New Mexico campgrounds

15 campgrounds across New Mexico

Explore campgrounds across New Mexico, from public lands and forest sites to reservable parks and quieter local options. Use photos, map context, and practical signals to narrow the trip.

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Mountain country

Higher elevations, scenic trailheads, and cooler summer nights.

4 campgrounds

Waterfront camping

Lakes, rivers, beaches, and campgrounds near water access.

3 campgrounds

Forest retreats

Shaded sites, quiet roads, and public forest campgrounds.

3 campgrounds

Open sky trips

Dry country, wide views, and simple sites for self-sufficient campers.

2 campgrounds

Public land

National forest, park, and agency-managed campgrounds.

2 campgrounds

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Aguirre Spring Recreation Area and Campground

Doña Ana County, NM

55 sitesNot reservableTent and RVNo reviews yet

The high wall, needle-like spires of the Organ Mountains curve dramatically around a semicircle of Chihuahuan Desert habitat at the Aguirre Spring Campground.

an image of a wooden structure and a covered picnic area with large green trees

Ponderosa Group Campground

Los Alamos County, NM

2 sitesNot reservableTent and RVNo reviews yet

Ponderosa group campground is open year round, with water available May - October only.

View of Mogollon dwelling rooms within a cave.

Lower Scorpion Campground

Catron County, NM

Sites unknownFirst comeTent and RVNo reviews yet

Lower Scorpion Campground is a partially developed campground within walking distance of the West Fork of the Gila River.

Clear Creek Group Campground (NM)

Cuba, NM

1 sitesReservation unknownGroupNo reviews yet

Overview Clear Creek Group Campground is less than a two hourdrive from the Albuquerque area, and provides relief from the New Mexico heat with the cool shade and refreshing air of the pines and...