The best river, stream, or creek glamping near Las Vegas, New Mexico

Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to source for outdoor accommodations in the United States. If you're looking for a camping experience that blends the comforts of home with the rugged beauty of nature, then glamping is the perfect option for you. And if you're looking to camp near Las Vegas, New Mexico, with a preference for river activities, then we have over 250 options for you to choose from. Some of our top and highly reviewed campsites include Santa Fe Treehouse Camp (512 reviews), Sunny Mellow Eco Villa (179 reviews), and Healing on the Rio Grande (128 reviews). Our campsites offer popular amenities such as showers, potable water, and toilets, and activities like off-roading (OHV), swimming, and fishing. With an average price per night of $47 and options as low as $12, let us help you plan your next memorable camping experience.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to source for outdoor accommodations in the United States. If you're looking for a camping experience that blends the comforts of home with the rugged beauty of nature, then glamping is the perfect option for you. And if you're looking to camp near Las Vegas, New Mexico, with a preference for river activities, then we have over 250 options for you to choose from. Some of our top and highly reviewed campsites include Santa Fe Treehouse Camp (512 reviews), Sunny Mellow Eco Villa (179 reviews), and Healing on the Rio Grande (128 reviews). Our campsites offer popular amenities such as showers, potable water, and toilets, and activities like off-roading (OHV), swimming, and fishing. With an average price per night of $47 and options as low as $12, let us help you plan your next memorable camping experience.

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1. Camp Across From Pecos River

96%

(23)

28mi from Las Vegas · 4 sites · Tents, Lodging · Tererro, NM

Escape the crowds and reconnect with nature at Vida Bonita Pecos. Tucked deep in the heart of the Santa Fe National Forest, our three private campsites offer quiet seclusion, stunning views, and exclusive access to a peaceful slice of Northern New Mexico wilderness. Full Description: Welcome to your own private forest escape. At Vida Bonita Pecos, our two campsites are designed for those seeking quiet, space, and solitude. Set apart from each other and completely removed from any other campers, you’ll feel like you have the entire forest to yourself. Each site is nestled beneath towering Ponderosa and Blue Spruce pines and Aspens. They offer level ground for tents, grill for cooking, and easy access to nearby hiking trails, Cowles Ponds, and the soothing sounds of the Pecos River. Whether you’re stargazing by your campfire or sipping coffee with the morning breeze, this is where relaxation lives. Your campsite is part of the Vida Bonita Pecos complex, which includes beautifully remodeled cabins and the remodeled Ponderosa Lodge. While you’ll have total privacy at your site, guests are welcome to explore designated areas of the property, our trout pond, and free roaming chickens and turkeys. We don’t pack campers in. No RVs. No generators. Just you, the trees, and a sky full of stars. What’s Included: Two secluded tent campsites (book one or both) Access to filtered spring drinking water Campfire ring (fire restrictions may apply) Access to clean outhouse toilet. Cell service is spotty—perfect for unplugging, but we have free WiFi at the main cabin. Things to Know: No other campers will be placed near you—guaranteed privacy. Firewood available on request. Check-in at our main lodge before heading to your site. Come experience the slower pace of mountain life. Whether you’re here to hike, fish, write, or simply breathe, our campsites at Vida Bonita Pecos are the perfect place to begin your New Mexico adventure.

2. Santa Fe Treehouse Camp & Wilderness Preserve

98%

(1647)

35mi from Las Vegas · 58 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Santa Fe, NM

Brad and Ciana welcome you to the Santa Fe Treehouse Camp & Wilderness Preserve, managed by The Wilderness Institute. The camp was founded 40 years ago as a summer camp for kids. We continue to offer camps for children and their parents and grandparents (family camps), as well as welcome adults and other groups to enjoy the vast and wild high desert nature up on this ridge. Register for our nature education activities and resources lead by The Wilderness Institute (available for all of our guests). These topics include sustainability, recycling, composting, water conservation, wildfire prevention, outdoor safety, and nature awareness along with the use of our hiking trails. You can also join an archery class, tomahawk throwing, climbing on the mobile climbing wall, Yoga, Qigong, Climbing Into The Heart of the Mother Tree, Star talks and more! There are beautiful views and access to Shaggy Peak, the southernmost tip of the Rocky Mountains and the Sangre de Cristo Mountain Range. Wander our land to enjoy various level hiking trails including a 20 minute hike to a creek and waterfall in the forest (some steep spots and creek is intermittent) or climb up Shaggy Peak (seasoned hikers only please). IMPORTANT: We are up 1.3 miles of dirt road (with 5-7+% grade in a few short stretches) and are not near public transportation so you will need your own vehicle! Be aware that the roads can be snowy, icy or muddy and rutted ( 4-wheel or All-trak recommended in certain times of year). We don’t guarantee the road will be plowed. We generally close for the season due to cold weather around Halloween and reopen just before Memorial Day. This is a non-smoking, no candle facility.

3. Field Trip NM

97%

(16)

27mi from Las Vegas · 24 sites · Lodging · NM

We are located in the Santa Fe National Forest, on 6 acres right on the Pecos river and El Macho creek. You can fish right off the property and explore local hikes. The elevation is 7200 feet in a gorgeous setting surrounded by mountains. We have a pavilion and a huge outdoor kitchen for you to enjoy.

Stories from the community

Lindsey

October 2025

Weekend Trip to Santa Fe Treehouse Camp & Wilderness Preserve

The Tecolotes are amazing and the camp hosts are all very welcoming and friendly. Highly recommend this place. It has everything you need and is a wonderful place to disconnect.

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MJ

October 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Santa Fe Treehouse Camp & Wilderness Preserve

Ciana and Brad have a wonderful property with terrific sites and views and all the accommodations needed to make a trip into the outdoors fun and enjoyable. Great place, great hosts. Grateful!

Jo Ann

October 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Santa Fe Treehouse Camp & Wilderness Preserve

We loved staying at Pegasus 1! Great fire pit, comfy beds, cool night breezes. We’ll be back!

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Erika

October 2025

Group trip

2 nights at Santa Fe Treehouse Camp & Wilderness Preserve

Beautiful place. I’m going to stay longer the next time. The tree house is big and clean. Mattress are good. The kitchen and Comunity areas are big, clean, and have everything that you need. Kid and dog friendly. You can hike, archery, or just relax. Easy to arrive. Wonderful views.

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Ashley

October 2025

With kids

1 night at Santa Fe Treehouse Camp & Wilderness Preserve

We loved this intentional and creative spot! The treehouse is roomy and all the beds were comfortable- my kids loved the hanging bunks. It was a fun change from all the tent camping we were doing on our road trip through New Mexico and we appreciated the bathhouse and kitchen spaces. It’s a beautiful and serene area and Ciana was wonderfully welcoming and helpful with getting us settled in. We definitely recommended the treehouse!

Allegra

October 2025

With kids

2 nights at Santa Fe Treehouse Camp & Wilderness Preserve

Beautiful and peaceful land and wonderful hosts! We will be back for sure.

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Harold

October 2025

Group trip

5 nights at Santa Fe Treehouse Camp & Wilderness Preserve

Incredible place!! So peaceful and well set up. Beautiful views and great accommodation

Jerrod

September 2025

With kids

2 nights at Camp Across From Pecos River

The area is absolutely beautiful!! And Duc was amazing and accommodating! We felt welcomed and taken care of. Our cabin was lovely, and the area of the river we could walk to was absolutely stunning! And our boys loved feeding the animals and even got to help collect eggs. We couldn’t have had a better time!! Would love to come back and spend more time!

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Sara

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Camp Across From Pecos River

Nice, quiet site. Very comfortable accommodations with everything we needed for our stay. We were able to walk to the river as well as the trails up by Cowles Pond. We also enjoyed hiking the Cave Creek trail which was just a few minutes up the road. Duc was a great host and taught us how to build the best campfire of our lives.

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Samantha

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Field Trip NM

We loved staying here! Field Trip has everything you could need to have a relaxing and memorable experience. Comfortable beds ✔️ Clean facilities ✔️ Camping kitchen gear ✔️ Firewood ✔️ A chance to unwind and listen to the sound of the river ✔️

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Megan

September 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Santa Fe Treehouse Camp & Wilderness Preserve

This is a really nice place to camp, the bathroom and communal kitchen made everything super easy (although it does get crowded at busy times). The land is beautiful and well maintained. We stayed in one of the Tecolote cabins and it was fun but be prepared. You are essentially sleeping outside so plan accordingly. We would definitely come here again

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Mariah

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Santa Fe Treehouse Camp & Wilderness Preserve

I absolutely Love coming to this Camp! Would definitely recommend, Never disappointed! Hope to be coming back soon!

j

August 2025

2 nights at Santa Fe Treehouse Camp & Wilderness Preserve

The people here are great! And the land itself is so sweet. The spicy scent of pine trees and native herbs, the stars, and the depth of quiet make this a place I will come back to a million times.

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Lauren

August 2025

1 night at Santa Fe Treehouse Camp & Wilderness Preserve

We always enjoy Treehouse Camp - it is special place, and perfect escape for locals who need some quiet camping time close to town. It is beautiful, the people are friendly and I feel at peace when I'm there. We'll definitely be back soon!

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Robert

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Santa Fe Treehouse Camp & Wilderness Preserve

Chana and Brad were so kind and helpful. Having a community kitchen along with a running water bathrooms/showers made the trip even better. We did go hiking towards Shaggy Peak and had several camp fires within the fire pit near where we stayed. Overall we met some very nice people and really enjoyed our time.

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eva

August 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Santa Fe Treehouse Camp & Wilderness Preserve

A last minute stay in the most amazing spot! Definitely recommend!! And telling everyone I know! Can’t wait to go back

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Heather

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Santa Fe Treehouse Camp & Wilderness Preserve

We loved the well equipped campgrounds for a quick girls getaway. We stayed in the tree house which was plenty big enough for a bigger group and in a great location. We can’t wait to visit again.

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Sarah

August 2025

With pets

1 night at Santa Fe Treehouse Camp & Wilderness Preserve

This is a very peaceful place. It did have a sort of kid's camp feel.. we participated in stargazing and archery, and ate in the "canteen" area.

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Theresa

August 2025

2 nights at Camp Across From Pecos River

We found a diamond. Beautiful and quiet in a sometimes crowded canyon. Duc has created a perfect getaway if you are looking for solice, hiking, fishing or the ideal anniversary hideout. We had a blast and cannot wait to go back for a week or weekend. Loved the dogs!!