Situated in the boot heel of New Mexico near the Arizona border, Rusty's RV Ranch sits in the open desert outside Rodeo at an elevation that draws RVers looking to avoid harsh winters elsewhere. The campground runs on gravel roads and gravel sites, all level, with full hookups including electric, water, and sewer. Sites accommodate rigs up to 50 feet. Pull-throughs make up most of the layout, with some back-in options available.
The grounds are consistently clean across reviews. The owner has added on-property hiking trails, a koi pond, a swan and duck pond, bird enclosures, goats, and a dog park, giving campers reasons to stay close to camp between day trips. Trees are present but short, so shade is limited. Concrete pads with power outlets are available for astronomy setups, and the low light pollution in this part of New Mexico suits that use well. Francois T. describes it as "very quiet" and visited three times in eight months for stargazing. The nearby Dark Sky Retreat draws similar visitors to the area.
Cell service is limited regardless of carrier. AT&T users report one bar of 5G with modest speeds, Verizon fares similarly, and T-Mobile reviewers noted no signal at all. Park WiFi exists but runs slow. Starlink works well given clear northern sky exposure. Supplies are scarce locally, so stocking up before arrival is worth planning around. Douglas, Arizona, roughly 55 miles south, is the nearest town with full shopping. Campers exploring camping near Rodeo will find options are sparse, which makes Rusty's the practical anchor for this corner of the state.
Description
Located 6 miles North of Rodeo, NM, on historic Route 80, Rusty’s RV Ranch is nestled between the Peloncillo and Chiricahua Mountain Ranges with 360* views. Whether you only stop in for a few nights or want to put out the wheel chocks and stay awhile, we’ve got you covered. Our 200′ long pull-thru sites with full hook-ups can accommodate even the largest of BIG RIGS. Our on-site guest amenities are available 24 hours a day. At an elevation of 4124 feet, our Summer weather is milder than most desert destinations. We rarely break 100 degrees and at least 10 degrees cooler than Tucson, AZ. Enjoy year-round activities like hiking, biking, birding, geocaching, hunting, and miles off-road trails for your ATV or Jeep. We have a large dog park, complete with comfortable seating in the shade, and we offer over 2 miles of walking trails in the park. You can even use one of our courtesy bicycles to navigate our paths. After your day of fun and adventure, take a dip in our heated swim spa or enjoy a relaxing evening watching the stars.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsRusty's RV Ranch is located in New Mexico near Rodeo
Directions
854 State Hwy 80, Rodeo, NM 88056
Address
854 The RV Way
Rodeo, NM 88056
Coordinates
31.92863807 N
109.03611197 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 8/7/26
AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 8/7/26
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 8/7/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 8/7/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Cabins
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Market
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 1 hr 45 min from Sierra Vista, AZ
- 2 hrs 13 min from Las Cruces, NM
- 2 hrs 16 min from Tucson, AZ
- 2 hrs 42 min from El Paso, TX
