94% (2.6K) • 263 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Jemez Springs
Elk Ridge Ranch
1. Elk Ridge Ranch
100%
(96)
36mi from Jemez Springs · 1 site · RV
Park your RV up to 40 foot overlooking a beautiful pond and endless Mountain Views. Enjoy our Elk roaming near your campsite, you can even feed them apples out of your hand! You can swim in the crystal clear pond and enjoy the endless stars at night. We have 50 amp service and sewer hookup. Pets are welcome if well behaved and leashed because of the resident animals.
Only 45 minutes to Santa Fe and 20 minutes to Albuquerque. Explore the great Southwest attractions: Tent Rocks, Bandolier National Monument, Chaco Canyon, Coronado Monument, and Sandia Tramway. Excellent hiking and biking area. Less than an hour to Santa Fe Ski area and 2 hours to Taos Mountain.
Full hookups
from
$95
/ night
Camp Chima
2. Camp Chima
96%
(14)
43mi from Jemez Springs · 4 sites · Tents
Learn more about this land: Pitch your tent and enjoy starry nights and beautiful sunrises and sunsets in historical Chimayo, NM. Located next to the Santa Cruz River. Sleep under the stars with the soothing sound of running water. Enjoy hiking, biking or just hanging out at nearby stream that runs through the camping area. WiFi available.
Campfires
Toilets
from
$45
/ night
The Vista: Cedar Crest
3. The Vista: Cedar Crest
100%
(3)
49mi from Jemez Springs · 3 sites · RVs, Lodging
Welcome Balloon Fiesta campers! Check out The Vista! A mountainous getaway sitting atop a picturesque ridge with beautiful sunrise views. Nestled in a private, gated spacious neighborhood in the village of Cedar Crest, you will find solace and privacy but also the convenience of heading to Albuquerque with an easy 15 minute drive. Many great local restaurants, a coffee shop, a brewery and grocery store all within 7 minutes. A 30 minute drive will take you to quirky and quaint Madrid, NM, with Santa Fe only another 30 minutes away. Our guests are welcome to used the shared space that encompasses a picnic table, flat pavers for lounging, yoga, or hammock usage, and a firepit area for use when fire bans are not in effect.
A great base camp for hiking, biking, and all the wonders that New Mexico offers.
We are located 1.3 miles back on a dirt road that has some steep sections and can have washboard sections during certain times of the year. During winter times, 4-wheel drive is necessary. We welcome (and LOVE!) dogs, but they must remain on leash and out of respect for our neighbors, are unable to allow disruptive/barking dogs.
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Campfires
from
$32
/ night
Lovely Mesa Lot, Right Near Town.
4. Lovely Mesa Lot, Right Near Town.
37mi from Jemez Springs · 1 site · Tent, RV
Beautiful half acre close to Centex rainbow for willing and off-road activities mostly fenced. Gated. Friendly neighbors nearby but not too close. Close to Waterv fill station. Generator needed for power. Great views of the Sandias, open mesa and Calabacitas arroyo area.
from
$45
/ night
Tierra del RavenTree
5. Tierra del RavenTree
99%
(102)
34mi from Jemez Springs · 1 site · Tent, RV
Ultimate peace and privacy. Nestled in juniper-wooded hills with sweeping views. Close to Albuquerque (20 minutes) and Santa Fe (40 minutes) but feels like a secluded retreat.
Most people have no problem finding my place by entering my address in their GPS. However, I have had 2 HipCampers report their GPS directed them to a road called Camino de las Brisas or Las Brisas Loop.
Turning here will lead you to a steep, dangerous road where it will be very difficult to turn around if you're in an RV and impossible with a trailer. Continue on Camino de Las Huertas to Senda Osa Vieja. It's marked with a street sign, a stone monument with brass plate. There's also a blue "private road" sign with a dragon.
This land was purchased in 1956 by my archeologist parents because of the ancient pueblo site (dating from 1000 A.D.) and pit house sites (dating from 800 A.D.) Until the mega drought seriously impacted the land, a stream ran through it year round. Now it is only intermittent. Across the valley from this property, and within view of the campsite, is the site of a Spanish Colonial village, San Jose de las Huertas. It dates from the 1700s and is now owned by the Archeological Conservancy. This area is rich in history both Native American and Spanish.
Learn more about this land:
Located in the high desert 20 minutes from Albuquerque and 40 minutes from Santa Fe. Views of Sandia mountains, and near historic archeological sites. Within a 10 minute drive are popular mountain biking trails. Petroglyphs are a 20 minute, moderately strenuous hike from property. Very peaceful, quiet and safe.
Read all the Rules and Safety info before booking so you understand exactly what facilities are and are not available, particularly if you in an RV or trailer.
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
Potable water
from
$27
/ night
94% (2.6K) • 263 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Jemez Springs
Elk Ridge Ranch
1. Elk Ridge Ranch
100%
(96)
36mi from Jemez Springs · 1 site · RV
Park your RV up to 40 foot overlooking a beautiful pond and endless Mountain Views. Enjoy our Elk roaming near your campsite, you can even feed them apples out of your hand! You can swim in the crystal clear pond and enjoy the endless stars at night. We have 50 amp service and sewer hookup. Pets are welcome if well behaved and leashed because of the resident animals.
Only 45 minutes to Santa Fe and 20 minutes to Albuquerque. Explore the great Southwest attractions: Tent Rocks, Bandolier National Monument, Chaco Canyon, Coronado Monument, and Sandia Tramway. Excellent hiking and biking area. Less than an hour to Santa Fe Ski area and 2 hours to Taos Mountain.
Full hookups
from
$95
/ night
Camp Chima
2. Camp Chima
96%
(14)
43mi from Jemez Springs · 4 sites · Tents
Learn more about this land: Pitch your tent and enjoy starry nights and beautiful sunrises and sunsets in historical Chimayo, NM. Located next to the Santa Cruz River. Sleep under the stars with the soothing sound of running water. Enjoy hiking, biking or just hanging out at nearby stream that runs through the camping area. WiFi available.
Campfires
Toilets
from
$45
/ night
The Vista: Cedar Crest
3. The Vista: Cedar Crest
100%
(3)
49mi from Jemez Springs · 3 sites · RVs, Lodging
Welcome Balloon Fiesta campers! Check out The Vista! A mountainous getaway sitting atop a picturesque ridge with beautiful sunrise views. Nestled in a private, gated spacious neighborhood in the village of Cedar Crest, you will find solace and privacy but also the convenience of heading to Albuquerque with an easy 15 minute drive. Many great local restaurants, a coffee shop, a brewery and grocery store all within 7 minutes. A 30 minute drive will take you to quirky and quaint Madrid, NM, with Santa Fe only another 30 minutes away. Our guests are welcome to used the shared space that encompasses a picnic table, flat pavers for lounging, yoga, or hammock usage, and a firepit area for use when fire bans are not in effect.
A great base camp for hiking, biking, and all the wonders that New Mexico offers.
We are located 1.3 miles back on a dirt road that has some steep sections and can have washboard sections during certain times of the year. During winter times, 4-wheel drive is necessary. We welcome (and LOVE!) dogs, but they must remain on leash and out of respect for our neighbors, are unable to allow disruptive/barking dogs.
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Campfires
from
$32
/ night
Lovely Mesa Lot, Right Near Town.
4. Lovely Mesa Lot, Right Near Town.
37mi from Jemez Springs · 1 site · Tent, RV
Beautiful half acre close to Centex rainbow for willing and off-road activities mostly fenced. Gated. Friendly neighbors nearby but not too close. Close to Waterv fill station. Generator needed for power. Great views of the Sandias, open mesa and Calabacitas arroyo area.
from
$45
/ night
Tierra del RavenTree
5. Tierra del RavenTree
99%
(102)
34mi from Jemez Springs · 1 site · Tent, RV
Ultimate peace and privacy. Nestled in juniper-wooded hills with sweeping views. Close to Albuquerque (20 minutes) and Santa Fe (40 minutes) but feels like a secluded retreat.
Most people have no problem finding my place by entering my address in their GPS. However, I have had 2 HipCampers report their GPS directed them to a road called Camino de las Brisas or Las Brisas Loop.
Turning here will lead you to a steep, dangerous road where it will be very difficult to turn around if you're in an RV and impossible with a trailer. Continue on Camino de Las Huertas to Senda Osa Vieja. It's marked with a street sign, a stone monument with brass plate. There's also a blue "private road" sign with a dragon.
This land was purchased in 1956 by my archeologist parents because of the ancient pueblo site (dating from 1000 A.D.) and pit house sites (dating from 800 A.D.) Until the mega drought seriously impacted the land, a stream ran through it year round. Now it is only intermittent. Across the valley from this property, and within view of the campsite, is the site of a Spanish Colonial village, San Jose de las Huertas. It dates from the 1700s and is now owned by the Archeological Conservancy. This area is rich in history both Native American and Spanish.
Learn more about this land:
Located in the high desert 20 minutes from Albuquerque and 40 minutes from Santa Fe. Views of Sandia mountains, and near historic archeological sites. Within a 10 minute drive are popular mountain biking trails. Petroglyphs are a 20 minute, moderately strenuous hike from property. Very peaceful, quiet and safe.
Read all the Rules and Safety info before booking so you understand exactly what facilities are and are not available, particularly if you in an RV or trailer.
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
Potable water
from
$27
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
Joe
December 2025
Tent
Beautiful surroundings in a quiet and sparsely populated portion of the neighborhood.
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Karissa
October 2025
16 ft car
Only stayed one night. Very accommodating and understanding land owner. Planned to have a late check in time, so owner had left a light out to guide us. Instructions very clear on how to get there. The land is right next to her house however it doesn’t feel intrusive. Greeted us in the morning and showed some trails we could go explore nearby. Weather was a little windy in the morning which she said was unusual but made packing up a little difficult. However the land was leveled and a perfect fit for my truck and rooftop tent. Would recommend this area to other campers.
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Katie
October 2025
Tent
Group trip
I loved camping here! Jimmy brought us firewood and was so kind! The stars were beautiful as well!
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Whitney
October 2025
Tent
Group trip
This was such a fun place to stay! The road in can get muddy but our big cars managed it fine. I loved how large the sites were and how family friendly it was. We brought several toddlers but never felt worried about their safety because we could always see them, the stream is fenced off in most places and it’s all flat. Host was wonderful and we can’t wait to come back.
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Nigel
October 2025
23 ft travel trailer
Excellent campsite to give you a wonderfully rural retreat in the hills, with fast and easy access to Albuquerque and all it offers.
Excellent full hook up facilities, flat gravel pad, looks towards the hosts home but far enough away for privacy. And the hosts were super nice and welcoming.
Huge pool / artificial lake you can swim in and beautiful Elks to wonder at. And you can purchase fresh meat from the very ranch on which they were reared.
This is what “Hipcamping” is all about and we would return again, and again, and it will be our go to place if and when we are back in the area.
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Juanita
September 2025
34 ft travel trailer
With kids
We loved every minute of our experience there! From the time we arrived until the time we left we felt welcomed, relaxed and comfortable! When asking my kids what their favorite thing was they said “All of It” and for young kids that says a lot! We will be back!
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Brandon
August 2025
Tent
Group trip
One thing Jimmy does is provide some firewood. We set up our tent and then enjoyed an evening around a campfire as the sunset. I was a memorable and beautiful evening.
I got a few good looks at the clear night sky and there were many stars! Much more than in the "city" where I live. I only wish I had more time to stay at Camp Chama.
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The Diplomats
August 2025
31 ft travel trailer
Wonderful, peaceful, quiet place. Very unique. Love the Elk.
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Nathanael
July 2025
26 ft travel trailer
With pets
Susan was generous and communicative. Her land is incredibly special and quiet. All instructions were clearly laid out in the posting. Thank you for a great stay!
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Chris
July 2025
38 ft travel trailer
With kids
Susan was very responsive and gave great directions for getting there and setting up. We were greeted by 2 friendly Giant Schnauzers and then Dale came out and helped us park at the perfect angle and walk us through the hook ups. We read the reviews and were hoping Dale and Susan had elk meat they were willing to part with, and to our luck, they hadn't run out yet. Dale gave it to us for free. Just kidding. (I told Dale I was gonna say that in my review so I hope he laughs when he reads this... whatever the price I wont say, but I swear its the best meat I ever had IN MY LIFE. IF you are lucky enough to get there when they have some... buy as much as you can!!! WORTH IT!). My children were enamored by their self built pool and all the strategically placed giant rocks. The loved how each rock is numbered so they will know right where it came from if someone moves it. (Kidding again... or am I?) Dale and Susan played along with us to help our kids be mindful and respectful of their beautiful property. Including our little story to help them not get the urge to tamper with rocks and equipment and pets. I love how loving and caring they are with their Elk. I love that they all have names and each one has a personality. Susan and Dale are so personable and friendly that we want to stay friends forever. Haha. They have great stories and wonderful ideas. The water pressure drops a bit about 12am/1am. Make sure you are showered and shaved before that window.
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Ryan
July 2025
10 ft travel trailer
With kids
Susan and Dale are exceptional hosts. We had a blast at their camp spot. The kids loved feeding the elk, hanging out with the dogs and riding on the tractor. The view is beautiful and there’s an amazing diving platform. Thanks for making us so welcome and showing us around!
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Jacob
July 2025
Tent
Susan’s property and campsite are beautiful and very clean. I felt safe and well-informed during my entire stay. The location is a perfect distance for feeling “out of the city” but still able to visit ABQ easily. If you are camping in a tent, be prepared for heavy winds, especially during the evening. This location is an awesome way to experience the desert.
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Brandon
June 2025
Tent
A quiet place. Big beautiful cottonwood trees. Crisp cool water in a small stream. Jimmy provides wood for cooking on a small fire. Did I mention it’s also quiet!
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Malerie
June 2025
20 ft pop-up camper
With kids
We enjoyed every bit of our short stay at the ranch! Our hosts were so welcoming and the animals on property were a highlight for our son.
We would definitely recommend this lovely spot for anyone looking for a unique and relaxing time!
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Whitney
May 2025
30 ft Class C
With kids
We were on our way home from the Grand Canyon and needed a place to take a day to rest before making the long drive to Houston. Dale and Susan were an absolute delight and wonderful hosts for our family of five. Our kids loved feeding the elk, playing with the dogs, and swimming in the pond. The area nearby is beautiful and we left feeling refreshed and ready to head home.
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JC
May 2025
Tent
With pets
Delightful sounds from the stream and the river! Quiet and relaxing. Jimmy was responsive and met me when I arrived so I wouldn't get lost.
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Christopher
May 2025
Tent
With pets
It’s like sleeping on a football field secluded in some oak trees. Dogs could roam off leash. Nice place, nice guy.
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Angelaca
May 2025
42 ft travel trailer
We spent several nights at the Elk Ranch using it as a base camp of sorts while we spent time visiting family and exploring the Albuquerque and Santa Fe areas. The site was easy to find, convenient, and offers a perfectly peaceful and beautiful view. Communications with Susan prior to our arrival were appreciated and helpful. Once there, Dale and Susan were fantastic hosts - we very much enjoyed and welcomed talking with them - it was as though we knew them forever. Their dogs are the sweetest, too with each stopping by from time to time for some attention.
The Elk were a bonus for us. We learned a lot and were able to take home some meat and jerky. Getting to experience the elk up close was super cool since you don’t often find them roaming our home state.
We would go back again and again as the hospitality won us over. Definitely a 10/10.
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Paula
March 2025
24 ft Class B
With pets
I really liked this site. It is close to the house but still private on 3 sides facing beautiful scenery. It was quiet and peaceful. You can hike around quite a bit. The last part of the paved then dirt roads are slightly rough, steep, and narrow, but I’ve gotten used to that in NM.
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Eliana
March 2025
Tent
Beautiful scenery and pristine well water. Susan was a very friendly and accommodating host!
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