dam State Park by teddy F., February 4, 2022
  • Review photo of Percha Dam State Park by teddy F., February 4, 2022
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Reviewed Jan. 21, 2022

Peaceful and Quiet

Tucked in next to the Rio Grande, Perch Dam Campground is quiet, clean, and enjoyable. The bathrooms were spotless and well maintained, as were the pit toilets in the dispersed area.  Most sites easily can fit a 35 - 40 foot rig.  There is water and electric (15, 30, 50 amp) at all reserved sites.  The only drawback, no RV dump station on site; you'll need to go to Caballo SP to dump.  Had great Verizon cell service while there.  We will return!

Site#5
Month of VisitJanuary
  • Review photo of Percha Dam State Park by Dave G., January 21, 2022
  • Review photo of Percha Dam State Park by Dave G., January 21, 2022
  • Review photo of Percha Dam State Park by Dave G., January 21, 2022
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Reviewed Feb. 17, 2020

Not impressed

Kinda dumpy. Dry and dusty. A lot of goathead stickers, be prepared for flat tires if you bike there.

Reviewed Dec. 2, 2018

Small and quiet

Small campground with no dump site. All the electric/water sites are pull-through and very close to one another. Grass and trees!

Month of VisitNovember
  • Review photo of Percha Dam State Park by Ken M., December 2, 2018
  • Review photo of Percha Dam State Park by Ken M., December 2, 2018
Reviewed Aug. 8, 2018

Fast water,fun times

Can’t canp near the water, but can stay at sites within walking distance. Grills and bathrooms, nice to sit in a tube and float down and has a trail to hike back up after the ride

Month of VisitJuly

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Does Percha Dam State Park have RV hookups?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Percha Dam State Park has water hookups and sewer hookups.

  • What is the max vehicle length at Percha Dam State Park?

    Percha Dam State Park allows vehicles up to 65 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Percha Dam State Park?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Percha Dam State Park, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Percha Dam State Park have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Percha Dam State Park does not have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Percha Dam State Park?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is fair, AT&T is unknown, and T-Mobile is good.