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Star Dance High Desert Retreat

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· Youngsville, Rio Arriba, New Mexico
100 acres hosted by Diana White Eagle S.
7 tent sites
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Best in New Mexico: Finalist
Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2023.
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Enjoy the comforts of home—including flush toilets, showers, and a kitchen.
Visit the startling beauty of the plateaus above Lake Abiquiu in northern New Mexico.  Star Dance provides a secluded experience for travelers, artists, fishermen, birdwatchers, stargazers, and more.  Star Dance sits above the upper Rio Chama canyons on 30 acres of trails and undisturbed natural terrain.
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757 Ratings · 329 reviews
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Jackson K.recommends
April 16, 2024
Site 6 - Star Dance High Desert Retreat
Star Dance is beyond words; magical and/or sacred closest fitting words. Surrounded by absolute beauty of desert nature with backdrop of mountains, and the accompanying peaceful quiet all around, this was such an amazing place. Unreal views of the stars, possibly the brightest I have ever seen, they all twinkle and dance! The name star dance made sense immediately. We loved how quiet it was and how alone we felt while still having access to the facilities. It was great to have a kitchen to use. The outdoor shower was sooo nice to have too, with the hot water and the incredible little view of the mountain. The space felt intentionally created for fostering connection to the oneself, the earth and cosmos. We are so grateful to have been able to experience that. Thank you so much Diana and sean for your wonderful hospitality and sacred space!
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Ajah S.recommends
April 1, 2024
Site 5 - Star Dance High Desert Retreat
Wow
Such a beautiful and amazing location! I didn't give myself proper time to explore and enjoy the beauty here, so already looking when I can return! Gracious and kind hosts. Would definitely recommend this place and these hosts!
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Juan F.recommends
March 30, 2024
Site 3 - Star Dance High Desert Retreat
Heaven on earth
The location is breathtaking, the amenities are all that you would like from your house but BETTER. Diana it's an amazing host, made sure I had all I needed and the outdoor enclosed shower with a windows viewing the mountain was outstanding ❤️ I will be back
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Camila A.recommends
March 26, 2024
Site 5 - Star Dance High Desert Retreat
Camping at Star Dance
Such beautiful, peaceful place def planning on visiting again
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Sahira T.recommends
September 4, 2023
Site 6 - Star Dance High Desert Retreat
The space is absolutely breathtaking. This location sits on top of a beautiful red canyon. Site 6 is a drive up location, site 5 sits literally at the edge of the canyon and has a fantastic view. It’s so quiet you can hear the wind AND even hear the flapping of the flying birds. We saw hummingbirds here as well. There are showers, a kitchen, a yoga yurt, and lots of chairs. I am making this place an annual trip as it was truly life changing. Strong medicine here.
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Samantha S.recommends
September 4, 2023
Site 5 - Star Dance High Desert Retreat
Wow! Such a gem! ✨The spaces have gorgeous views and are spread out, you can meet fellow campers in the common yurt or kitchen. The surroundings are so quiet and special.. So glad I landed here, I’ll definitely be back! 🌙
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Youngsville, Rio Arriba, New Mexico, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Pueblos and Núu-agha-tʉvʉ-pʉ̱ (Ute) First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Diana White Eagle S.Joined in June 2018
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