Riverbend Hot Springs, near Truth or Consequences, New Mexico, is a unique spot that combines camping with the soothing experience of natural hot springs. While the campground itself is pretty basic—think gravel parking spaces—it’s all about the access to those amazing hot springs just a hop across the street.

The hot springs are the main attraction here, with multiple pools at varying temperatures that are perfect for soaking after a long day. Visitors rave about the nighttime experience, where the pools are beautifully lit and the atmosphere is serene, making it a great place to unwind. As one camper put it, “The nighttime serenity and views were stunning.” 

You’ll find essential amenities like showers and bathrooms, and the campground is pet-friendly, so you can bring your furry friends along. Plus, there’s a convenience store nearby for any last-minute needs, and the local cuisine is a treat—don’t miss out on the breakfast from the food truck next door. 

For those looking to explore, the nearby Elephant Butte State Park offers a massive reservoir for boating and hiking, while the Bosque Del Apache National Wildlife Refuge is a must-visit for bird watchers. Whether you’re here for a quick stop or a longer stay, Riverbend Hot Springs provides a relaxing escape with plenty of opportunities for adventure.

Bring your own RV. Our small, gravel RV spaces have 30 & 50 amp electric, water, sewer hookups, and free wi-fi. RV guests get the same soaking privileges as our room guests. Spaces are across the street from the rest of the resort and about 15-20′ wide x 50′ long in size. RECREATIONAL VEHICLES ONLY. No car, van, truck or tent camping allowed. Rigs must have their own bathroom facilities (Toilet and Sink). Base rate includes one or two guests. Four guests maximum and each guest beyond 2 is $30/guest/night. Pet restrictions and fee are waived for quiet pets that stay in RV and don’t disturb other guests.

RV site guests get the same soaking privileges and discounts as hotel room guests.
High speed wireless Internet available.
Some amenities that are provided in hotel rooms are not available to RV guests. These include robes (ask about rentals), spa or bath towels, coffee, soaps/shampoo/etc, and Direct TV.
Propane is available at Cortez Gas Co but you must go to them to fill your tanks.

Riverbend Hot Springs

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Elephant Butte

The Best Camping Near Elephant Butte, New Mexico

I can’t say enough good things about this place. Situated right on the river with awesome hot springs! There multiple pools to chose from and for privacy. They have running water and showers too. A cute little hot spring cat hung out with us in the lounge area around the pool. The springs &amp; camping are located right in town and it really is a cool little town!

Perfect road trip stop!

The rv sites are narrow and short, but you're not here for the rv park, are you?? It's all about the soak, and staying as an overnight guest allows you unlimited access to all of the communal pools. The pools do NOT disappoint, especially at night when the crowds die down to just the overnighters. Don't miss Full Moon Kitchen, the food truck next door, for your breakfast in the morning. Yumm!

Soak yourself

We are full-timers in a 36 ft Class A with a Cherokee Trailhawk tow. We were here for just an overnight in site 4, the alley side. We had no issues getting backed in after dropping and parking our tow in the overflow next door. There is a butte mural on the wall across from the alley sites, which helps the view“a little”. The campground is small, but does have shrubs between the sites, but then you’re not here for the campground. This was our second visit and we really like this hot springs. They have both private and“public” pools of various temperatures. There is also a park and“bark park” just a block away.

CG has 6 sites (1 looks permanent), nothing to write home about, but the ho

The hook ups are all There and it’s easily accessible to the hot springs , but don’t expect any privacy or space. You’re paying for a parking space to have access to the hot springs . We’ve stayed here 3 times , it’s always clean and everything works. I love the hit springs but would prefer to stay in my rv than an overpriced room. You cross the street and you are in the hot springs , even gravel parking. Wi Fi is great , there is a convenience store within walking distance. Free coffee and tea in the morning, overall a safe and clean place to stay while you visit the Hot Springs.

Basically a parking lot

What the other reviewers have said regarding the gravel spaces is totally true. What I wish to add is that the springs at night are amazing. We got there at 9pm and there were three other people there which were hard to spot as the place is fairly large. There are multiple pools with differing temperatures. Everything was quiet and beautifully lit. There were ample places to sit ranging from lounge chairs, to regular chairs, to hammocks. One of the pools even had two macrame swings. There was also a sauna and two outside showers. The spa sits on a water way and across the water there appear to be condos that were also lit up. The nighttime serenity and views were stunning. We will return in the morning to see what that experience is like, but even if it doesn’t compare, it’s very worthwhile even if you only go at night.

Amazing Nightime Hot Springs 

There are a few hot spring resorts that we keep in the back of our minds, always ready to return whenever we’re within striking distance…and this is one of them!  A good friend who used to live in T or C raved about this place, and let’s say she was not wrong. 

  

While the campground itself isn’t much to write home about (just a parking lot across the street), quick access to the pools, the environment, and the scenery are simply amazing. The campsites are full-hook up slots, tastefully divided by local plants and shade trees, but very close to each other. You’re within the city limits, but it feels somehow more like a quiet neighborhood. 

  

The resort offers showers, bathrooms, and of course a multitude of pools at different temperatures to balance whatever the weather might throw at you. With nothing but the Rio Grande River, and the Chihuahuan Desert sprawling into the distance, the resort is serene, and feels a million miles away from the interstate which is only a couple miles away. 

  

Even with the electrical hook ups, we still gathered all we needed with our solar powered system, and our south facing campsite was perfect for satellite internet as well, even though the resort has some spotty wifi. 

  

The town within walking distance has everything you might want, especially if you like New Mexican cuisine, the answer is always “Christmas” WYKYK. Gas, food, Walmart all close by, etc. it’s all there. 

  

Nearby is the Elephant Butte State Park with a massive reservoir for all kinds of boating recreation, mountain biking and hiking. Just make sure you go at the right time of year! Also check out the Bosque Del Apache National Wildlife Refuge if you are at all interested in birds and other wildlife.  You'll find reviews for all of these places on our The Dyrt Reviews.

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