Whirlpool Dispersed Camping Area
Reviewed Nov. 7, 2021

Great Few Days in NM

I came here at the height of summer and had no problems finding a site, but I feel like I got lucky! This area is popular with kayakers and the roads leading to this area are busy with trailers. Seems a given, since it’s close to the river!

I found a site right next to the Rio and even though it was muddy, I still appreciated being able to get in to cool down a bit. My site had plenty of room for my truck and hub tent. Only real complaint is the trash the previous campers left behind.

Days were hot as they are in NM but the nights were pleasant. People were having a good time but were chill at night, something I always appreciate at free sites.

Roads were good and any vehicle can make it. Just go slow as usual! I had a sparse cell signal but didn’t want it anyway.

Clean bathrooms and plenty of sites- maybe 12 or so?- lots of space to spread out. A great option for camping along the Rio.

Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of Whirlpool Dispersed Camping Area by Kim M., November 7, 2021
  • Review photo of Whirlpool Dispersed Camping Area by Kim M., November 7, 2021
  • Review photo of Whirlpool Dispersed Camping Area by Kim M., November 7, 2021
  • Review photo of Whirlpool Dispersed Camping Area by Kim M., November 7, 2021
  • Review photo of Whirlpool Dispersed Camping Area by Kim M., November 7, 2021
  • Review photo of Whirlpool Dispersed Camping Area by Kim M., November 7, 2021
  • Review photo of Whirlpool Dispersed Camping Area by Kim M., November 7, 2021
  • Review photo of Whirlpool Dispersed Camping Area by Kim M., November 7, 2021
  • Review photo of Whirlpool Dispersed Camping Area by Kim M., November 7, 2021
  • Review photo of Whirlpool Dispersed Camping Area by Kim M., November 7, 2021
  • Review photo of Whirlpool Dispersed Camping Area by Kim M., November 7, 2021
  • Review photo of Whirlpool Dispersed Camping Area by Kim M., November 7, 2021
  • Review photo of Whirlpool Dispersed Camping Area by Kim M., November 7, 2021
  • Review photo of Whirlpool Dispersed Camping Area by Kim M., November 7, 2021
  • Review photo of Whirlpool Dispersed Camping Area by Kim M., November 7, 2021
  • Review photo of Whirlpool Dispersed Camping Area by Kim M., November 7, 2021
  • Review photo of Whirlpool Dispersed Camping Area by Kim M., November 7, 2021