The best campgrounds near Placitas, New Mexico with campfires

Looking to experience the great outdoors near Placitas, New Mexico? Hipcamp has over 2,100 camping options in this area, perfect for those who love horseback riding, climbing, and fall fun. With options starting as low as $11 per night, you can find the perfect campsite to fit your budget. Check out top-rated campsites like Hot Springs Glamp Camp (101 reviews), Camp Rio (95 reviews), and Spur-C Desert Oasis (37 reviews) for a memorable camping experience. Amenities such as toilets, trash services, and campfires are popular at these campsites. So pack your gear and get ready to explore the great outdoors!

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking to experience the great outdoors near Placitas, New Mexico? Hipcamp has over 2,100 camping options in this area, perfect for those who love horseback riding, climbing, and fall fun. With options starting as low as $11 per night, you can find the perfect campsite to fit your budget. Check out top-rated campsites like Hot Springs Glamp Camp (101 reviews), Camp Rio (95 reviews), and Spur-C Desert Oasis (37 reviews) for a memorable camping experience. Amenities such as toilets, trash services, and campfires are popular at these campsites. So pack your gear and get ready to explore the great outdoors!

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Ray & Lucille's place

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49mi from Placitas · 2 sites · RVs · La Mesa, NM

Our farm is located in La Mesa, NM in the Mesilla Valley. Centered between Las Cruces, NM and El Paso, TX . The farming community offers open fields of various crops as well as pecan orchards. Minutes from hiking destinations Organ Mountain Desert Peaks National Monument and Franklin Mountains State Park. Various wineries and breweries within minutes. Elephant Butte Lake State Park 1 hr 41 min (104 miles) White Sands National Park 1 hr 8 min (72 miles)Learn more about this land:Come stay at our fully equipped, safe RV Sites with full hook ups here at our little farm in the middle of Mesilla Valley. Just 6 miles off I-10 in La Mesa, NM. We are in a farming community among pecan orchards, cotton fields, hay fields. Easy to find, our peaceful and private RV sites are 1/4 mile off scenic NM Hwy 28. There are 4 wineries and a brewery within 20 minutes of our farm. Great country setting 20 minutes south of Mesilla and Las Cruces and 20 minutes North of El Paso, TX.

2. Hacienda RV Resort

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34mi from Placitas · 99 sites · RVs · Las Cruces, NM

Hacienda RV Resort offers a warm and welcoming retreat for adventurous adults, families and pets! Immediately located off the I-10, exit 140, in Las Cruces, New Mexico. We’re only minutes from downtown. Less than 1.5 miles away is the heart of Old Mesilla, where the Gadsden Purchase was signed, making New Mexico a part of the United States in 1854. Just 45 minutes from the RV resort is the bustling City of El Paso, Texas. Paved roads lead into our spacious pull-thru or back-in sites, many boasting breathtaking views. Watch the sun rise over the Organ Mountains, relax on our large outdoor patio with a wood burning fireplace, or enjoy our comfortable southwestern community room with an indoor fireplace. Our gift shop is stocked with locally sourced products that make excellent gifts for those back home! Las Cruces’ elevation is approximately 3,900 feet. Average summer temperatures range from the 90s during the day to the 60s at night, while average winter temperatures range between the mid-50s and 60s during the day and the lower 30s at night.

3. One Particular Harbour

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36mi from Placitas · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Deming, NM

50 acres of SW desert solitude. Starry nights and quiet days. 2400' dirt airstrip on the property. NM18 for the pilots reading this. 3 RV hookups, w/ 30 amp electric and water service. Outhouse, w/ flushable toilet, hot and cold running water. 2 charcoal grills. Picnic table. Fire pit, for calm evenings. Many outbuildings, paddocks and acreage for your equine. Oh, did I mention, starry nights and quiet days. Thing to do in the Area: Les Combes Winery: (Wine Tasting) 11.5 miles Deming Municipal Airport: (WWII Bomber Training Base) 15.5 miles Rockhound State Park: (For Rockhounds) 16.7 miles Deming Luna Mimbres Museum: (Great Museum) 17.2 miles Spring Canyon State Park: (Great For a Picnic Lunch) 17.7 Miles Faywood Hot Springs: (Name Says it All) 44.5 miles Old Mesilla Historic District: (Billy the Kid Jail and History) 45.1 miles City of Rocks State Park: (Unusual Rock Formations) 46.7 miles Columbus NM: (Pancho Villa and WWI Aviation History) 47.2 miles Palomas MX: (The Pink Store, Authentic MX Shopping and Dining) 50.3 miles White Sands Missile Garden: (Historic Collection of Military Missiles) 71.2 miles White Sands National Park: (Name Says it All) 97.0 miles Museum of Space History: (Spend a Whole Afternoon) 123.0 miles Three Rivers Petroglyphs Site: (Over 21,000 Petroglyphs) 154.0 miles Valley of Fires: (Malpais Lava Flow 5,000 Years Old) 180.0 miles

4. Percha Dam State Park

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15 sites · Arrey, New Mexico

Percha Dam State Park: A Riverside Haven for Campers and Birders.

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5. Caballo Lake State Park

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20 sites · Caballo, New Mexico

Discover the allure of Caballo Lake State Park's aquatic adventures and scenic camping.

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6. Desert Oasis

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19mi from Placitas · 1 site · RV · Radium Springs, NM

Welcome to my desert oasis just outside of Las Cruces, New mexico & walking distance to Leasburg State Park. I look forward to hosting you and your party. This is a nice landscape property with several amenities to enjoy. I encourage guests to take advantage of the features. We've got a full-size bocce ball court, walking paths, hot tub, fountain seating area, outdoor fire place, propane barbeque, laundry facilities, pergola patio, grass area for guests and their pets to enjoy during their stay. I'm a new host and live here myself, although I often travel so occasionally guests RV may have the desert oasis all to themselves.

7. 1972 Winnebago Convert to Tiny Home

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32mi from Placitas · 1 site · Lodging · Truth Or Consequences, NM

Learn more about this land:Relax and be inspired during your stay in the renovated Winnebago at, The Western Star. This is a quaint, cozy space designed and decorated with a mix of natural materials, old desert wood and old metal found on the property or nearby. There are 2 beds (full and a twin), 10 ft sloped ceiling, sink with cold running water- no hot water, flushing toilet, mini-refrigerator, electric 2 burner stove, toaster oven, heater, plates, forks, cups, cookware and electricity. There are curtains and sun blockers for privacy. When you wake up in the morning you will watch the sun rise over Turtleback Mountain. 1 block away is the Rio Grande and Rotary Park. It's 4 blocks to the main. Located in the downtown area and hot springs district, the property has a well that draws out the hot springs at about 98 degrees and pours it in to an outdoor tub- perfect for a warm winter day or summer evenings. It can be reserved for an additional fee upon arrival. 4 blocks from the downtown area you can easily access other spas, restaurants, coffee shops, art galleries, thrift shops, and the grocery store. Wake up in the morning, walk down to the river and you'll see heron, coots, osprey, sandhill crane, red wing black birds, and so many more wildlife. The coyotes regularly sing throughout the night. I tend the property and you may see me around if I need to do light repair work. There is a care taker for the property who lives there and may be another guest as well. The property is 1/2 a city block. Your living quarters are private but the land is shared space. I'm available to engage if desired and I respect your privacy. The property is 6 city lots large and you will have access to 4 of them. Dogs are allowed for an additional fee. You must be responsible to clean up after them and they must be friendly with strangers.

8. Rockhound Basecamp

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43mi from Placitas · 1 site · Tent, RV · Ventura, NM

Enjoy this private dry camping site located 2 miles from Rockhound State Park with native creosote bush and yucca scattered throughout the landscape and towering views of the Florida Mountains and Dragon Ridge 1 mile away where you can spot occasional antelope and desert bighorn sheep roaming the peaks.

9. Dragon Ridge Basecamp

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46mi from Placitas · 1 site · Tent, RV · La Hacienda, NM

Dragon Ridge Basecamp, your gateway to the Florida Peaks! Located in Deming NM rock hounder's paradise. This basecamp is located at the base of Dragon Ridge and the Florida Peak. Near rockhound state park. The property backs up to BLM land so there is endless hiking. There are several washes and gravel beds. Agate, chalcedony, chert, Jasper and Epidotes are commonly found on the property.

10. Leasburg Dam State Park

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22 sites · Radium Springs, New Mexico

Leasburg Dam State Park has the most breathtaking views on the Rio Grande! Fish off the side of your canoe while the sun sets behind the mountains, blazing the sagebrush red and orange. Explore the trails and watch for birds and wildlife, or take your camera over to the cactus garden for those classic southwestern shots. There’s lots of campgrounds to rest up when the day is over, but you won’t wanna miss the show after the sun goes down. Leasburg Dam has an observatory and for good reason; the night sky out here is second to none and the park often offers Night Sky programs and walks. This is a win-win for those looking for fun and beauty on the water.

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11. Elephant Butte Lake State Park

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69 sites · Hot Springs Landing, New Mexico

Desert oasis meets lakeside paradise at New Mexico’s largest lake.

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12. Gila National Forest

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312 sites · Lower Frisco, New Mexico

Explore some of the most secluded regions of the American Southwest.

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13. Rockhound State Park

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5 sites · Ventura, New Mexico

Discover the scenic trails and diverse wildlife at Rockhound State Park.

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14. Desert View RV Park

36mi from Placitas · 122 sites · RVs · Elephant Butte, NM

Our RV Park is located close to Elephant Butte Lake and surrounded by BLM land with hiking trails and ATV trails right from the park. We offer full laundry facilities, full kitchen for guests' use, Kokopelli's Coffee Cafe', double pickleball courts and basketball. We also have a workout room along with a pool hall. We do offer RV rentals by the day, week or month. Our reservation office offers a small store and bags of ice for sale. Our sites offer a 360 view of the surrounding desert mountains.

15. Caballo Country Store and RV Park

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20mi from Placitas · 14 sites · RVs · Caballo, NM

Caballo Country Store and RV Park has sites available for Instant Book. When you select Instant Book, your reservation will be automatically approved. Amenities -Pets Allowed -Pull-Thru RV Sites -Back-in RV Sites -RV Hookup -Sewer Hookups

16. City of Rocks State Park

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8 sites · Faywood, New Mexico

City of Rocks State Park is your self proclaimed “sponsor of adventure” and we agree! The entire park clocks in at just one square mile, but what’s inside this tiny little park is huge fun. The park is filled with pinnacles, or giant rock formations, that were formed after a volcanic eruption 34.9 million years ago. Today, these rad, red rocks tower over while you hike or bike through the grid like maze at their base. The park also offers a stunning botanical garden, stargazing, and views of the local wildlife. Be sure to stop by the brand new visitors center and get the best tips from the rangers before setting up camp in their comfy campgrounds. Silver City and Deming are close by for access to more fun. A little park that packs a big punch, we’re sure you’ll be mayor of this city in no time!

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Camper favorites near Placitas

Top-rated campgrounds reviewed by the Hipcamp community.

Desert Oasis

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19mi from Placitas · 1 site · RV · Radium Springs, NM

Welcome to my desert oasis just outside of Las Cruces, New mexico & walking distance to Leasburg State Park. I look forward to hosting you and your party. This is a nice landscape property with several amenities to enjoy. I encourage guests to take advantage of the features. We've got a full-size bocce ball court, walking paths, hot tub, fountain seating area, outdoor fire place, propane barbeque, laundry facilities, pergola patio, grass area for guests and their pets to enjoy during their stay. I'm a new host and live here myself, although I often travel so occasionally guests RV may have the desert oasis all to themselves.

1972 Winnebago Convert to Tiny Home

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32mi from Placitas · 1 site · Lodging · Truth Or Consequences, NM

Learn more about this land:Relax and be inspired during your stay in the renovated Winnebago at, The Western Star. This is a quaint, cozy space designed and decorated with a mix of natural materials, old desert wood and old metal found on the property or nearby. There are 2 beds (full and a twin), 10 ft sloped ceiling, sink with cold running water- no hot water, flushing toilet, mini-refrigerator, electric 2 burner stove, toaster oven, heater, plates, forks, cups, cookware and electricity. There are curtains and sun blockers for privacy. When you wake up in the morning you will watch the sun rise over Turtleback Mountain. 1 block away is the Rio Grande and Rotary Park. It's 4 blocks to the main. Located in the downtown area and hot springs district, the property has a well that draws out the hot springs at about 98 degrees and pours it in to an outdoor tub- perfect for a warm winter day or summer evenings. It can be reserved for an additional fee upon arrival. 4 blocks from the downtown area you can easily access other spas, restaurants, coffee shops, art galleries, thrift shops, and the grocery store. Wake up in the morning, walk down to the river and you'll see heron, coots, osprey, sandhill crane, red wing black birds, and so many more wildlife. The coyotes regularly sing throughout the night. I tend the property and you may see me around if I need to do light repair work. There is a care taker for the property who lives there and may be another guest as well. The property is 1/2 a city block. Your living quarters are private but the land is shared space. I'm available to engage if desired and I respect your privacy. The property is 6 city lots large and you will have access to 4 of them. Dogs are allowed for an additional fee. You must be responsible to clean up after them and they must be friendly with strangers.

Rockhound Basecamp

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43mi from Placitas · 1 site · Tent, RV · Ventura, NM

Enjoy this private dry camping site located 2 miles from Rockhound State Park with native creosote bush and yucca scattered throughout the landscape and towering views of the Florida Mountains and Dragon Ridge 1 mile away where you can spot occasional antelope and desert bighorn sheep roaming the peaks.

Dragon Ridge Basecamp

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46mi from Placitas · 1 site · Tent, RV · La Hacienda, NM

Dragon Ridge Basecamp, your gateway to the Florida Peaks! Located in Deming NM rock hounder's paradise. This basecamp is located at the base of Dragon Ridge and the Florida Peak. Near rockhound state park. The property backs up to BLM land so there is endless hiking. There are several washes and gravel beds. Agate, chalcedony, chert, Jasper and Epidotes are commonly found on the property.

Desert View RV Park

36mi from Placitas · 122 sites · RVs · Elephant Butte, NM

Our RV Park is located close to Elephant Butte Lake and surrounded by BLM land with hiking trails and ATV trails right from the park. We offer full laundry facilities, full kitchen for guests' use, Kokopelli's Coffee Cafe', double pickleball courts and basketball. We also have a workout room along with a pool hall. We do offer RV rentals by the day, week or month. Our reservation office offers a small store and bags of ice for sale. Our sites offer a 360 view of the surrounding desert mountains.

Caballo Country Store and RV Park

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20mi from Placitas · 14 sites · RVs · Caballo, NM

Caballo Country Store and RV Park has sites available for Instant Book. When you select Instant Book, your reservation will be automatically approved. Amenities -Pets Allowed -Pull-Thru RV Sites -Back-in RV Sites -RV Hookup -Sewer Hookups

Public campgrounds near Placitas

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Percha Dam State Park Campground

16mi from Placitas · 15 sites · Tents, RVs · in Percha Dam State Park

Riverside Campground

17mi from Placitas · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · in Caballo Lake State Park

Percha Flats Campground

18mi from Placitas · 1 site · Tent, RV · in Caballo Lake State Park

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Stallion Campground

19mi from Placitas · 10 sites · Tents, RVs · in Caballo Lake State Park

Appaloosa Campground

19mi from Placitas · 1 site · Tent, RV · in Caballo Lake State Park

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Palomino Campground

19mi from Placitas · 6 sites · Tents, RVs · in Caballo Lake State Park

Cactus Patch Campground

19mi from Placitas · 8 sites · Tents, RVs · in Leasburg Dam State Park

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Greasewood Campground

19mi from Placitas · 14 sites · Tents, RVs · in Leasburg Dam State Park

Paseo del Rio Campground

34mi from Placitas · 1 site · Tent, RV · in Elephant Butte Lake State Park

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Desert Cove Campground

36mi from Placitas · 16 sites · Tents, RVs · in Elephant Butte Lake State Park

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Quail Run Campground

36mi from Placitas · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · in Elephant Butte Lake State Park

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Lions Beach Campground

37mi from Placitas · 25 sites · Tents, RVs · in Elephant Butte Lake State Park

Stories from the community

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Lydia

3 weeks ago

45 ft Class C

With pets

4 nights at Desert Oasis

Loved camping here, great quiet spot — walking distance to a state park nearby. Beautiful sunrises, sunsets & starry nights sky. Thanks for a great stay!

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kathryn

November 2025

With pets

2 nights at 1972 Winnebago Convert to Tiny Home

We had a wonderful time in TorC and loved our stay in the Winnebago. It was so cute and well decorated and had everything we needed and the host was wonderful, met us at the gate when we arrived, showed us around, and gave us some good recommendations for the area. This was our favorite accommodations on our cross country road trip. Thanks so much!!

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Nathanielle

November 2025

Tent

With pets

1 night at One Particular Harbour

Arrived late and Lawrence and Dina were incredibly welcoming and helpful. The site was well maintained and the bathroom was clean with warm water. Ground was easy to pitch a tent in and everything felt private and accessible. Would definitely recommend.

Heather

October 2025

15 ft travel trailer

1 night at One Particular Harbour

Lawrence & Dina couldn't be better hosts and have a perfect place to stay. Our site had a picnic table under a tree which was perfect for our morning coffee. We got in too late to see the sunset but loved the sunrise. Beware of choosing the "open directions in app" option. Twice it took us the wrong way. Third time was a charm (and verified using the address). If we're in the area again, we'll definitely stay there again. Also, if you are heading east in the morning and you like old school yet quirky diners, you have to try The Pit on 292 Cafe just outside Los Cruces for breakfast. Great food and character. A fun way to start your journey.

Dawn

October 2025

40 ft travel trailer

1 night at Hacienda RV Resort

Hacienda RV Resort is not something I would expect to find on Hipcamp. Its a full-fledged RV Resort with all the bells and whistles. The only downside is there's no privacy. So, if you like camping for solitude, this isn't the place, otherwise, its awesome!

Site 2. Hosts RV is a nice privacy barrier between sites

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Shelleen

October 2025

27 ft Class A

With pets

3 nights at Ray & Lucille's place

Easy to get to with ample space to maneuver our 27' class A and tow vehicle to our site one. Given the fact that site 2 was vacant we were able to drive thru that site to site 1. However, there is ample space to get to either site even if one is occupied. Ray and Lucille were wonderful hosts and very accommodating. We have a young dog who is new to us and still in training. Their dogs and ours were frequently "talking" to one another due to the proximity of their fenced private area and site 1. After site 2 was vacated by an over nighters rv we switched to site 2 which was a better fit for all. The location of Pecan Grove was perfect for our week-long getaway. Peaceful, relaxing, cool temps, days trips to: Old Mesilla, Hatch, White Sands NP, Alamogordo, Organ Mtns. We would stay at Ray and Lucille's anytime again! No hesitations.

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Tom

October 2025

23 ft Class B

1 night at Ray & Lucille's place

Great little out of the way place. Afternoon shade with the pleasant country atmosphere.

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Sara

October 2025

32 ft fifth wheel

With pets

Weekend Trip to Desert Oasis

Kevin has created a beautiful and welcoming space. It is near walking paths not to mention his private and calming rock paths throughout the property. It is within a day drive to White Sands National Park & the amenities of Las Cruces. Thanks for a great stay, Kevin!

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Lisa

October 2025

26 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Ray & Lucille's place

This was our second stay here. Beautiful property. Full hook ups. Lots of space between other campers. Plenty of room for our 3 dogs to roam.

Christine

October 2025

33 ft Class A

With pets

1 night at Ray & Lucille's place

Very nice spot and plenty of space. Hookups were very easy to access with lighting available right above the hookups that we could control. Host was there when we arrived and assisted us with backing in and was readily available if we had any questions. Very nice site and very quiet location. Would definitely stay again in the future.

Theresa

September 2025

18 ft campervan

1 night at Hacienda RV Resort

Campground was very clean and nice. The bathrooms were also clean. Have a nice level parking lot for us. It was very quiet. The only thing I wished it would’ve had was a picnic table. But everything else was great. 9/10

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J.D.

September 2025

45 ft fifth wheel

With pets

1 night at Ray & Lucille's place

Full hookups w/sewer! Wasn’t expecting that. Absolutely beautiful little pad. Privacy fence between spot and owners property . Cute dogs on their property as well. Ray was extremely nice and helped me back into the spot . Would stay again and again if ever passing through that area

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Abigail

September 2025

31 ft travel trailer

1 night at Ray & Lucille's place

The sites are gorgeous! Both very flat and plenty of space to park your rig. Very private from the main property and each other. And the pecan orchard is absolutely lovely. Lots of great bird sightings too!

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Lyle

August 2025

21 ft Class C

Weekend Trip to Ray & Lucille's place

Ray’s Pecan Orchard site was amazing! So clean and tight! Off the beaten path. Right by their house, but private at the same time. Safe! Enjoyable. Peaceful. Quiet. Electric water and sewer. Just right. I was blessed. Thank you Ray.

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michelle

July 2025

25 ft Class C

1 night at Ray & Lucille's place

Lovely clean convenient spot. Highly recommended for a stop over to sleep.

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Rach

July 2025

15 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Ray & Lucille's place

We enjoyed our spot! It was private and quiet and safe. They had cute zinnias planted along the spot (: would recommend bug spray if you want to sit outside.

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James

July 2025

15 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Ray & Lucille's place

Very private, peaceful spot to spend the night. Our GPS tried to route us down a dirt road to get to the spot so don’t follow that. The address is marked clearly off the main road.

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John

July 2025

26 ft travel trailer

3 nights at Ray & Lucille's place

Such easy access and the surroundings were much beyond what we had hoped for. We were fortunate enough to have a thunderstorm roll through and it really cooled things off, plus the sound of rain is always a plus in our book.

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Bambi

July 2025

27 ft travel trailer

7 nights at Ray & Lucille's place

Wonderful hosts! Beautiful and serene place to relax and visit nearby Las Cruces or El Paso. We will definitely be back!

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Bambi

July 2025

27 ft travel trailer